In the last blog, we continued the discussion of formulating your Brand Strategy with a discussion of your brand personality. If you are an off-premise retailer, you sell brands. If you an on-premise retailer you may sell brands and create your own. Either way, you need to understand how the brand icons you sell or…
In the last article, we continued the discussion of formulating your Brand Strategy with a discussion of your core values. Companies like Sears and Toys R Us are no longer in business because their core values did not resonate with their customers. If you are an off-premise retailer, you sell brands. If you an on-premise…
By: George Latella In the last article, we began the discussion of formulating your Brand Strategy with a discussion of YOUR customer. Your Brand and how your best customers perceive you is your biggest asset and a major strength. Sears was once the “place where America shopped”. It is a great example of a once…
In the last issue, overall Food Marketing strategy was covered. This planning process helps you answer the following questions: Once you get the answers to these questions, you can begin the process of developing your Brand Strategy. Your customer should always be at the center of your Brand Strategy. A great example of this is…
In the last blog, I discussed implementing change in the digital age. Things continue to change at a rapid pace. And the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) will accelerate this change. You need to stay ahead of the curve if you want to be successful. This all starts with developing a sales and marketing plan….
By: George Latella, Professor of Food Marketing at Saint Joseph’s University In the last blog we discussed Leadership in the Digital Age. I have studied & taught leadership for many years. In my opinion, leadership is NOT a position or title, but a state of mind. Some of the traits of successful leaders that I…
In the last issue we discussed the importance of knowing your strengths and weaknesses as they relate to opportunities and threats. A big part of this process is not only knowing these things, but more importantly being able to implement them. And this implementation always starts with Leadership. This is even more important in the…
Brewed to be the best since 1873 A commitment to premium taste and quality have made Heineken one of the most iconic beer brands in the world. When you see the red star on the green bottle, you know every ice-cold, crisp sip will deliver that richly satisfying flavor with subtle fruity notes. This tradition…
By: Jerard Fagerberg For the past 44 years, Sierra Nevada has defined what craft beer means in America. Now, with the release of Hop Splash and Trail Pass, they’re shifting paradigms of quality, flavor and innovation in the non-alcoholic category. It’s been nearly a half-century since Ken Grossman and Paul Camusi introduced the world to…