DDK Productions is a full-scale experiential marketing firm. Our goal is to provide exceptional client service for brands within the sports and entertainment sponsorship landscape. We want to bring your brand to life in a way that resonates emotionally with fans and consumers. We utilize experience, strategic thinking and key insights to promote your brand.
We Know the Sports & Entertainment Industry
Capitalizing on our CEO David Kean’s 15+ years of expertise servicing clients in the sports and entertainment sponsorship industry, we are positioned to help you take your brand’s reach to the next level.
We Provide the Ultimate On-Site Experience
We produce on-site experiences that elevate awareness and tell the story of your brand. We offer comprehensive event production and flawless on-site management.
We are Passionate About What We Do
We strive to exceed client expectations by providing unmatched dedication, energy and attention to detail. DDK Productions is ready to help grow your brand and become a valued member of your team.
Featured Activations
Nordic Global Health and Technology Consulting-2024 HIMSS Conference in Orlando, FL
DDK Productions was thrilled to be back in Orlando for Nordic Global Health and Technology Consulting to again help support their partnership with HIMSS (Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society) show. For the HIMSS booth space, DDK Productions collaborated with Nordic and 1220 Exhibits to create a fun, inviting space that included lounge seating, new meeting space and a coffee bar all day long that show attendees greatly enjoyed! The branded green coffee cups were seen throughout the show hall! The throughput was strong for all three days and the show attendees loved our space! In addition, on the first night of the conference, Nordic hosted 200 guests at Disney World in Epcot. The guests had a memorable experience as they entered the American Rotunda and even watched the Epcot firework show on the Italy pavilion. After fireworks, the guests were able to ride a ride and really experience Disney magic. Read More…
2024 Regions Women’s & Men’s SEC Basketball – Greenville, SC & Nashville, TN
We were thrilled to be back again for a third straight year at the Women’s SEC Basketball Tournament, this year in Greenville, SC right in front of Bon Secours Arena and inside on the concourse. Fans were entertained by taking pictures with the bike and the new SEC is Everywhere photobooth all while grabbing a free Regions Bank branded slap bracelet and koozie. Regions bank customers received a VIP Swag Bag along with fans that shared their photos socially. Thousands of various giveaways were distributed. The following weekend we were in Nashville, TN for the SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament. Big crowds interacted with our bike photo activation outside as well as playing our pop-a-shot games and interacting with the SEC is Everywhere photobooth inside on the concourse. Fans had the opportunity to grab a free Regions branded guitar pick and koozie. Total number of impressions for both tournaments: 334,096. Read More…
2024 Regions SEC Gymnastics Championships- New Orleans, LA
We were honored to be for the second time at the SEC Gymnastics Championships in New Orleans, LA right inside Smoothie King Center Fans were entertained by taking pictures with the SEC is Everywhere photobooth and grabbing a free Regions branded hair tie. Regions bank customers received a VIP Swag Bag along with fans that shared their photos socially. Total number of impressions for the tournament: 69,481 Read More…
2023-2024 Regions Bank Nashville Predators (Ongoing)
We are honored to be for the first time activating at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN for all Nashville Predators home games. Regions is the Official Bank of the Nashville Predators. Inside, fans are entertained by taking pictures with the hanging big green bike and Predators backwall with our photobooth all while grabbing a free koozie, stress puck and Go Preds rollabanner. Fans also have the option to get their face painted in our inside space where you can show off your love for the Preds. Outside on the concourse during the Plaza Party fans interact with the Predators tent backdrop while using our photobooth. Some games we even have the Big Green Bike outside next to our 10×10 tent. Fans who share their photos socially receive a VIP Swag Bag which includes a clear bag that is stadium approved and a portable phone charger. We hope to see you at a Preds game soon! Read More…
2023 Regions Bank SEC Football Experiential Tour
DDK Productions continues to be grateful to be back onsite each Saturday morning producing Regions Bank activations during the live broadcast of SEC Nation on the ESPN/SEC Network. Regions continues to be a long-standing partner as the Official Bank of both The Southeastern Conference as it partners with 9 of the 14 SEC schools and with SEC Network since its inception in 2014. The activation centers around highlighting the brand affinity has within the footprint of the SEC schools and a fun, sharable photo experience with the Regions Big Bike. In addition, this fall as part of Regions new “SEC is Everywhere” marketing campaign, a branded Regions/SEC photobooth display has been part of many of our activations where fans take photos in front of the branded backdrop and receive back their photo via text or email with a branded digital photo frame using the school slogans. Fans who interact in our footprint receive complimentary premiums items. For any fan who shares their photo socially with the bike/backdrop or when a Regions customer comes to our footprint, they receive a VIP Swag Bag that includes a clear bag that can be taken into the stadium and a portable phone charger. DDK Productions collaborates with The SEC Network Team to bring Regions brand to life both through the onsite bike activation/SEC is Everywhere display and the on-camera branding that takes place with the infamous Regions Rolla Banners that are branded with school slogans and the in-show coverage that the bike garners. The Regions large tent activation also had a couple of live appearances in September, November and at the SEC Championship Game in Atlanta on December 1st & 2nd. Having a presence on these campuses each Saturday aligns with Regions’ footprint of business throughout the South and provides a great opportunity to bring brand affinity to SEC fans in a fun, engaging way. We hope to see you next fall at on an SEC campus near you! Read More…
