Ryan Reynolds’ reach has extended far beyond acting over the years, and Adweek has been here to cover all his business endeavors—from his investments in Aviation Gin and Mint Mobile to his foray into the advertising world through agencies Maximum Effort and MNTN. The Hollywood megastar also has his hand in the sports world as co-owner of North Wales’ Wrexham Football Club. Keep up with Reynolds’ connection to the brand and advertising worlds at Adweek.

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Autodesk and Maximum Effort Buy Into More Human B2B Marketing

CMO Dara Treseder and Ryan Reynolds’ creative agency produce consumer-style campaigns and results that win fans in the finance department.

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Cold Coffee STōK and Betty Buzz Join Wrexham AFC’s Fairytale Rise as Sponsors

The partnership with STōK will extend beyond the stadium naming, with the brand also sponsoring the team’s first American tour.  

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Ryan Reynolds Comforts Jury Duty’s Ronald Gladden in Mint Mobile Ad

Ryan Reynolds tapped the actor-averse breakout star to boast the brand's commitment to stable rates.

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Inside the Ryan Reynolds-Themed Aviation Gin Distillery in Portland

Though the actor sold the brand in 2020, his spirit permeates the new Portland drinks destination.

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What Agencies Can Learn From Ryan Reynolds’ Investments in Aviation Gin and Mint Mobile

Ryan Reynolds' two consumer brands leverage Maximum Effort's creative expertise.

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MNTN’s Newest Ad Stars Steve-O, Carolina Reaper Peppers and a Full Medical Team

And at some point, they manage to demo the brand's self-serve platform.

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Ryan Reynolds Establishes Nonprofit Benefiting Aspiring, Underrepresented Creatives

Creative Ladder sees early support from Deloitte, Hilton, VaynerMedia and The Martin Agency.

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Ryan Reynolds’ Mom Has Some Notes on His Cocktail Skills

Enjoy this cocktail chilled, or top it with champagne and 'drink the ever-loving sh** out of it.'

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These Cinematic, Oddly Satisfying Home Improvement Moments From Angi Will Put You at Ease

Painting, steam cleaning and caulking offer moments of zen in a rather calming campaign.

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Why Ryan Reynolds’ Mint Mobile Flipped an Old Ad Upside-Down for Super Bowl Sunday

An 'upcycled' ad continues the budget cell service's humorous efforts to save money on marketing.

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Ryan Reynolds and His Agency President Reflect on the Realities of Fastvertising

Turning around an ad with Dave Foley in mere hours should be seen as an industry 'exception, not the rule.'

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I Couldn’t Help But Wonder …. Is 48 Hours The New Turnaround Time?

Creating a viral tv spot without Ryan Reynolds can be challenging, but anything is possible when brands take calculated risks.

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Ryan Reynolds on How His Peloton Ad Collaboration Came Together in 48 Hours

After Sex and the City's Mr. Big had his high-profile moment, the cycling brand brought in Maximum Effort.

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Ryan Reynolds Just Made an Official Peloton Ad About Its Big ‘And Just Like That’ Moment

Chris Noth stars in Maximum Effort's spot referencing his character's run-in with the brand.

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Mint Mobile’s Aron North on Why Creative Is Jet Fuel To the Engine

Aron North has always been intentional with his career moves, even from childhood. North recalls a flyer he made as a kid that read “Aron is my name, taking out [...]