In 2024, I partnered with an emerging tequila brand to craft an investment opportunity, develop a compelling brand strategy, and launch two distinct go-to-market (GTM) plans. My objective was clear, establish this brand and products as premium, disruptive players in their respective markets, driving consumer demand and brand loyalty.
Read MoreOk, so unless you’re living under a rock, we all know now that Generative AI is no longer just an innovative tool, it is a fundamental driver of transformation that businesses cannot afford to ignore. Brands that integrate AI into their workflows and decision-making processes are not just improving efficiency; they are ensuring resilience in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
Read MoreA Category of One brand isn’t just differentiated, it’s untouchable. These brands don’t compete in a crowded space; they define the space. Think Amex, Mayo Clinic, Oatly, and Ritz-Carlton, organizations that have transcended their industries by embedding their brand into every fiber of their business.
Read MoreAh, the age-old battle: Brand Marketing vs. Performance Marketing. A rivalry as pointless as arguing whether coffee or sleep is better for productivity. (A BIG obvious LeDuh here: you need both.) Yet, I recently had a front-row seat to this tragicomedy, where yet again, two marketing leaders, one obsessed with brand, the other fixated on performance, locked horns in a never-ending debate.
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