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Dutch company FoodVentures opens the largest vegetable greenhouse in Shanghai
Communications
The founder passionately told me a few months ago how they operate high-tech greenhouses in emerging markets according to Dutch standards. They were in the middle of preparations for a vegetable greenhouse in China. My assignment: to advise…

Tips & tricks for a successful brainstorm
News
Sometimes the best ideas come to you during an afternoon stroll at the park, a walk at the beach or under the shower. The moment you least expect it, bam there it is! We are all aiming for that lightbulb moment, especially when in a room…

Am I a brand?
Personal Branding
Am I a brand?
It sounds a bit odd being referred to as a ‘brand’ when it comes to an individual, a person. Or to ask yourself the question ‘am I a brand’? The moment you are in the public domain an opinion is formed about you. You…

Do I really need a brand story?
Storytelling
I had an interesting conversation with the owner of brand seeking for communication advice. She told me that her product was not that distinctive from the competitors. She was challenged to stand out in a market driven by price and functionality.…