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Experience Is Everything AGAR is an experiential company that creates memorable moments that touch the soul.
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We leverage brand experience, environmental design, and placemaking and public art to reach audiences and grow culture for consumers, clients, and the communities we serve. Quite literally, AGAR is the red substance in a petri dish that’s used to grow culture. Founded on the premise that in today’s world the value of human connection inherently increases. AGAR has been growing culture through immersive, sensory experiential platforms since 2008.

10/31/2024

Happy haunting from a few of our creative crew 🎃

10/28/2024

Celebrating at its finest, Blink continues to demonstrate what’s possible when access is open. Our team is thrilled with another year helping showcase the power of art in bringing people together. Creating dynamic experiences that connect, transcend, and leave a lasting impact on our city - and our people.
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Between October 17th and 20th, 2024, downtown Cincinnati and northern Kentucky were transformed into an open air after dark public art museum by the BLINK light and art festival.

10/23/2024

Are you ready for 2025? Join teammates Robyn Novak and Mara Proctor on Wednesday, November 6th as we unveil our top experiential trends that will impact the future of brand. As consumer behaviors rapidly evolve, staying ahead of these trends is critical for brands aiming to engage and inspire their audiences. Register for our free today! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Mo6GsJsWTmmvmxeYFGja1Q #/registration

10/22/2024

Blink may be over but you can still check out the dozens of new murals in the area, including the mural of Cincinnati Reds legend Pete Rose, titled "14 Forever". Installed at the corner of Elm and Magnolia streets in OTR, the design was created by AGAR's Doug Bunker (Creative Director) and Natasha Croft (Senior Graphic Designer), and painted by an amazing collaboration of people including Andrew Salzbrun, Michael Thompson, Dye Brothers, Chase Melendez, Luke Lehenbauer, Sonny Day, and many more. Learn more on Enquirer - Cincinnati and Kentucky https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/arts/2024/10/18/how-pete-rose-cincinnati-mural-came-together-just-5-days/75717334007/

10/21/2024

AGAR lit up Findlay Market for the fourth and final night of Blink. From stunning projection mapping and murals to a dynamic skate park activation, there was plenty to see in this historic hub.

10/20/2024

AGAR lit up Northern Kentucky for Night 3 of Blink. From Covington to Newport, our friends across the river were shining bright ✨ Findlay Market is on tap for our final night of

10/19/2024

AGAR took on OTR and Secret Walls during night 2 of Blink, lighting up the streets with art and energy. Get ready for night 3 as the festivities continue. Plus, don't miss afterglow: the OFFICIAL Blink After Party at MegaCorp Pavilion featuring Austin Millz.

10/18/2024

AGAR lit up the Banks for Night 1 of Blink Cincinnati! Can't wait to catch you in OTR tonight as we gear up for an exciting Night 2!

10/17/2024

Thank you to everyone who came out to our BLINK Creativity Summit earlier this week. Hosted at the American Sign Museum and sponsored by Vurvey, we had three incredible sessions that discussed how the convergence of art and technology impacts creativity.

10/15/2024

It's officially BLINK week! Beyond the festival lights, there's a whole week of inspirational programming and experiences happening all over the city. We invite you to join us as we make room for wonder!
Learn more at https://www.blinkcincinnati.com/experience

10/15/2024

10/14/2024

This weekend our team is helping All Nippon Airways at New York Comic Con ✈️

Partnering with ANA, we’ve created an immersive booth to allow guests to experience the luxury of their Business Class seating, explore the ANA x MinoMiyabi (ミノミヤビ) anime collaboration, win exclusive prizes, and engage with a digital graffiti wall. Join ANA from October 17-20 at the Javits Center for an unforgettable weekend.

10/11/2024

Welcome back to Q&A(GAR)! Meet Seth Arnold, Senior Multimedia producer here at AGAR. With Blink right around the corner, Seth gives you a look behind the curtain on how he is gearing up for the nation's largest immersive art festival.

10/09/2024

"Instead of taking over a neighborhood and painting some Instagrammable photo-op backdrops, they (BLINK) decided that 40 continuous blocks and a city-wide visual, experiential showcase spanning two states well into the night is the way to make a statement." Learn more about how we're helping create Cincinnati's legacy one art installation at a time, in the latest feature from Juxtapoz Magazine.
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No doubt, there are a lot of mural festivals; in fact, too many, if you ask me. When the senior center starts taking field trips to see cool new graff...

