
Sticky Note Marketing with Mary Czarnecki · 2026-03-03 · 27 min
Mary Czarnecki hosts Ondar Tarlow on the Sticky Note Marketing Show to share practical guidance on building brand partnerships and collaborations that drive business growth, especially for brands without massive ad budgets. Ondar explains the need to start with clear company strategy, goals, and audience definition before pursuing sponsorships, and outlines common mistakes such as not fully understanding the sponsor’s asset list, valuation, ROI potential, and the operational burden of ticket/hospitality packages. He highlights underused opportunities like community and philanthropic collaborations with teams and athletes, warns about league-specific rules that limit athlete access, and recommends planning integration across social, email, websites, and partner guidelines. He cites Oracle and Red Bull F1 as an example of a hands-on, mutually beneficial partnership, discusses Fast Lane Drive’s member experiences, and emphasizes the enduring value of in-person events post-COVID. ABOUT ONDAR: Ondar Tarlow is a marketing pro with over 20 years of experience, known for blending data-driven strategies with creative storytelling to deliver results.