Create a Moment Your People Will Actually Remember

Beyond the swag table. Beyond the branded pen that ends up in a drawer.

Proven's Hat Bar is a live, creative experience where your people step into the moment, make something with their hands, and walk away with a memory—not just a product. It's the kind of activation that becomes the story people tell about your event for months after.

We're not handing out merch. We're creating an experience that feels elevated, intentional, and genuinely fun.

Proven: We Make Brands Memorable

You know us for kick-ass creative merch—the kind that actually stands out and hits your goals. We don't do catalog chaos or generic giveaways. We care about your brand like it's our own, and we show up as a true partner, not a vendor.

The Hat Bar is the next evolution of that philosophy: merch that becomes an experience.

Instead of designing something in a vacuum and hoping people care, we're bringing your people into the creative process. They're not passive recipients—they're collaborators. They're making something. They're part of the story.

That's when merch stops being a product and becomes a moment they'll actually remember.

An Interactive, Creative Moment That Sticks

The Hat Bar flips the script by making the experience the main event:

It's interactive. Guests aren't standing in line for a handout; they're stepping up to design something. They're choosing, creating, collaborating.

It's visual and shareable. Watching someone's hat come to life in real time is inherently engaging. It sparks conversation, photos, and social posts.

It's personal. Because they helped create it, the hat becomes theirs—not just another branded item. It means something.

It's elevated. The whole setup, the curation, the quality—it all signals that you care about the details and the experience, not just checking a box.

For your team, it's a perk that feels intentional.
For your clients or prospects, it's a brand moment that stands out.

Strategy & Creative Alignment

We don’t just show up; we integrate. We start with a deep dive into your event vibe, your audience, and the specific "feeling" you want guests to take home. Whether your brand is sophisticated and refined or bold and high-energy, the Hat Bar is custom-built to match.

The Live Creative Experience

This is where the magic happens. It’s tactile, visual, and begs to go viral:

Selection: Guests choose a style and colorway.

Curation: Guests pick their favorite patches and location.

Creation: Guests can immediately show off their design hot off the press.

It’s more than a product—it’s a moment they actually remember.

Turnkey Execution & Flow

We bring the entire operation. You provide the space; we provide the rest:

Expert Staff: A dedicated Proven team managing the booth from start to finish.

Elevated Setup: Professional booth set-up with optional branded signage and displays that enhance your venue’s aesthetic.

Smart Flow: Proactive queue management to keep the energy high, the wait times low, and leave you free to enjoy the event.

Full Logistics: We handle everything from beginning to end. Just give us power and a footprint. No stress for your team.

Curated Creative Menu

We don't throw 50 options at your guests. We curate a thoughtful collection of hat styles, colors, and patch designs that work together, feel intentional and on-brand.

Ranges based on headcount:

50-100 guests

1 hat styles
Unlimited Colorways
2 patch designs

101-250 guests

2 hat styles
Unlimited Colorways
2 patch designs

251-500 guests

3 hat styles
Unlimited Colorways
3 patch designs

501-1,000 guests

4 hat styles
Unlimited Colorways
3 patch designs

1,001+ guests

5 hat styles
Unlimited Colorways
4 patch designs

Every option is custom-produced to match your brand—no filler, no "just in case" designs. It all works together.

Built for Orange County

The Proven Hat Bar is the premier choice for OC’s top brands and venues.

From corporate HQs and luxury resorts to trade shows and VIP activations, we include all logistics for events within 75 miles of Orange County, CA..

FAT's (Frequently Asked Things)

Got Questions? Find Quick Answers About the Proven Hat Bar Here!

Why does experiential merch matter?

The best brand moments aren't about the product—they're about the story. When guests become collaborators, the connection changes:

Active Engagement: They aren't just receiving; they’re creating.

Tangible Memories: Watching a hat come to life creates a stronger anchor than any standard handout.

Shareable Energy: The process is inherently visual, sparking natural social content and conversation.

Lasting Impression: The hat becomes a high-quality reminder of how your brand made them feel.

Good-looking merch is basic. Memorable, experiential moments are Proven.

What timeline should I plan for?

60 Days Out: Ideal for full custom production and creative strategy.

Tight Timeline? We’ll give it to you straight. We prioritize quality over everything, so we’ll tell you exactly what we can deliver to keep the experience premium. Reach out right away and let's get the ball rolling!

Can I get a custom quote?

Absolutely. Every event is different. Take the survey or book a call, and we'll build a proposal tailored to your specific goals and budget.

What venue types do you work with?

We've activated at corporate HQs, luxury hotels and resorts, trade shows, conference centers, and private event spaces. If you have power and floor space, we can make it work.

Who runs the hat bar?

A dedicated Proven team. We handle setup, operation, guest flow, and breakdown. Your team focuses on hosting; we focus on execution.

Still have questions?

Want more info or have q's? We would love to chat. Reach out directly or book a call. We're here to make this easy.

email: [email protected]

phone: 949.245.2398