IPBA at 10: Reflections from the Lisbon Conference

The International Place Branding Association celebrated ten years with its annual conference in Lisbon. Keynote speakers, board members, researchers and practitioners share what stayed with them.

Can Music Change the Reputation of a Place?

Cities and countries increasingly treat music as a reputation asset. Research on Auckland, Rio de Janeiro and Montreal reveals the complex relationship between musical culture, place identity and branding, and the limits of institutional control.

A New Guide for Teaching Place Branding, and Why It Matters Now

Magdalena Florek and Efe Sevin have rebuilt their original TPBO how-to guide into a 120-page resource, published by IPBA for its tenth anniversary. A look at what's inside and why it matters.

What Recent Academic Research Tells Us About Talent Attraction

What recent academic research reveals about attracting and retaining talent, and why talent attraction is increasingly a test of how well a place works.

Olympic Legacy, Revisited: Latest Research in Place Branding and Public Diplomacy

A review of the latest Olympic place branding research reveals a shift towards governance, sustainability, public diplomacy and long-term reputation.

From Perception to Performance: Latest Research in Place Branding and Public Diplomacy

What the latest Place Branding and Public Diplomacy journal tells us: from nation brand validation to digital diplomacy and governance.

The State of Place Branding Research in 2026: Priorities, Trends, and Get Togethers

Editorial briefing by TPBO on where place branding research is heading in 2026, including key topics, trends and events not to miss.

Highlights from the 9th IPBA Conference 2025 in Manchester: Shaping the Future of Place Branding

Explore key insights and highlights from the 2025 International Place Branding Conference by IPBA, in Manchester, UK.

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).

Elisenda Aguilera Cora on the Sustainable Development Goals in Place Branding Research

UPF doctoral candidate, Elisenda Aguilera Cora, shares insights into the Sustainable Development Goals in Place Branding Research.

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.

Research Update: Place Branding and Public Diplomacy in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty

Summary of latest research on place branding and public diplomacy in times of crisis and uncertainty with key insights for practitioners.

Two Decades of Place Branding and Public Diplomacy Journal: Research Special

Celebrating 20 years of the Journal of Place Branding and Public Diplomacy, this article highlights key insights, trends, and transformative contributions shaping the field.

Knowledge Update: The Latest in Place Branding, Sports, and Pandemic Diplomacy Research

Research insights on leveraging sports, cultural events, and pandemic diplomacy for effective place branding and public engagement.

Insights on Nation Branding in Latin America & the Caribbean, with Aglaë Perrin

Discover Aglaé Perrin's insights on Nation Branding in Latin America & Caribbean and her unique findings on Costa Rica's brand strategy.

Recent Research on Place Branding and Public Diplomacy

In today's interconnected world, place branding and public diplomacy have become increasingly important for cities, regions, and countries. A successful branding and diplomacy strategy...