e commerce
Turn Your E-Commerce Into a Brand Experience Destination
Partner with top brands to bring free premium product samples to your online shoppers—boosting engagement, adding value, and earning incremental revenue.
Why Partner With Recess
Everything You Need to Succeed
We've built a platform that makes it effortless to connect with brands and delight your members.
Access Premium Brand Demand
Connect with leading CPG, food, beverage, wellness brands and more actively seeking e-commerce brands like yours to reach engaged online shoppers.
Generate Incremental Revenue
Earn money for every sample distributed—with zero upfront costs, inventory risk, or operational burden on your team.
Enhance Member Experience
Delight your online shoppers with free products from brands they love. Sampling creates memorable moments that boost satisfaction and loyalty.
Effortless Operations
We handle logistics end-to-end—from brand coordination to product delivery. You just provide the space and your members do the rest.
Brand-Safe Partnerships
Every brand and campaign is vetted to ensure alignment with your values. You approve what comes into your e-commerce brand.
Join a Nationwide Network
Become part of 10,000+ venues partnering with Recess to transform how brands connect with consumers in real-world spaces.
How It Works
Get started in minutes and start earning with your very first campaign.
Create a Listing for Your E-commerce brand
Create and list your profile in under 5 minutes. 100% free to join and no obligations.Get Matched with Brands
We connect you with brands looking to reach your specific online shoppers. You review and approve every campaign.Receive & Distribute Samples
Products ship directly to your e-commerce brand and surprise and delight your community.Get Paid
Get paid for every sample distributed to your online shoppers after completion of event.
Venue Success Stories
See what venues achieved with E-Commerce
Urban Threads Online: The brand sampling event at The Loft Co-working Space was incredible for our sustainable clothing line. We saw a 40% increase in social media engagement and direct website traffic, with several attendees becoming immediate online customers after experiencing our eco-friendly fabrics firsthand.
SnackSphere Digital Marketplace: Our partnership with Harvest Community Market for product sampling was a perfect match. We connected directly with health-conscious consumers who were genuinely interested in our artisan snack offerings, and the venue's supportive staff made the entire activation seamless and enjoyable.
TechGear Direct: Bringing our latest smart home accessories to Silicon Valley Innovation Hub was a strategic move that paid off beautifully. Not only did we get real-time feedback from tech-savvy consumers, but we also generated several B2B leads from professionals who were impressed with our product demos.
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.
Ready to Transform Your E-commerce brand?
Join thousands of e-commerce brands earning extra revenue while delighting their online shoppers.