10/07/2024

Calling all creatives ... join us for the first-ever BLINK Creativity Summit on Tuesday, October 15th. "While the art is definitely the hero of BLINK, the knowledge and inspiration is equally important. As we continue to build BLINK we want to make sure we're not just showing great things, but teaching great things as well," explains BLINK Co-Creator & AGAR Managing Partner Andrew Salzbrun. ➡️ Register for free here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blink-creativity-innovation-summit-tickets-1028955432397?aff=oddtdtcreator
Vurvey | American Sign Museum | Blink |

10/02/2024

With just over 2 weeks until Blink 👁️, our own Andrew Salzbrun, joined by artists Gee Horton and Matthew Dayler, sat down with the Northern Cincinnati Foundation to discuss the origin of the experience and what to expect at this year's event.
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In this captivating episode of What Gives, host Erin Satzger explores the dynamic intersection of art, light, and community with three creative visionaries w...

09/30/2024

Join AGAR and Greater Cincinnati SMPS for a dynamic panel discussion on Tuesday, October 15th that will delve into the evolving landscape of commercial and mixed-use development.

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09/26/2024

This week teammate Corey Hawthorne was celebrated at the Cincinnati Business Courier annual event, celebrating professionals shaping the future of Greater Cincinnati's business community. Join us in congratulating Corey on this much-deserved honor 👏

09/25/2024

Welcome back to Q&A(GAR)! Meet Lauren Prunty, Account Manager based in Austin, Texas. With a contagious joyful spirit and a keen eye for detail, Lauren manages a variety of large-scale projects at . Take a stroll with her and get the inside scoop on the upcoming Kroger Wellness Festival this weekend.

09/24/2024

Our fabrication team is working hard behind the scenes to bring some brand activations to life as we countdown to the Kroger Wellness Festival . We hope to see you there later this week! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gRj3y23j
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09/23/2024

Join us in the Afterglow, the official Blink afterparty on Saturday, October 19th! Don't miss MegaCorp Pavilion transform into an immersive light and dance experience with music from DJ Austin Millz, DJ Prymtime, and DJ Boywife. Get your tickets today: https://promowestlive.com/cincinnati/megacorp-pavilion/2024/10/afterglow-the-official-blink-after-party-featuring-austin-millz

afterglow: The Official BLINK After Party featuring Austin Millz with Austin Millz, DJ Prymtime, DJ Boywife – October 19, 2024 at MegaCorp Pavilion in Cincinnati, OH.

09/20/2024

Join AGAR at Cincinnati Design Week, October 7-11. The week-long event is filled with workshops, panel discussions, and speaking events, including the Factory 52 Design Tour & Happy Hour on Tuesday, October 8th. Teammates Doug Bunker and Andrew Salzbrun will be on-site sharing insight into how helped transform this historic site.

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Factory 52, a historic card factory turned vibrant mixed-use development. Led by the talented design team…

09/19/2024

Join AGAR at the International Retail Design Conference - IRDC on October 9-10 in Kansas City. Teammates Robyn Novak and Maggie Danker will be attending to share and capture insights on the future of retail .

09/19/2024

Join us College of Business on September 25th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM for a special afternoon with Josh Heuser, the visionary founder of AGAR , creators of the BLINK festival! Josh will be sharing his incredible journey and insights on creativity, innovation, and the impact of culture and collaboration on business and community. ✨

🚨Tickets are limited, so don’t miss out! Secure your spot by registering now: https://tinyurl.com/nn83uw9c See you there!

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This weekend our team is helping All Nippon Airways at New York Comic Con ✈️ Partnering with ANA, we’ve created an immersive booth to allow guests to experience the luxury of their Business Class seating, explore the ANA x MinoMiyabi (ミノミヤビ) anime collaboration, win exclusive prizes, and engage with a digital graffiti wall. Join ANA from October 17-20 at the Javits Center for an unforgettable weekend. . . #FlyANA #AllNipponAirways #AGAR #BrandExperience #PopUp #Design #EnvironmentalDesign #ExperientialMarketing

Welcome back to Q&A(GAR)! Meet Lauren Prunty, Account Director based in Austin, Texas. With a contagious joyful spirit and a keen eye for detail, Lauren manages a variety of large-scale projects at #AGAR. Take a stroll with her and get the inside scoop o

