Helping Brands Activate and Thrill in LA's Great Sports Decade with Ryan Bowling

Written By Salt Sound Marketing

Ep. 324 • Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Ryan Bowling is the head of two global agencies, THRILL Communications and the newly launched Local Action Marketing, providing on-the-ground marketing services to international sporting associations and brands looking to navigate and activate around major LA global sporting events, such as the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games. In this episode, Ryan shares insights on leveraging global sporting events to create impactful brand stories, navigating international markets, and crafting emotional thrills. 

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Salt Sound connects people to products + services through a holistic approach to brand marketing. We develop, design and execute in digital and experiential channels.

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