Got Brand? How Small Business Branding Pays Big Dividends
February 8, 2018
Hosted by Phil Davis and Liz Hiemstra
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Brilliant branding is an investment of time, capital and know how, but does it pay off? Today we discuss the many ways a strong business brand delivers tangible returns in both the near and short term. Such benefits include... Higher margins due to greater perceived value Greater market capitalization (up to 35% more for branded companies) Easier recall by potential clients Better positioning (owning a sector of the market) Greater resale value when your name, town or product are not in the brand Easier to communicate your core essence and values with a branded name We'll also speak with a real life Tungsten client who went through the naming process, Jeff Burnett of Triple20, a sales consultancy. He'll share the benefits he's found through having a well named brand with a compelling backstory. Tune in today, and every Thursday, to hear successful tips, techniques and stories to further strengthen, brighten and enlighten your own brand!
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"Brilliant Branding" shines the spotlight, and provides valuable insights, into the most common, and frustrating company identity issues facing startups, entrepreneurs, consultants, and even established business owners. Topics address timely issues such as effective naming strategies, smart logo design, tips for trademarking, clear brand messaging, engaging social media and reputation management. We take a deep dive to uncover the "pivot point" of an organization, the "why" behind each business to help build a more clear, cohesive and compelling brand image.
Guests will include authors, industry thought leaders, linguists, graphic designers, digital strategists and other experts to provide a holistic approach to building your brand. If you have ever struggled to explain or clarify your business, this show will supercharge your identity so you can outshine your competition.
Phil Davis and Liz Hiemstra
Phil Davis is one of the most quoted company naming experts globally. Phil has named and/or branded over 250 companies, products and services worldwide. Some of his work includes PODS, as well as TeamLogicIT, EarlyMoments, TradingBlock, and DoubleCross Vodka. Phil has written for, or been quoted in, Inc., WSJ.com, Entrepreneur.com, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, Newsday, Reader's Digest, and many others. Phil's branding articles are frequently referenced by those researching and publishing branding related topics.
When not actively naming a company, Phil speaks on the subject of "Brilliant Branding" and best industry practices. He has served as both keynote branding speaker, as well as subject matter expert on brand development.
Phil founded a full service advertising agency at the age of 26 in Tampa Bay, Florida. He was recognized with a Price Waterhouse Up and Comer Award at the start of his career and continued by building a marketing firm that attracted a broad range of retail, medical, industrial and B2B clientele.
After 17 years at the helm, Phil left his agency to devote himself to the art of naming and branding. He relocated to North Carolina where he founded Tungsten Branding in 2003. Since that time, Phil has worked regionally, nationally and internationally to build clear, compelling brand identities that convey a cohesive message. His commitment to brand clarity is the hallmark of Tungsten Branding.