Welcome back to Q&A(GAR)! Meet Lauren Prunty, Account Manager based in Austin, Texas. With a contagious joyful spirit and a keen eye for detail, Lauren manages a variety of large-scale projects at #AGAR. Take a stroll with her and get the inside scoop on the upcoming Kroger Wellness Festival this weekend. #QandAgar #GrowingCulture #ProjectManagement #KrogerWellness #BrandActivation

#RendertoReality: A look back at our BODYARMOR lounge at the Kroger Wellness Festival with Peloton extraordinaire Ally Love - Peloton. Learn more about our influencer marketing: https://theagar.com/influencer-marketing/#AGAR #Influencermarketing #Krogerwellness

Last chance to join us tomorrow, Tuesday, August 27th at 12pm EST for our Experiential Placemaking #webinar. Learn how to create dynamic spaces and places that captivate audiences and create economy. Register for free today. #placemaking #programming #mi

Last chance to join us tomorrow, Tuesday, August 27th at 12pm EST for our Experiential Placemaking #webinar. Learn how to create dynamic spaces and places that captivate audiences and create economy. Register for free today: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cJhBqwz9ThWdU5BcrycJ9A#/registration . . #placemaking #programming #mixeduse

For years, AGAR has been behind the scenes at Kroger Wellness Festival, creating meaningful experiences for leading brands. Get ready for another memorable event kicking off next month on September 27th & 28th! #AGAR #KrogerWellness2024 #BrandActivation

For years, AGAR has been behind the scenes at Kroger Wellness Festival, creating meaningful experiences for leading brands. Get ready for another memorable event kicking off next month on September 27th & 28th! #AGAR #KrogerWellness2024 #BrandActivation #BrandExperience #agarchives

Our team is working hard long after the music stops...another successful Cincinnati Music Festival in the books! #AGAR #GrowingCulture

From Render to Reality: AGAR partnered with Kenvue to give consumers a new view of iconic brands through a multi-sensory, creative, and social-share-worthy experience for the brand's debut at the Kroger Wellness Festival. #RenderToReality #ExperientialDesign #EnvironmentalDesign #CPG

From Render to Reality: Factory 52 Partnering with PLK Communities, we helped activate the historic United States Playing Card factory, bringing a vibrant new town square to the heart of Norwood, OH. Our team played a key role, from establishing a comprehensive placemaking strategy to designing and implementing the public art and custom murals. Every element honors the site's rich history while fostering a dynamic community space. #RenderToReality #Placemaking #Programming #PublicArt #MixedUse

Welcome back to Q&A(GAR). Meet Kevin Young, our Senior Experiential Producer. From epic basketball tournaments to unforgettable branded events, Kevin's the mastermind behind creating some of our most dynamic experiences. #Experientialmarketing #AGAR #Growingculture #QandAgar

AGAR has been named a 2024 "Top Retail Design Firm" by @vmsdmag. Disrupting patterns. Creating dialogue. Making memories. AGAR is reimagining the #retail experience to meet consumers where they are. #EnviromentalDesign #RetailDesign #ExperientialRetail #AwardWinningDesign

From Render to Reality: Limelight, a #BLINK Marketplace This pop-up #retail space served as a one-stop-shop for all things Blink. From store layout to projection-mapped animations, branded merch, and beyond, our team brought the Limelight BLINK Marketplace from concept to completion. #GrowingCulture #RetailDesign #PopUp #EnvironmentalDesign

AGAR has been named to Event Marketer's 2024 "IT List", recognizing the top event agencies in the world. This is a testament to our dedicated team of designers, creators, and producers who continue to challenge the status quo to create meaningful brand experiences. #Experientialmarketing #EventMarketerItList #AGAR #growingculture #brandexperience

#Dangerwheel: an adult big wheel competition inspired by childhood fun! From a wild idea 9 years ago, to an annual event that has helped redefine a community, AGAR is proud to have been a partner from the start. Join us this year on July 27th for a community event like no other. Learn more through link in bio. #placemaking #growingculture #experientialevents

This spring, a dynamic community of artists came together to foster collaboration and innovation, in an environment where they could share knowledge, push boundaries, and prepare for the highly anticipated return of Blink this October. Our own Andrew Salzbrun shares more about the meaning behind #BLINKCamp. Link in bio to read the full story. #growingculture #blink2024 #placemaking #publicart