Our interviews with place brand experts provide unique insights into the thinking and experience of leading researchers and professionals in the fields of city branding, destination branding and -marketing, economic development, nation branding and public diplomacy. Interviews are by invitation only and based on peer-nominations to ensure highest quality and relevance.
Jonathan McClory on Soft Power, Nation Branding and Country Reputation in Asia
Marc Thébault on Place Marketing in France: City Branding Practices, Challenges and Trends
Chris Brown on the Branding and Marketing of Liverpool City Region
Olle Zetterberg on Stockholm Business Region Marketing and Branding
Julian Stubbs on City Branding of Liverpool, Stockholm, Place Marketing Challenges and Trends
Tobias Grut on The Nordics Region Branding Challenges and Benefits
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