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Lexus Goes Global


An In-Depth Look at the First Lexus Global Branding Campaign
by Holly Conner

lexusThe introduction of the first Lexus global branding campaign, “Amazing in Motion,” is a pleasant surprise. Lexus is already a very successful global brand as it is ranked among the 10 largest Japanese global brands in market value. Even though numbers are well below its German rivals BMW, Volkswagon and Mercedes-Benz, the Lexus brand had an 18% global sales increase. Pretty impressive with no global branding efforts to date…That being said, it’s well noted that Lexus is “seeing the light” as branding opportunities continue to present themselves overseas.

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Parent Brands Outshining Their Offspring


How Do Established Brands CREATE Established Brands?
by Meredith Adams

6a00d83451b74a69e20134866b4b46970c-piWhen you think of “parent” corporation, what comes to mind?

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The Battle of Brand Loyalty


Old vs. New Brands-Which side do you fall on?
by Meredith Adams

tbWhen it comes to your favorite brand names, realistically, just how likely are you to stay loyal to them? Personally, I have certain brands I would never abandon.

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Six of One …


How do brands cut through the marketing “clutter”?
by Jim Blazick

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One of the main roles of a brand is to differentiate its offerings from competitors.  A brand is a promise to the consumer and peace of mind that you know what you are getting.  If you are buying a car, you compare brands. You know what to expect walking into the dealership. But what is a marketer to do when the public looks at its offerings as six of one, half a dozen of the other?

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It’s Naming Season!


Say “yes” to your BRAND!
by Holly Conner

Courtesy: TLC's "Say Yes to the Dress"

Courtesy: TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress” | The “One”

It’s a long term commitment; no doubt you are going to be stuck with it awhile and will have to wake up to its “face” every morning. In being EXTREMELY particular in the selection process, once you find “the one” you should make it legal to protect the union. What if your commitment means something totally different to your in-laws overseas where they can’t help but wonder “what were they thinking” or “this is their choice?” Any idea what I’m talking about? No, not your marital experiences…Actually, naming that new product or service that has been in the works for more than a few months and now you can get to the fun part, a name! For comparisons sake, you’ve been planning the “wedding” for a while and now you get to pick out the “dress”!

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