Place branding is happening. A new field of practice and study is in existence and whatever we choose to call it there can no longer be any doubt that it is with us. This collection of intuitive and well-reserached articles examines how places and regions see themselves, and how they reflect this in their branding.
Although the balance sheet may not even put a value on it, a company's brand, or its portfolio of brands, is its most valuable asset. For some companies the brand can account for as much as 70 percent of its market value. This book argues that because of this and because of the power of not-for-profit brands like the Red Cross or Oxfam, all organizations should make the brand their central organizing principle, guiding every decision and every action. As well as making the case for brands and examining the argument of the antiglobalization movement that big brands are bullies which do harm, "Brands and Branding" provides a review of best practices in branding, covering everything from brand positioning to brand protection, visual and verbal identity to brand communications. Finally, the third part of the book looks at trends in branding and the future for brands. Written by seventeen experts in the field, "Brands and Branding" sets out to provide a better understanding of the role and importance of brands, as well as a wealth of insights into how one builds and sustains a successful brand..
Ever since Simon Anholt coined the phrase 'Nation Branding, there has been more and more interest in the idea that countries, cities and regions can build their brand images. This authoritative book considers how commercial brand management can really be applied to places and shows how places can build and sustain their competitive identity.
How We Can Repair the World in One Generation (16pt Large Print Edition)
The book explores the pressing global challenges of climate change, war, poverty, and inequality, questioning why humanity struggles to address these issues despite its advancements. Simon Anholt shares his extensive experiences working with various countries and introduces the Good Country Equation, a framework for fostering international cooperation and modernizing education. He argues that collaboration not only benefits global society but also enhances trade, investment, and political success, emphasizing the urgency for change within a generation.