Tag: Brand Strategy
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Six Keys from a Sports Marketer’s View Not all sports cities are created equal – at least not from a marketer’s perspective. Championships and dynasties grab headlines, sure. But what truly sets a city apart is the everyday current of its sports culture: Tuesday night sellouts, jerseys worn year-round, fans who make the teams part…
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Every company wants to stay relevant. But what happens when you’re not sure if your brand just needs a refresh or a full teardown and rebuild? It’s a common question we hear from clients across sectors, from healthcare and banking to clean energy and social enterprise. Building a successful brand means building stories, strategies, and…
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We’re living in an incredibly exciting era of marketing. The advertising landscape, in particular, is evolving at a pace never seen before, shaped by technological advancements, shifting consumer behaviors and the increasing convergence of communications methods and skillsets. At this year’s 4A’s StratFest event in New York, I joined fellow planners and strategists to share…
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Nearly sixteen years ago the Boston Breakers were officially unveiled as Massachusetts’ only professional women’s sports team, inspiring young female athletes who idolized players like Heather O’Reilly and Kristine Lilly. To any little soccer girl like myself, the Breakers were just cool.. and effortlessly so. Fast forward to today, and while women’s professional sports in…
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Changing a brand identity isn’t something to take lightly. It can be costly, especially given a company’s size and branding opportunities, and warrants real thought, care and precision. Many enterprises have tried and failed to make a change. But a well-executed refresh can breathe new life into your company, especially when there is a strategic…
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Six months into 2024, there’s been a steady stream of thought-provoking brand partnerships. Some made us scratch our heads and think, “Huh?” Others made us smile or think, “I have to have that!” Whether weird, unexpected or even obvious, brands are partnering together with considerable success — especially among today’s very fickle consumers. Which of…
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Gen Alpha, the newest and youngest generation, is growing quickly in population and in significance, especially online. See how this upcoming generation is already impacting communication tactics and purchasing habits.
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Gen Z has taken the world by storm and the power to be a real driver of change, more so than Gen X or Gen Y before it. Learn how to thoughtfully engage with Gen Z.
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While Generation Y — more commonly referred to as Millennials — might use out-of-date slang, they still hold enormous influence. Read more about the best communication practices to reach this generation.
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When fashion trends change (and they usually do), brands struggle. Right now, two behemoths from the last quarter-century are dealing with just that. Shares in Victoria’s Secret are down nearly 50% since the beginning of 2023, while Nike’s shares are down more than 42% since ’22. Both are vying for a comeback. The former leaning…