A Master Class in Brand from Cranium's Grand Poo Bah
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These ideas aren't radical in and of themselves, but in our experience, sticking with them and pushing them far beyond the basics is.
Catherine Carr
Dec 17, 20234 min
Vitamin C Holiday Gift Guide
For coffee lovers, color lovers, Cabernet lovers, cardio lovers, crossword lovers, and more...our favorite picks for 2021.
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Catherine Carr
Nov 19, 20213 min
Icertis Brand Strategy
How we helped a $1B tech pioneer elevate its brand and claim leadership to ward off increasing competition, paving the way to a future IPO.
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Catherine Carr
Apr 27, 20203 min
Shift Brand Development
How we helped a team of passionate improvement experts clarify their organization's purpose and elevate its brand presence.
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Catherine Carr
Mar 21, 20205 min
How To Stay Nimble With Your Brand and Content
Covid-19 has thrown us all for a loop. Here's a quick plan for keeping your brand and content in tune with the changing times.
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Catherine Carr
May 21, 20196 min
Hearing the Customer Voice
Customer segments can be unhelpfully broad. I prefer to focus on actual customers, and to hear their voice as authentically as possible.
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Catherine Carr
May 13, 20192 min
PacSci "Be Curious" Campaign and Brand Activation
How we helped a Seattle icon introduce its refreshed brand to the community and elevate its powerful mission.
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Catherine Carr
Apr 5, 20194 min
Resourceful Brand Refresh
How we helped a respected HR services company differentiate itself in a crowded market and truly express its team's passion and expertise.
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Catherine Carr
Jun 5, 20183 min
Applying Archetype Theory to Develop Brand Voice
There's more than one way to be a Sage.
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Catherine Carr
May 21, 20185 min
How I Geek Out on Brand Archetype Theory
I always come in with an opinion, but I avoid pronouncements. I make sure the process is collaborative. Sometimes the results surprise me.
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Catherine Carr
May 7, 20183 min
Why I Geek Out on Brand Archetype Theory
The tool is powerful. I have never seen it not land. Every person gets engaged in the conversation, every time.
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Catherine Carr
Apr 23, 20182 min
The PowerPoint Slide that Changed the Course of My Career
It's been 10 years, but I vividly remember sitting in my red-walled office at Cranium, laboring over this one slide.
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Catherine Carr
Feb 3, 20182 min
CenterCard Brand and Content Development
How we helped a fintech startup articulate a fresh philosophy and pave the way to product launch with brand-driven content.
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Catherine Carr
Oct 3, 20172 min
Motif Coffee Brand and Visual Identity Development
How we brought a new home coffee brand to life, from sketchbook to shelf.
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Catherine Carr
Aug 20, 20172 min
Eclipse Marketing: From Total Genius to Brand Blackout
How brands show their true colors, from crass to creative, during a big event like a total solar eclipse.
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Catherine Carr
Mar 18, 20173 min
Novinium Brand Strategy and Activation
How we helped the undisputed innovator in power cable rejuvenation expand their product offering and re-energize their communication.
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Catherine Carr
Feb 18, 20173 min
TeamChild Brand Inspiration
How we helped a Seattle nonprofit with a powerful mission find its voice.
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Catherine Carr
Feb 15, 20174 min
Vitamin C Spreads the Love
Here are a few amazing things I've learned from my clients that I think everyone should know about.
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Catherine Carr
Jan 4, 20173 min
Ravensburger Brand Books
How we brought three distinct brands into focus and developed clear guidelines to inspire Ravensburger's team and partners.
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Catherine Carr
Jan 4, 20171 min
Creative Client Gifts
Each year, I enjoy thinking of creative presents to showcase my work and delight my clients.
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