Simon Mainwaring

We First provides consulting and training to help companies tell the story of their good work in ways that build their business

Brands

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We recently caught up with Joshua Basinger, Co-Founder of Markr, to discuss the ever-changing social media landscape and its role in bringing purposeful storytelling to life. Markr, which launched just this past summer, was a great addition to the sponsorship roster at our 2015 Brand Leadership Summit this year, and we’re excited to share their […]

We recently caught up with Joshua Basinger, Co-Founder of Markr, to discuss the ever-changing social media landscape and its role in bringing purposeful storytelling to life. Markr, which launched just this past summer, was a great addition to the sponsorship roster at our 2015 Brand Leadership Summit this year, and we’re excited to share their …

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Bestselling author, renowned digital analyst and futurist, Brian Solis has released his 7th book, X: Where Business Meets Design. Over three years in the making, X explains the importance of creating memorable moments for customers in every encounter they have with a brand, and how this is the defining element of future success. X provides …

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No brand is exempt from the rising tide of scrutiny from consumer and media activists. Armed with information from the web and connectivity through social media and smartphones, consumers have become increasingly knowledgeable and vocal about what brands are selling and how they are making it. This has meant brands must become more authentic, transparent …

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There is a growing imperative for brands to transcend their products, services, and category to positively shape culture. This is being driven by several key factors including: Brands cannot survive in societies that fail Millennials are demanding brands play and active social role and are rewarding them with their purchases. (Nielsen) Social responsibility mitigates the …

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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 …

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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 …

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