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September 30, 2014

Rick Ridgeway, VP of Environmental Initiatives at Patagonia on Strategic Brand Storytelling

September 30, 2014 by Simon Mainwaring

There is perhaps no more an inspiring leader of the environmental movement than Rick Ridgeway of Patagonia. In his capacity as the VP of Environmental Affairs, he has been charged with implementing the company’s core mission that reads—‘build the best product, cause no unnecessary harm, and use business to inspire and implement solutions to the […]

September 24, 2014

Signposts From Big Brands: How to Rapidly Build Your Company in 2015

September 24, 2014 by Simon Mainwaring

The web, social media, and smart phones have created a media landscape that is more fractured than ever. At the same time, they have facilitated a dialogue between companies and consumers that has led to new demands for authenticity, transparency, and accountability. As a result, smarter marketers and big brands are making three key strategic …

September 23, 2014

Purposeful Storytelling Now Table Stakes For Brands

September 23, 2014 by Simon Mainwaring

Originally published in CMO.com As the drivers of brand reputation expand beyond marketing to include supply chain, employee wellness and engagement, and the impact on both local communities and the planet at large, companies are on the hook to reframe their brand stories in terms of global stewardship for positive social change. With 55 percent …

September 18, 2014

Chris Crummey, World Wide Executive Director of Sales – Social Business, IBM, to speak at the We First Summit

September 18, 2014 by Simon Mainwaring

There is no name more synonymous with social business than IBM and we are extremely fortunate that Chris Crummey will be sharing his expertise at the We First Brand Leadership Summit on Oct 7-8th in Los Angeles. Chris leads a global team of thought leaders focused on the areas of social business and digital experience. …

September 15, 2014

The Top 10 Questions Every Brand Must Answer to Grow in 2015

September 15, 2014 by Simon Mainwaring

Every marketer faces a dizzying array of choices in terms of strategy, tactics, and tools through which to reach their customers and inspire them to buy your products. As the media landscape becomes more fractured and the tools more varied, it’s more important than ever to stay focused on the right priorities that will ensure …

September 12, 2014

Marc Mathieu, SVP of Marketing at Unilever: Keynote Speaker at 2014 We First Brand Leadership Summit

September 12, 2014 by Simon Mainwaring

We are so excited this year that Marc Mathieu of Unilever can open the presentations at the We First Summit at the SLS Hotel, Beverly Hills, on October 7-8 in Beverly Hills. Marc is responsible for the development of Unilever’s new marketing strategy — Crafting Brands For Life — that will support the company’s sustainability …