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Learn about latest city research insights, trends and advice for those in charge of city marketing and city brand management.
How Eindhoven Uses City Branding Strategies for Economic Development and Community Self-Esteem
Peter Kentie on how the Dutch city of Eindhoven is using city branding strategies for its economic development as hotspot for high tech and design, and how it is contributing to stronger community self-esteem.
Steven Pedigo on City Branding, Economic Development and Urban Sustainability
Steven Pedigo of the NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate discusses city branding, economic development, talent attraction and urban sustainability.
Efe Sevin on Exurban Place Branding Opportunities, Brand America and the American Dream
Efe Sevin in this interview discusses exurban place branding opportunities, city brand strategies and differences in public diplomacy approaches in the US, Turkey and Sweden. He also shares his thoughts on Brand America and the American Dream.
Chunying Wen on Place Branding Research and City Branding in China
Chunying Wen, place branding scholar and Professor at the Communication University of China in Beijing, in this interview discusses place branding research and city branding in China. Learn about the growing interest in a less marketing-focused and more resident-centered, inclusive approach to city branding.
Sofia City Branding, Placemaking and Urban Transformation: A Personal Account
Rinske Brand and Rozemarijn Stam reflect on the current state of city image and city branding in Sofia, Bulgaria, and discuss how placemaking initiatives could help Sofia live up to its full potential as city.
How the German City of Bielefeld Used Participatory City Branding Strategies for its Rebranding
Learn how the German city of Bielefeld used participatory city branding strategies for its rebranding and for building a strong city brand which allows it to connect residents with businesses and visitors.