MEET OUR RISING STARS (Part 2)
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MEET OUR RISING STARS (Part 2)

GPJ’s Rising Stars come from every corner of our global network, bringing unique perspectives, experiences, and leadership styles to the work we create. In this installment of our three-part series, we’re spotlighting Jo Xia in Shanghai, Hadley Cook in Boston, and Glenn Whitehead in Sydney. From building trusted client partnerships to mentoring teams and bringing …

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MEET OUR RISING STARS (Part 1)
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MEET OUR RISING STARS (Part 1)

Behind every unforgettable experience is a team of passionate people driving innovation, collaboration, and impact. In this three-part series, we’re spotlighting our Rising Stars—GPJers who are shaping the future of our business through their leadership, curiosity, and commitment to excellence. First up, meet Stacy Kistuline in Detroit, Namitha Bhat in Bengaluru, and Sophie Taylor in …

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Experience Intelligence May ’26
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Experience Intelligence May ’26

People are leaving behind algorithmic overload and shallow consumption in favor of slower, smarter, more collective ways of spending time together.

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Experience Intelligence March ’26
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Experience Intelligence March ’26

From invites that ignite pre-party buzz, to airports and expos as living storyscapes, and AI tempered by human reality, today’s experiences are about moments you can feel, share, and carry along the journey.

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One Year Later | Part 3
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One Year Later | Part 3

Getting to #ExperienceEverything starts with great talent. But before you can acquire great talent, you need to be capable of fostering it. With Ignite @ GPJ, we take great care and pride in providing Igniters with a work environment that cultivates connection and supplies them with industry-leading experiences at an entry-level position. Our goal with …

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One Year Later | Part 2
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One Year Later | Part 2

Created to deliver immersive, hands-on, real-time professional development, GPJ’s Ignite program is all about investing in the future of experiential. To do this, we start by shaping the next generation of leaders. As we welcome our newest class of Igniters, we’d like to take a moment to celebrate those who came before them—Igniters who have …

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One Year Later | Part 1
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One Year Later | Part 1

Designed to provide immersive, hands-on, real-time professional development, GPJ’s Ignite apprenticeship program is our way of investing in the future of experiential by building the future generation of leaders. As we welcome in the next class of Igniters, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on the experiences of Igniters of years past who …

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#GPJOURNEYS | Part Four
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#GPJOURNEYS | Part Four

In addition to our passionate teams, comprehensive list of services, and accumulation of 110+ years of experience, it is our global nature that makes GPJ one of the most respected leaders in the experiential marketing industry. With #GPJourneys, we’re spotlighting a team member who is living this mindset and has had the chance to work …

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#GPJOURNEYS | Part Three
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#GPJOURNEYS | Part Three

You don’t become a global agency partner simply by opening an office in another city or country—you do it by immersing yourself in new cultures, embracing local perspectives, and building real connections across borders. At GPJ, we believe the best work is created when we lean into our global footprint and celebrate the people who …

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The Quest For High-Fidelity Experiences
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The Quest For High-Fidelity Experiences

2025 fueled a fiery, unforgettable trend reporting year. Brands, event organizers, and audiences alike are seeking a new caliber of experiences—something we at GPJ have coined “high-fidelity” experiences.

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#GPJourneys | Part Two
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#GPJourneys | Part Two

Great work is created when you collaborate with those around you. For GPJ, that means calls across time zones, flights across oceans, and trips across borders. When we lean into our global footprint and share our knowledge around the world, our productivity and collaboration reach new heights. With this edition of #GPJourneys, we’re spotlighting a …

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BUILDING THE MOMENT: FROM IGNITE TO IMPACT WITH JOSH STAFFIERI
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BUILDING THE MOMENT: FROM IGNITE TO IMPACT WITH JOSH STAFFIERI

At GPJ, Integrated Production (IP) is the engine that turns vision into experience. Every great event requires bold creative, sharp strategy, and captivating storytelling—but without disciplined production, nothing makes it off the page and into our audience’s spaces. IP is where ideas become real. It’s where producers like Josh Staffieri transform complexity into clarity, pressure …

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THE POWER OF SPECIAL EXPERIENCES WITH AIMEE FORSTER
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THE POWER OF SPECIAL EXPERIENCES WITH AIMEE FORSTER

At GPJ, Integrated Production is the unseen engine that brings brand experiences to life—but within that engine are high-performance gears, such as the Special Experiences team, where large-scale moments are meticulously crafted with equal parts logistics, creativity, and heart. It’s a team built for complexity, scale, and making memories. One team member who contributes to …

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Strategy Spotlights | Pt. 3
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Strategy Spotlights | Pt. 3

Authentic experiences start with authentic people—and our strategists are those authentic people. Their dedication to our clients and their activations is something that sets us apart from the rest. When your experience is grown out of a strong, strategic foundation, you not only invest in its onsite success, but the fruits of that labor long …

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Strategy Spotlights | Pt. 2
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Strategy Spotlights | Pt. 2

Authentic experiences begin with authentic people. At GPJ, our strategists empower our creative teams to think big while anchoring ideas in what matters most: our clients’ goals. Strategy at GPJ is a multidisciplinary practice. By blending research, cultural insight, and brand intelligence to shape our experiences, we create moments that are not only inspired, but …

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Strategy Spotlights | Pt. 1
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Strategy Spotlights | Pt. 1

Authentic experiences come from authentic people. As the bridge between our clients’ goals and incredible experiences, strategy combines several disciplines to uncover deep insights that power our creative storytelling, attendee journeys, and overall experiential design. GPJ Strategists and their work are foundational to our experiences, making our strategy teams an indispensable force in delivering work …

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Strategy Is Your Growth Engine
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Strategy Is Your Growth Engine

In a world increasingly drawn to the ease and average ideas that AI delivers for free, we at George P. Johnson (GPJ) believe our clients deserve more. Real people. Real data. Real growth.

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This is Why You Hire Us with Macklin Andrick
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This is Why You Hire Us with Macklin Andrick

Meet Macklin Andrick, Senior Creative Technologist If you ask Macklin what he does at George P. Johnson, he’ll tell you with a grin: “I build cool s*** for companies to tell their product and brand stories.” Macklin helps our clients turn big ideas into tangible, unforgettable experiences. Whether he’s translating complex technical concepts for non-technical …

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Experience Intelligence September ’25
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Experience Intelligence September ’25

Gen Z is embracing art, cultivating knowledge spaces, co-creating fandoms and reviving analog media as currencies of cultural influence and value in an AI-saturated era.

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100 Days In
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100 Days In

“The future of marketing demands courage, creativity, and trust, and GPJ is already there, leading the way.” – Fiona Bruder

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