Red Bull originated in the 1980s from a Thai energy drink. It created a new category of "functional foods" that improve physical endurance, mental alertness, and overall well-being. Red Bull uses athlete endorsements, event sponsorships, and sampling programs to target students, drivers, clubbers, business people, and sports people who are mentally or physically fatigued. The brand plan objectives are to extend the Red Bull brand into new areas like music festivals and sports academies, diversify its brand association with different events, and bring the product to the growth stage by increasing consumption. This will help address challenges like market saturation from competitors.