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Chris Barth
Verified
Lead Strategist, Contagious
Minneapolis
Beats
Biography
Chris is a senior staff writer for Contagious' quarterly magazine and online I/O intelligence resource, and consults on a wide array of Contagious projects. Prior to joining Contagious’ New York City office in early 2013, Chris covered investing and technology for Forbes. At Forbes, he also produced Steve Forbes’ Intelligent Investing interview series, which featured conversations with global leaders in economics, business and investing. This background in business and financial reporting provides a solid basis for his passion for digital media and marketing strategy. Chris has also worked as an editorial producer at Major League Baseball Advanced Media, a freelance writer at RollingStone.com, and a healthcare IT consultant at Arcadia Solutions. He graduated with honors from Dartmouth College with a double major in Geography and Spanish.
Sports Tech , Business , Social Issues
I no longer cover education, having left academia in 2018
Content
By Chris Barth Verified| Forbes Verified Click through to read Steve Bertoni's insider account on meeting the Midas Move over Mark Cuban: the Boston Bruins want to show you how to celebrate. After winning Lord Stanley's Cup last Wednesday, the black and gold filled it with style, popping the cork on a 30 liter bottle of Armand de Brignac’s Ace Of Spades Champagne. The bottle, which Forbes reporter Steve Bertoni met face to face during his undercover adventures in Las Vegas, cost the Bruins $100,000 – before tax and tip.
By Chris Barth Verified| Forbes Verified Some investors aren’t feeling like champions today after the SEC charged Notre Dame legend Rudy Ruettiger with scamming investors for over $11 million in 2008. Ruettiger is best known for inspiring the 1993 film Rudy, which follows his storybook success as a walk-on player on the Notre Dame football team. His pump-and-dump sports drink scheme is a less inspiring story.
By Cathy Taylor Verified, Chris Barth Verified, George Bryant, Elizabeth L. Paul| WARC@ Most Contagious NYC: How Grubhub and Solo Stove leverage buzz to build brand Cathy Taylor, Chris Barth, George Bryant and Elizabeth Paul In this second of a two-part series covering Most Contagious New York, WARC gathers takeaways from the day from Contagious principal strategist Chris Barth, and interviews presenters George Bryant from Golin Harris, and Elizabeth Paul from The Martin Agency on how their work for Grubhub and Solo Stove respectively built buzz that led to success throughout...
Company Info
Contagious
Contagious is a creative agency based in Scotland, specializing in branding, packaging, and experience design for the global drinks industry. Founded in 2001, the company has offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Contagious focuses on enhancing brand presence and consumer engagement through a variety of services, including brand strategy, packaging design, immersive experiences, and brand activations. The agency emphasizes a philosophy of standing for something and inspiring better choices, aligning brands with consumer values. Contagious is recognized for its impactful work, celebrated by clients and within the industry. The company is registered as Contagious (UK) Limited and is active in its operations, maintaining a solid financial status.
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Founded: 2001