2023 Regions Bank HBCU Partnership Football Experiential Tour
Regions Bank continued in 2023 to be a strategic partner of Historic Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU’s) throughout the South. Regions partners with these colleges to promote financial education for students. In addition, the markets of these schools hit key business targets. Current school sponsorships include Alabama A&M University, Florida A&M University, Jackson State University, Tennessee State University and Miles College. We also activated at the 2023 Magic City Classic in Birmingham, AL where we showed our continued commitment to Alabama State University even though we were unable to attend their homecoming. At all stops we handed out sunglasses, cups, and koozies. If fans shared their photos socially, they received a clear bag with a portable phone charger inside. DDK Productions collaborates with Regions and their corporate marketing team in planning on-campus activations. This fall, the onsite activation was amplified through Regions partnership with Visa. The footprint was expanded, and the overall branding and presence was enhanced tremendously. Read More…
Arm & Hammer / OxiClean, 2023 Major League Baseball All-Star Game Activations-Seattle, WA
As part of Church & Dwight’s continued sponsorship with MLB as “The Official Laundry Detergent and Stain Remover of MLB,” and as Proud Sponsors of MLB, C&D continued their partnership activation into its 10th year at the 2023 Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Seattle, WA this past July. DDK Productions produced & managed the on-site activations which were held both inside and outside at MLB Play Ball Park & Lumen Field. In addition, Church & Dwight invited key customers and prospects as guests to the Home Run Derby & the All-Star game held at T-Mobile Park. Guests were entertained with pre and post private events each night that included Q&A with legends Bret Boone and Tino Martinez.
The activations were brought to life in several different ways, as baseball fans engaged with the Arm & Hammer and OxiClean brands through interactive games including taking a picture with the World’s Largest Tub of OxiClean, testing your strength at the Arm & Hammer Striker Game and spinning for prizes at the Spin Wheel, talent appearances by Jennie Finch and OxiClean spokesman Anthony “Sully” Sullivan along with free product giveaways and fun photo opportunities. Read More…
2023 Nordic Global Healthcare-Nordic Summer Social Event – Madison, WI
For the 3rd consecutive year, DDK Productions collaborated with Nordic Global Healthcare on the production and execution of Nordic’s party on the 1st night of the annual UGM conference in Madison, WI. The party was highlighted by a great Podcast called In Network led by Nordic employees who also just released a book titled Designing for Health. Over 600 guests attended the party. DDK Productions produced the event in collaboration with Nordic. Read More…
2023 Regions Tradition Golf Tournament Bike Activations-Greystone CC Birmingham, AL
DDK Productions is a proud partner and supporter of Regions Tradition. DDK Productions managed and executed multiple onsite activations for Regions Bank. The 10×10 tent and big green bike were right next to the driving range while players were warming up, the other bike was off of the trailer near the Regions Sky Suite, and the 3 IFs were placed all throughout the course as display. In addition, the 4th IF was used as a display throughout the week in Birmingham at various partner events. Throughout all of these activations, Regions brand was brought to life through photos, social sharing and great premium distribution giveaways of branded golf tee packets. Total impressions throughout the week: 144,985 Read More…
2023 Regions SEC Baseball– Birmingham, AL
We were honored to be activating at the SEC Baseball Championship in Birmingham, AL at the Hoover Met. Fans were entertained with pictures with the bike and IF. Regions bank customers received free branded koozies, ChapSticks, and hand sanitizers throughout the 4 days of activation. Read More…
2023 Regions AAC Basketball- Ft. Worth, TX
We were honored to be for the first time at the American Athletic Conference, the AAC Basketball Tournament in Ft. Worth, TX right in front of Dickies Arena and inside on the south and east concourse. Fans were entertained by taking pictures with the bike outside and grabbing a free Regions Bank koozie and keychain. Inside on the concourse fans were interacting with the Big IF. Regions bank customers received a VIP Swag Bag along with fans that shared their photos socially. Read More…
Upcoming Events & Activations
Regions Bank Nashville Predators Hockey onsite activations
2024 Regions Bank Bike/Branch Grand Openings/Thank You Appreciation Lunches in various markets
2024 Church and Dwight/Arm and Hammer Odyssey of the Mind Festival (Ames, Iowa)
2024 Regions SEC Baseball Tournament (Hoover, AL)
2024 Church and Dwight/Arm and Hammer and Oxi Clean MLB All-Star Game Activations (Arlington, TX)
2024 Nordic Summer Social Event (Madison, WI)
2024 Regions Bank SEC Football Tour throughout various SEC campuses
2024 Regions Bank HBCU Homecoming Football Tour throughout HBCU schools
Strategy
We collaborate with clients to develop strategic platforms that utilize events and talent partnerships in order to meet your company’s goals.
Execution
We oversee all elements of an activation, including production, brand integration, talent implementation, hospitality management and vendor negotiations.
Analytics
We provide full post-event insights and metrics following the completion of your event. We analyze our findings to make recommendations to our clients and develop strategies to further improve upon our success for future implementation.
There’s no one I trust more with my event management! I’m in my 9th year working with David and his team, and it’s apparent that they are experts at what they do, which puts me at complete ease. Naturally, this comes from years of experience, a thoughtful approach to everything they do, their can-do spirit, and their careful attention to detail. DDK Productions is rock solid in my book!