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The Relaunch of Zubaz

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In the late 1980s, two friends with a passion for fitness and bold fashion launched a brand that would become an icon in the world of sports and fashion: Zubaz. Created by Dan Stock and Bob Truax, Zubaz began as a simple idea to make comfortable workout pants for bodybuilders.…

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Your Meetings Suck. Use the 20/50 Rule To Make Them Awesome.

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I’ve always wondered how many people out there have ever argued that meetings are the key to their personal and professional productivity. I suspect there are very few. Don’t get me wrong, I actually value face-to-face meetings more than anything else in the world when it comes to knowledge transfer…

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The Manifesto Poster Series

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At Brand Voyagers, I’m diving headfirst into a unique blend of science, creativity, and, well, a few passion projects that I probably shouldn’t be spending too much time on—but they’re just too fun to resist. This work has become a fascinating journey, one that’s pushing the boundaries of traditional branding…

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Writing Brand Voyagers

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For many years, I’ve had a burning desire to document my experiences and insights into branding and marketing. As a Creative Director and Marketing Strategist, I’ve spent countless hours developing strategies, processes, and approaches that have shaped numerous brands. Now, I’m finally taking the time to write it all down…

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