Insights & Advice

The Human Element in the Age of AI – Place Branding & Public Diplomacy Research Update

Summary of latest research on place branding and public diplomacy focusing on the human element in the age of artificial intelligence (AI).

Current State of Country Brands in Latin America: The Voice of the Protagonists

FutureBrand’s latest report captures the state of country brands across Latin America right now - in the eyes of its protagonists.

Off Track, On Record: What the 2025 SDG Report Means for Places and Brands

Explore the 2025 Sustainable Development Report: global SDG progress, investment gaps, and place-branding insights for future-focused professionals.

America’s Best Cities 2025: Top 10, Trends, and Takeaways

Explore key insights from Resonance’s 2025 America’s Best Cities Ranking. Discover which American cities are perceived as top-performing.

From Conflict to Cuisine: New Perspectives on Place Branding – 2025 Research Insights

Explore key insights from the latest issue of the Journal of Place Branding and Public Diplomacy. From cultural festivals to gastrodiplomacy and digital diplomacy, discover how cities and countries are shaping their identities in 2025.

FDI’s Missing KPI: Why Reputation Deserves a Seat at the Table

Most IPAs focus on outcomes, but ignore reputation. Here's why perception metrics must be part of your FDI strategy—and how the GROW model can help.

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