Trusted Venue Partner

Recess X University of Chicago: 1 Year of Seamless Partnership

Discover how University of Chicago leverages Recess to deliver premium brand experiences to audience across 2 locations, generating incremental revenue with zero operational burden.

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University of Chicago product sampling
1
Years Partnered
2
Locations Activated
800+
Samples Distributed
5+
Offers Accepted
$1,122
Total Payout

Brands That Have Sampled at University of Chicago

Liquid I.V.
Red Bull
Clif Bar
KIND
Kraft Heinz
Anheuser-Busch
La Croix
GT's Kombucha

Delight Members. Zero Effort. Get Paid.

Surprise your members with free premium products they'll love—while Recess handles all the logistics. You distribute samples, they light up, you earn revenue.

Proven at Enterprise Scale

We've successfully executed 5+ campaigns across 2 University of Chicago locations—with consistent quality, timing, and results every time.

Revenue Without Risk

University of Chicago earns incremental revenue on every campaign with zero upfront costs, no inventory liability, and no operational overhead for your teams.

Turnkey Execution

From brand coordination to product delivery and reporting, Recess handles every detail. Your team simply places products and watches audience engage.

Complete Brand Control

University of Chicago approves every brand and campaign before activation. Nothing enters your venues without your explicit sign-off—protecting your brand integrity.

Premium Brands

Connect your audience with leading wellness, nutrition, and lifestyle brands actively seeking partnerships with venues like University of Chicago.

Dedicated Partnership Team

Become part of 10,000+ venues partnering with Recess to transform how brands connect with consumers in real-world spaces.

How It Works

Launch your first sampling campaign in days, not months.

1

Create a Listing for Your Venue

Create and list your profile in under 5 minutes. 100% free to join and no obligations.

2

Get Matched with Brands

We connect you with brands looking to reach your specific audience. You review and approve every campaign.

3

Receive & Distribute Samples

Products ship directly to your venue and surprise and delight your community.

4

Get Paid

Get paid for every sample distributed to your audience after completion of event.

What Venues Like You Are Saying

Real feedback from venues partnering with Recess

This partnership was a win-win—the activation added unique value for our event clients and gave us another revenue stream we hadn't fully tapped before. The brand activation team was organized and professional, which reflected well on our venue, and our clients appreciated having curated experiences to offer their attendees.

LA

Lacuna Lofts Event Space

Venue Partner

The product sampling activation we hosted brought in a completely different crowd than our usual morning regulars, which was fantastic for discovering new customer segments. The brand was professional and respectful of our space, and our existing customers enjoyed the interactive experience—we've already seen some of them come back specifically mentioning the event.

HA

Harper Court Coffee Collective

Venue Partner

What impressed me most was how seamlessly the activation integrated with our venue's vibe without feeling forced. The sampling event attracted foot traffic on what's typically a slower weekday afternoon, and vendors told me they noticed increased browsing and purchase intent from the new customers who came through.

MI

Midway Vintage Market

Venue Partner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost to me?
Nothing. It's 100% free for your organization. There are never any costs or fees associated with using the Recess platform.
When and how do we get paid?
Within 7 days of distributing the products and completing your recap survey, you'll receive payment via ACH transfer.
Are we responsible for getting the product to our venue?
No. Products are shipped directly to your location during a timeframe that you provide. We coordinate all logistics to make it as convenient as possible for you.
What happens if we deny a brand's offer that isn't a good fit for our venue?
There are no penalties. You always have the option to accept or deny offers and aren't penalized in any way. We want to make sure it's a program you would be excited about and that aligns with your brand values.