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Army Faces Setbacks in $11 Million Marketing Deal with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson

The partnership with the United Football League and Johnson's social media influence fell short of expectations, leading to a review of the contract.

  • The Army aimed to boost recruitment through a deal with the UFL and Johnson as a brand ambassador.
  • Johnson's limited social media posts did not meet the Army's expectations for the campaign.
  • An internal review projected a loss of 38 enlistments due to the campaign's shortcomings.
  • Experts suggest the deal's failure was more contractual than tactical, highlighting the need for clear agreements.
  • The Army continues to negotiate with the UFL to address the issues and finalize the partnership.
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