I'm a Brand Strategist, currently working as a Senior Strategy Consultant
and a Branding Design Lecturer.
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I've been told I 'light up' when I talk brand.
I use this to help the people behind ambitious businesses solve brand or business strategy and innovation challenges using curiousity, creativity and insights.
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The stuff I love most: diagnosing brand or product challenges, identifying new opportunities, brand positioning, differentiation, consumer research, co-creation, workshops, ideation or creative problem solving. I also love to meet new people who are curious, different-shaped, or interested in the work I do.
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For bands to have a positive impact and stand out, they need clarity, consitency + relevance both internally and externally.
As in: Brand audits, research and analysis, opportunity identification, brand portfolio + hierarchy, positioning, differentiation, visioning, propositions, culture, brand identity, comms strategies + storytelling.
The best strategy is formed through people-first research. Uncovering real human truths to make informed business decisions.
As in: Qualitative research, focus groups, interviews, social listening + more. Desk based research on company, competitors and customer trends. Uncovering insights to bring a fresh perspective to a brand or product team.
It's not just about research and strategy, it's about asking the right questions and doing smart thinking, to get to the solutions.
As in: Workshops, training/upskilling, tools + templates, creativity, co-creation, connection, research, curiosity, discussions, diversity of thought, DE&I, emotional intelligence, design thinking and inclusive design.