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NHL and DoorDash Announce Multiyear Partnership Across Canada and the United States
DoorDash and the National Hockey League (NHL®) today announced a multiyear North American partnership naming DoorDash the Official On-Demand Delivery and Pick Up Partner of the NHL in Canada and the United States. The exclusive deal begins immediately and marks DoorDash's first partnership with the NHL.
Under the agreement, DoorDash gains a broad set of marketing rights and NHL designations, including use of League marks, broadcast-visible branding through Digitally Enhanced Dasherboards during nationally televised games, integration across NHL tentpole...
Hi Baby Gorgeous! Wendy's is Officially Serving Lisa Barlow's Baby Gorgeous Meal
WHAT: Wendy's Chicken Nuggets have never been so glamorous. Starting today, fans can order Lisa Barlow's Baby Gorgeous Meal, inspired by the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star's go-to Wendy's order. After years of Lisa sharing her love for Wendy's across the Bravo universe, Wendy's is going the distance with this digital-exclusive meal only available in the Wendy's App and on DoorDash. Plus, when fans order Barlow's meal in the Wendy's app between 9/16 and 9/30, they're entered for...
Circana, DoorDash Partnership Aims to Measure Incremental Value of Retail Media
Circana has entered into a new partnership with DoorDash to provide independent measurement of advertising performance on the delivery platform, giving consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands a way to assess whether Sponsored Products and Sponsored Brands are generating incremental sales.
The collaboration comes as retail media advertisers increasingly look for standardized measurement that connects ad exposure with actual purchasing behavior.
"As retail media matures, most networks offer incrementality solutions for their own ecosystem, but marketers also need measurement they can compare and contrast across networks...
Popeyes Celebrates Tenders this July with Weekend Takeover at The Surf Lodge
Just in time for the July 27th holiday, Popeyes® is celebrating their famous, newly elevated Chicken Tenders with some southern hospitality in the Hamptons and getting everyone in on the party with a national offer leading up to one of the biggest moments of the year for tender lovers everywhere.
This summer, Popeyes teamed up with The Surf Lodge, the Hamptons beloved music venue, for a first-of-its-kind partnership to take over their viral multi-level "Chicken Tender Tower" becoming...
DoorDash, Deliveroo and Wolt Launch First Global FIFA World Cup 2026 Campaign
DoorDash is taking its FIFA World Cup 2026 sponsorship global, launching a new international campaign with Deliveroo and Wolt as the three brands come together in a shared marketing push for the tournament.
The campaign, titled “Deliver Us to Fútbol,” rolled out today across TV, BVOD, out-of-home, paid digital, audio and social channels. It marks the first international creative campaign spanning DoorDash and its global portfolio brands, with local activations, events and partnerships planned across the US, Canada, the UK...
DoorDash Names Tim Castree Chief Marketing Officer as Growth Momentum Continues into 2026
DoorDash has named Tim Castree as its new chief marketing officer, adding a seasoned global marketing executive to its leadership team as the company continues to scale its platform and expand how customers engage with the brand.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Tim Castree to DoorDash as our new Chief Marketing Officer,” said Prabir Adarkar, president and COO of DoorDash. He described Castree as “a deeply customer-obsessed, naturally curious leader” who brings “a rare intellectual rigor to every dimension of marketing, from performance...
DoorDash Announces Significant Grocery Expansion in Canada with Empire Company Limited
DoorDash today announced one of its largest grocery expansions in Canada through a new partnership with Empire Company Limited (TSX: EMP.A), bringing more than 1,000 stores across 10 provinces onto its marketplace. This comes as grocery is one of the fastest-growing categories on DoorDash in Canada.
The expansion brings 12 grocery banners from Empire’s family of brands – including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, FreshCo, Farm Boy, and Longo’s – onto DoorDash. Convenience options like Needs, Boni-Soir, and Voisin are also available...
DoorDash and Family Dollar Expand Nationwide Access to Affordable Grocery Delivery With SNAP/EBT
DoorDash, a global leader in local commerce, and Family Dollar, one of the nation’s leading discount retailers, today announced that all eligible Family Dollar stores on the DoorDash Marketplace now accept SNAP/EBT payments for SNAP-eligible items. With Family Dollar locations available on DoorDash in 48 states and D.C., SNAP consumers across the nation can use their benefits to order on-demand delivery of eligible grocery items and essentials from their local store. This expanded offering bolsters DoorDash’s network of...
Retailers and Platforms Unveil Fuel Relief for Consumers and Drivers
According to Expana’s report Friday on the Middle East conflict, the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues to disrupt the movement of oil and fertilizer, driving up energy costs worldwide.
In response, some companies are rolling out temporary measures intended to help consumers and workers manage higher fuel costs.
Subway, for example, will offer Sub Club members a free footlong sandwich with the purchase of another footlong from April 1 through April 28 at participating locations.
The deal is valid for orders placed...
Legal Challenges, Changing Demand and Wage Pressures in Foodservice
The foodservice industry continues to navigate a complex mix of legal scrutiny, evolving consumer preferences and ongoing labor challenges. Recent lawsuits targeting major brands underscore heightened expectations around transparency and worker protections, while new data reveals how even small factors like cooking oil are increasingly shaping dining decisions, particularly among younger consumers.
At the same time, global traffic trends show cautious but steady recovery, with quick-service restaurants leading the way despite economic headwinds. Layered onto this are mounting wage debates...
DoorDash Rolls Out Temporary Fuel Relief Program for Drivers
DoorDash on Monday launched a temporary emergency relief program aimed at offsetting higher fuel costs for US Dashers, offering both gas purchase rewards and weekly payments tied to delivery mileage.
The program provides 10% cash back on gas for Dashers who use the DoorDash Crimson Visa Debit Card, up from the standard 2% rate, at any US gas station, whether they’re on an active dash or not.
Additionally, DoorDash will issue weekly fuel relief payments to eligible Dashers who drive 125 miles or more while actively...
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