Reinvention or risk? Why experiential is your smartest bet
Brands often face a defining choice: evolve or erode. Michael Gietzen, Group CEO of Identity, explores the paradox of reinvention, why change both fuels and threatens
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Formula 1: the ultimate experiential brand evolution
Formula 1 has transformed from an exclusive motorsport into a global entertainment phenomenon. Michael Gietzen explores how live experiential marketing, multi-channel engagement, and storytelling turned
The two sides of crafting perception while keeping it real
Marketing is the best version of yourself. Communications is the real you. Both matter, says Martin Fullard, Marketing & Communications Director at Identity It’s easy
A true partnership: elevating the client-agency relationship
The best client-agency relationships are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to success. Chris Fischer, Client Strategy Director at Identity, says that going
The future of design isn’t human… it’s planetary
At SXSW, Malcolm Ché, Head of Strategy and Innovation at Identity, delivered one of the most thought-provoking talks on the future of design. For decades,
The power of presence: why multi-sensory experiences deepen brand engagement
We don’t just experience the world through sight. The strongest memories and emotions are tied to all five senses: sound, touch, taste, scent, and movement.
Old tech on the horizon: VR’s second coming in experiential events
Once seen as a futuristic novelty, VR in experiential marketing was often more clunky than compelling. Now, thanks to advancements in hardware, accessibility, and strategic
Accelerating action: supporting more women into leadership
Progress on gender equality has been made, but more action is needed to ensure women step into senior leadership roles with confidence and support, says
Executing a strategy when the goalposts keep moving
How do you execute a strategy when the landscape refuses to stay still? In event management, agility is key, but only if the objective remains
The soul of experience: why storytelling matters in brand activations
Great storytelling isn’t about spectacle, it’s about connection. In experiential activations, a narrative must do more than entertain; it must embody brand values, engage audiences,