What is the Role of Brands in a World of Disgust and Dysfunction?
As we come to the close of 2016 and take stock of the tone of discourse throughout the year, one might describe the state of communication as one of disgust […]
Integrity Marketing: Patagonia
Patagonia, the outdoor clothing brand and champion for the environment, continues to be a model for brands that want to be authentic and live by their purpose. Take this election season—Patagonia is staying true to its beliefs in supporting the environment and is encouraging others to get involved by voting for […]
Integrity Marketing: What Can You Use Your Platform For?
These days, we all have audiences, including businesses. The questions become: can businesses have a conscience, and what are they willing to use their platforms for? Many celebrities have leveraged their notoriety and platforms, from Angelina Jolie supporting various humanitarian causes with a focus on refugees to Emma Watson championing […]
Advisory: Integrity Marketing
We are all susceptible to media and marketing messages. An obvious statement, perhaps, so why then don’t businesses hold themselves to a higher standard about how they market to consumers? We think there’s an opportunity to raise the bar to a new standard we call Integrity Marketing—being responsible and principled […]
Coordinates 01-02.16
In this month’s Coordinates 01-02.16, we share articles putting points on the trend horizon. We cover topics on Economy & Industry, Consumer & Culture, Brand & Marketing, and Design that […]
Coordinates 11-12.15
In this month’s Coordinates 11-12.15, we share articles putting points on the trend horizon. We cover topics on Consumer & Culture, Economy & Industry, and Brand & Marketing that give […]
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