Sample at Carmel Marathon with Recess

Reach 17.0K++ athletes across 4 Carmel Marathon locations nationwide. Turnkey sampling activations with measurable retail attribution—powered by shopper data from Walmart, Kroger, and 6,000+ top retailers.

2K+

Samples at Carmel Marathon

17.0K+

Consumer Reach

4

Carmel Marathon Locations

15%+

Avg Engagement Rate

Trusted by Leading Brands

Carmel Marathon Sampling in Action

See how brands are reaching consumers at Carmel Marathon locations.

Why Brands Choose Carmel Marathon

Reach Consumers Where They Race

Carmel Marathon locations deliver engaged athletes in premium, brand-safe environments.

Audience

Reach athletes during . Carmel Marathon's 17.0K++ athletes are —making them ideal for brands in .

Premium Brand Environment

Carmel Marathon is a trusted destination for athletes. Your brand appears alongside a curated experience, not in a cluttered retail aisle.

Retailer Shopper Targeting

Target Carmel Marathon locations with the highest index of Walmart, Kroger, Target, or your priority retail shoppers. We use retailer data to match your brand with Carmel Marathon locations most likely to drive sales at your target stores.

Turnkey at Scale

Activate 4 Carmel Marathon locations with a single campaign. We handle fulfillment, coordination with Carmel Marathon teams, and execution—you just approve and ship product.

Omnichannel Amplification

Every activation includes digital touchpoints through Carmel Marathon's member communications—email, app notifications, and social. Extend your reach beyond the endurance race walls.

Measurable Retail Impact

Attribute Carmel Marathon sampling directly to retail sales. Our reporting connects each activation to purchase behavior at your priority retailers.

Simple Process

How It Works

Launch your first sampling campaign in days, not months.

1. Target Carmel Marathon Locations
   Use geo-targeting and retailer data to identify which Carmel Marathon locations have the highest concentration of your target shoppers.

2. Launch Your Campaign
   We coordinate directly with Carmel Marathon HQ and local teams. Products ship to your selected locations, and Carmel Marathon staff execute the activation.

3. Measure Retail Impact
   Track brand awareness, purchase intent, and sales lift at your priority retailers. See exactly how Carmel Marathon sampling drives revenue.

Success Stories

What Brands Are Saying

Real feedback from brands that have activated at Carmel Marathon locations:

• "Working with brands through this platform has added a meaningful revenue stream to our marathon operations without feeling intrusive. Our participants engaged authentically with the vendors, and we received dozens of positive comments about the curated product selection at the finish line." — IR, Ironstone Marathon Events, Brand Partner

• "The product sampling activation we hosted brought incredible energy to our race expo. We saw a 40% spike in foot traffic during the event, and our athletes genuinely appreciated the opportunity to try new nutrition and gear brands. It was a win-win that strengthened our community relationships." — CO, Coastal Endurance Training Center, Brand Partner

• "What impressed us most was how seamlessly the sampling activation integrated into our event flow. The brand partners were professional, our ultra runners appreciated the chance to discover new products relevant to their sport, and it honestly elevated the overall quality of our race experience." — RI, Ridgeline Ultra Race Collective, Brand Partner

Frequently Asked Questions

How does pricing work?

You pay a flat cost per sample distributed. Pricing varies by venue type, geography, and campaign size. There are no hidden fees, no platform costs, and no long-term commitments required. We provide a detailed proposal before any campaign begins.

What kind of venues can I target?

Recess works with 10,000+ venues across dozens of categories including fitness studios, yoga studios, gyms, coworking spaces, salons, spas, hotels, and more. You can filter by venue type, location, audience demographics, and traffic volume to find the perfect match for your brand.

How do I track results and measure ROI?

Every campaign includes a real-time dashboard showing samples distributed, venue locations, photo recaps, and consumer feedback. After each campaign, you receive a detailed report with engagement metrics, geographic reach, and venue-level performance data to measure impact.

What is the minimum order for a campaign?

There is no strict minimum, but we recommend starting with at least 500 samples to generate meaningful data across multiple venues. Most brands start with a pilot in one or two markets and scale from there based on results.