• The IBM "Smart Ideas" campaign is really... smart.

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    From Ogilvy & Mather Paris comes a really, really smart idea. Nice work.

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  • Oreo "Bedtime"

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    Here's a charming little animated spot for Oreo from Psyops.

    Oreo "Bedtime" :60 from Psyop on Vimeo.

  • Expedia's "Find Your Understanding" Debuts on TV during Gay Pride Month, in Advance of Supreme Court Ruling on DOMA

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    With the importance of the Supreme Court’s pending decision on DOMA and Proposition 8, Expedia is releasing its "Find Your Understanding," ad about same-sex marriage from their agency, 180LA. The video was online only when it was created back in October, but it will premier on television for the first time starting Thursday, June 6th.

  • The 5th Annual Cactus Bike From Work Bash is Set for June 26

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    You know what makes the totally awesome act of riding your bike even better? Riding your bike to a giant free bike party. Which is why Cactus is thrilled to invite every bike lover in town to the 5th Annual Cactus Bike From Work Bash Presented by Primal on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 in celebration of Bike to Work Day. Since a big part of the bash is about supporting Denver's bike culture, all proceeds from the event will go to BikeDenver — Denver’s bicycle advocacy organization. You know, the folks working tirelessly to make Denver a safer, more enjoyable place to ride a bike.

    The Cactus Bike From Work Bash will once again be an evening of two-wheeled delight at the Cactus offices at 15th and Little Raven — a perfect stop for commuters, located next to Confluence Park, the Platte River and Cherry Creek trails, and just minutes from Union Station.

    The Cactus Bike from Work Bash is a unique community event with a simple philosophy: have fun, promote a healthy lifestyle, support the environment, build relationships within the community and celebrate everything bike. While the event is free, partygoers are encouraged to show a little love by donating a few bucks to BikeDenver.

    The Nitty Gritty:

    WHEN: 5 -9 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2013
    WHERE: Cactus Parking Lot (corner of 15th & Little Raven)
    WHY: Because we love bikes and parties.
    COST: Gratis (that is fancy speak for free)

    Limited Edition Jersey and T-shirt: Cactus and Primal have once again teamed up to produce limited edition bike jerseys and t-shirts. Both can be pre-ordered or purchased on the day of event while supplies last. You can check them out and pre-order them at: www.bikefromworkbash.com.

    New for 2013: Last year, Boulder Beer came through in a huge way when we tapped out the initial 20 kegs of beer by 7pm, and with the help of their distributor they rustled up enough additional kegs to keep the party going. For 2013 we will be ready with more beer, but that liquid goodness comes at a price. In an effort to offset the cost we are introducing the limited edition Cactus Bike From Work Bash Beer Mug. While your first two beers will still be free, the Bike From Work Bash Beer Mug gives you access to more beer, including some specialty brews from Boulder Beer, as well as a special VIP beer line for Mug holders only. The Bike From Work Bash Beer Mugs can be purchased on the day of event for $20, and they also include a door prize ticket for some sweet swag from our sponsors.

  • A Gift Guaranteed to Have Dad Tearing Up This Father's Day

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    Oscar Mayer just invented the greatest gift in the history of gift giving. "Say It With Bacon" is a tasteful (no pun intended) gift box featuring a nice money clip, multi-tool or cuff links. The best part is, it also comes with a package of their premium Oscar Mayer bacon. Get ready for salty tears mixed with salty meat.

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  • #AgencyInsider: TDA_Boulder

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    Today, we continue our ongoing feature — Agency Insider. We all know agencies have amazing physical spaces. But unless you work at a specific shop, you might never get a chance to see how cool they truly are. Until now. Email us at the@denveregotist for details on having you agency featured.

    TDA_Boulder's old space was a corner office on Pearl Street. It was great for people watching and access to restaurants but it was also cold and impersonal. There was no such thing as a private phone conversation or a quiet place to work. Two years ago we moved into a building we’d all driven by but never bothered to notice. Originally designed for a law firm in the 70s, it looked like a ski chalet from the outside and the inside was filled with ugly carpet, an abundance of walls and zero natural light – thanks to Thomas’s imagination we signed the lease anyway. With the help of local talents Surround Architecture, TreeLine Homes and Coalesce Design and Fabrication, we knocked down nearly every wall and created a warm, more inviting space.

    Like everyone in this business we spend a lot of time working – so the goal was to create a space that people would actually enjoy spending time in, and maybe even come back to on the weekends to hang out and have a drink. Thanks to the tireless work of Thomas, Danielle, Barrett and our amazing interior designer, Jill Dugas (Dugas Associates), that goal was achieved.

    The cement floors of our old space were replaced with spalted beech wood. The cabinet filled with liquor became a solid walnut bar with two taps that unfolds to accommodate the annual Super Bowl Party. It’s lit with reclaimed lighting from a New York theatre. Corrugated glass salvaged from a Frank Lloyd Wright synagogue separates the 2nd and 3rd floors. A 1954 DC-6 airplane tail adorns the top floor. And the highlight of every snowy day is the wood burning fireplace that’s topped with shed elk antlers that were mounted directly into the wall.

    Those are the nerdy reasons why we like it, but really it’s because it feels more like a home than an office. We think that has more to do with the amazing people who work here, but the family room couch doesn’t hurt either.

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