Bespoke Sports & Entertainment has made two strategic hires following its recent acquisition by Publicis Groupe to support both organic and new business account growth. Matt Jonak joins Bespoke as Account Director – Experiential where he will develop and manage large-scale live event client activations within Bespoke’s fast growing Experiential division.  Jonak joins Bespoke with more than 20 years of experience designing and executing large-scale programs for brands includin

Bespoke has been named one of the 2026 Top Agencies of the Year by Chief Marketer, a leading intelligence hub that specializes in marketing, media and advertising. Chief Marketer calls the recognition the ultimate comprehensive guide that spotlights the most innovative marketing firms in the business. In announcement, Chief Marketer wrote the winners are " redefining what’s possible in creativity, strategy, and innovation. These agencies are setting the bar for breakthrough i

BizBash profiled brand activations that stood out among the masses at the conclusion of Austin City Limits Music Festival 2025 , including Bush's Beans. "While the music magnetized thousands, the city-wide activations helped keep the crowds happy and hydrated," wrote BizBash contributor Liana Lozada . "Here’s a look at some of the best brand activations held on the festival grounds, alongside notable pop-ups and parties that made a splash across Austin." Bush’s Grillin' Beans

Publicis Sports won Marketing Agency in Sports in the inaugural AW Playmaker Awards created in partnership with  Fanatics  Advertisin g. The award was presented during a ceremony at the New York Stock Exchange as part of Advertising Week New York. Advertising Week is the world’s largest annual gathering of brand, creative, marketing, media and technology leaders in the world. The event is a celebration of the best in marketing around the business of sports and the award prog