[Toronto, ON and Southlake, Texas. — February 24, 2026]
A new relationship that strengthens North American execution and market reach.
2020 Companies, a leading U.S.-based outsourced sales and marketing organization, and Influence Retail Services, a Canadian retail, digital, and experiential marketing firm, today announced a major partnership designed to expand their combined capabilities across North America.
Christopher B. Munday, Chairman and CEO of 2020 Companies, stated:
“This partnership aligns the strengths of both organizations while allowing each company to continue operating independently as standalone go-to-market brands. Influence’s client-first culture is a natural fit and complements 2020’s approach in the marketplace.”
The relationship expands 2020 Companies’ Canadian presence while providing Influence Retail Services with enhanced access to the U.S. market. Together, the companies will collaborate to support brands seeking seamless retail execution, sales optimization, and experiential marketing solutions across North America.
Steve Peters, President of 2020 Companies, added:
“Canada represents an important market for our clients. Partnering with Influence Retail Services allows us to expand our footprint and capabilities while working with a team that deeply understands the retail landscape.”
Chris Wilson, Managing Partner of Influence Retail Services, commented:
“This partnership reflects a shared vision for growth and innovation in retail. Aligning with 2020 Companies extends our reach while maintaining the entrepreneurial spirit and client-first approach that defines our culture.”
The partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to delivering scalable, insight-driven retail solutions for brands navigating an increasingly complex and interconnected North American marketplace.
Additional details of the agreement will remain confidential.
About 2020 Companies
Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, 2020 Companies is a dynamic retail sales, merchandising, and experiential marketing agency. Its mission is to deliver innovative turnkey solutions that enhance retail sales, create memorable experiences, develop effective marketing strategies, fulfill merchandising needs, build brand awareness and loyalty, and provide nationwide virtual, online, and in-person training.
With a vast network encompassing more than 600,000 retail doors across the United States and Canada, 2020 Companies proudly collaborates with some of the most renowned global electronics and consumer goods brands. The company has been recognized on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work and is Certified Best Places to Work.
For more information, visit www.2020companies.com.
About Influence Retail Services
Located in Mississauga, Ontario, Influence Retail Services is an integrated marketing services agency. The company creates immersive in-field experiences, amplifies those experiences online, and paves the path to purchase in-store.
Influence believes in the unparalleled power of LIVE experiences and creates Quicksand® — deeply immersive, magnetic activations that pull audiences in and forge meaningful engagement. For over 30 years, its dedicated team has operated with humility, hustle, and heart in representing an enviable blue-chip client roster.
In 2025, Influence was recognized with a Canadian Business Excellence Award.
For more information, visit www.influencemarketing.ca.
