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How Networking Drives Brand Growth

This episode of the Brand Narrative podcast features author/speaker/coach Annetta Wilson of Speak with Ease. Annetta speaks with Matt about the nuances of personal networking and how they can help to build brands. Links discussed in today’s episode include: Annetta Wilson bio Speak With Ease How to Talk to Anybody About Anything by Leil Lowndes The Brand Narrative podcast is produced … Continued

The Intersection of Brand and Architecture

This episode of the Brand Narrative podcast features the insights of Ekta Desai, Partner and Design Lead with SchenkelShultz Architecture, a leading architecture firm based in Orlando, Florida. Ekta discusses the role that brand plays within physical architecture and how marketers should be thinking about physical spaces as a touchpoint for brands. Discussion topics also include creative … Continued

Quantifying Brand Value

Our guest in this episode is Phil Nahajewski, a seasoned and experienced CFO with decades of experience in a variety of industries. In this episode, Matt and Phil discuss a variety of facets with respect to the assignment of value to brands and how to look at investments in brands. Links discussed in this episode include: … Continued

Things We Love: GEICO and Tag Team, Brooks vs Bryson, and “Engineerapy”

In this episode of the Brand Narrative podcast, marketing agency leaders Matt Certo and Kelly Lafferman share marketplace ideas that have caught their attention. Links discussed in this episode include: Geigo commercial: Tag Team Helps with Dessers (YouTube) Scoop There it Is Ice Cream Leaked Video: Brooks rolls his eyes at Bryson The Match: Brooks vs Bryson PGA Tour Player Impact … Continued

From 0 to 1 Million Cans per Day: The Arnold Palmer Tea Story

In the latest episode of the Brand Narrative podcast, host Matt Certo of Findsome & Winmore welcomes Christopher Byrd of Innovative Flavors, LLC who shares the story of how we combined forces with legenday golfer Arnold Palmer and AriZona Beverages to merchandise the famous drink which currently sells over 1,000,000 cans per day. Byrd explains how a simple merchandising plan and a cold call … Continued

How to Solve Problems Customers Don’t Know They Have

Exploring the marketing challenges around marketing and selling products that address hidden customer pain points. Links discussed on this episode include: Buzz Bruggeman (Twitter account) ActiveWords home page Marvin Minsky Wikipedia page W. Edwards Deming Wikipedia page Getting Things Done (book) by David Allen Give and Take (book) by Adam Grant Substack Contagious (book) by Jonah … Continued

How to Create a Line Out the Door for your Product (Gideon’s Bakehouse)

In this episode of Brand Narrative, we speak with Gideon’s Bakehouse owner and Founder Steve Lewis about the extraordinary rise of his bakery concept and what drives the truly spectacular demand for his products. Topics and links discussed during the episode include: Gideon’s Bakehouse Home Page Gideon’s Bakehouse FAQ page East End Market Disney Springs Gideon’s Bakehouse … Continued

How to Build an Enduring Brand

This episode of Brand Narrative welcomes renowned landscape architect Christina Hite of Dix Hite, an award-winning landscape architecture firm with offices in the Southeastern United States. Links discussed on this episode include: Dix.Hite+Partners Firm Website Christina Hite Appointment to ASLA Council of Fellows 25th Anniversary year of ACTION Dix.Hite project portfolio onePULSE Foundation

Navigating a Brand Crisis: The Chevy Bolt

In this episode of Brand Narrative host Matt Certo is joined by Management and Strategy expert and Arizona State Professor (and brother), Dr. Trevis Certo as he recounts his experience with a family car model that has been reported to have severe safety concerns. Links discussed in this episode include: S. Trevis Certo professional biography Reported Photo … Continued