Strategies That
distinguish
brand value and
drive connection
I craft actionable brand strategies that help organizations define, differentiate, and deliver on their promise.
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WHAT I DO
TRANSFORM THESE CHALLENGES INTO CHANGE
Brand Strategy and Positioning
Determining how to differentiate and develop brands, products and initiatives in relation to culture, customers, and competition
campaigns and ACtivation
Developing an integrated campaign or initiative around your intended message that builds relevance, shapes perceptions and provokes action
Cultural Foresight and understanding
Synthesizing the roles that culture, trends, and events play within society and how they can influence perspective, interpretation and behavior
Brand Architecture
Defining clear, intuitive relationships that help organize companies, products and solutions into concise portfolios that support business objectives and tell cohesive brand stories
MY APPROACH
A Process That Focuses Efforts Without Limiting Potential
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Realize
We’ll deepen our understanding of your brand and the context surrounding your audiences, organization, and environment to illuminate opportunity
02
Reimagine
We’ll dream big as we explore the notion of possibility, developing a strategic approach that definitively establishes your brand in relation to competitors, customers, and culture
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Activate
We’ll work together in guiding teams and extended partners through employing your new strategy and imbuing its core tenets into tangible communications and experiences
Call me
Frankie
I’m a creative thinker and habitual limit-pusher who likes tackling bold challenges with tenacious people. I’ve spent over a decade planning and actioning unconventional strategies in high-risk environments.
Everyone has their own perspective —here’s a bit more of mine
Decoding the Consumer-led Craze: Why Are Brands Losing Their Soul?
Decoding the consumer-led craze that's led to the loss of brand soul and proposing a return to conviction.
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Market Movers: Episode 7
Chopping it up with Market Movers on career pivots, brand strategy, and building enduring brand value.
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Perspective: Pivoting Through Intuition, Purpose, and Drive
Taking the stage at Creative Mornings San Diego to share my story and how perspective can be a powerful creative ally.
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Strategists Reveal How They’re Using AI to Unlock a New Level of Insight
Exploring the advantages and challenges of AI for Strategists alongside leading industry experts.
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Why a Brilliant Campaign Backfired on the Mercedes Brand
Delving into how Mercedes 'Nature or Nothing' campaign went global for the wrong reasons.
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Foot Locker stands to lose more than shoes with Nike cutbacks
Why Foot Locker's $950M loss in value following Nike's cutback transcends products and directly impacts its promise.
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When the Competition Is High, ‘Extraordinary’ Beats ‘Only'
Strategies that help distinguish brands surrounded by similar offers.
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Why I’m Wary of Frameworks
Learn more about my take on how templates can cripple your creativity.
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How To Unlock Game-Changing Creativity For Your Company
The question surrounding creativity for businesses is no longer one of importance, but effectiveness.
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Here's how I can help
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Business Owners
Owners, founders, decision-makers, and in-house teams who want to revisit existing strategies or are ready craft something entirely new
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Agency Partners
Firms, agencies, shops, and studios looking to expand on existing strategic offerings or for some extra help with a specific project
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Creative Independents
Boutique collectives, freelancers, and solopreneurs looking to accompany creative services with additional strategic insight
