City Branding
City branding can be complex, messy and quite a challenge, but in a globalized, ultra-connected world it is also becoming increasingly important. The following articles offer expert insights, case studies and essential information for city branding professionals and researchers, including thoughts on city image and reputation rankings.
Ari-Veikko Anttiroiko on City Branding as Strategic Management Tool for Local Governments
Finnish researcher and academic Ari-Veikko Anttiroiko in this interview discusses his most recent book "The Political Economy of City Branding" (Routledge).
How to Develop a City Branding Strategy: Example Cork, Ireland
City branding case study on Cork in Ireland - a step by step example of creating and executing a city brand strategy by the branding expert, Malcolm Allan.
Megacities, Mega Unlivable? Call For Place Branding
Peter Knapp in the Marketing Magazine looks at how place branding can be used to make megacities more human and liveable by giving suburbs unique identities.
Place Branders, Don’t Mess With The People’s Brand!
What does place branding look like from a designer's perspective? David F Coates makes a compelling case for civic engagement in branding.
Cities of Opportunity – Where Sustainability Thrives
PwC Cities of Opportunity report shows Sydney, Stockholm, Paris, Berlin, San Francisco, Toronto lead in liveability, according to expats.
Place Branding Joys and Sorrows: Logos and Slogans
Place branding professional Jeremy Hildreth reflects on the purpose - the joys and sorrows - of logos and slogans in place branding.