Nation and Place Branding
An Applied Approach to Building the Image of Countries, Regions, and Cities
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Beschreibung
In an age of global competition, where cities, regions, and countries vie for investment, talent, tourism, and influence, this textbook offers a comprehensive roadmap to building strong, credible, and resilient place brands. Moving far beyond logos and slogans, it introduces a practical, policy-driven approach grounded in strategy, governance, and authenticity.
Drawing on over two decades of real-world experience with place branding clients across continents, the authors present a rich mix of theory, frameworks, and case studies—from Stockholm to Tulsa to Australia—making this book an indispensable guide for students and professionals alike. Through the lens of the proven 14 Steps to Nation and Place Branding framework, readers are guided through every stage of building a place brand—from laying the foundations and engaging stakeholders to shaping digital identity and managing reputational risk.
The book delves into essential marketing principles like segmentation, positioning, and integrated communication, while also addressing complex political realities, governance challenges, and the growing role of digital platforms, AI, and user-generated content in shaping perceptions.
Whether you're a university student studying destination branding, placemaking, or event management—or a professional working in tourism, economic development, public diplomacy, or destination marketing—this textbook provides the tools to build impactful brands rooted in place, powered by people, and aligned with long-term national goals. Written with both academic and practitioner audiences in mind, it is an essential resource for undergraduate and graduate courses as well as a must-have guide for instructors and professionals seeking to shape how the world sees—and experiences—their place.
Jose Filipe Torres is Founder and CEO of Bloom Consulting. Since 2001 Mr. Torres has been advising countries in the field of branding. He works directly with heads-of-states in Australia, Austria, Costa Rica, Israel, Poland, Turkey, Sweden, along with many other regions in Europe, South America and Africa. He also collaborates directly with the World Economic Forum in the matters of country branding.
Recep Karaburun is Clinical Assistant Professor of Hospitality and Tourism at the NYU School of Professional Studies Jonathan M. Tisch Centre for Hospitality and Tourism. With more than two decades of experience in the travel industry, Dr. Karaburun is recognized as an industry expert in helping travel companies start and develop a growth strategy and business.
In an age of global competition, where cities, regions, and countries vie for investment, talent, tourism, and influence, this textbook offers a comprehensive roadmap to building strong, credible, and resilient place brands. Moving far beyond logos and slogans, it introduces a practical, policy-driven approach grounded in strategy, governance, and authenticity.
Drawing on over two decades of real-world experience with place branding clients across continents, the authors present a rich mix of theory, frameworks, and case studies—from Stockholm to Tulsa to Australia—making this book an indispensable guide for students and professionals alike. Through the lens of the proven 14 Steps to Nation and Place Branding framework, readers are guided through every stage of building a place brand—from laying the foundations and engaging stakeholders to shaping digital identity and managing reputational risk.
The book delves into essential marketing principles like segmentation, positioning, and integrated communication, while also addressing complex political realities, governance challenges, and the growing role of digital platforms, AI, and user-generated content in shaping perceptions.
Whether you're a university student studying destination branding, placemaking, or event management—or a professional working in tourism, economic development, public diplomacy, or destination marketing—this textbook provides the tools to build impactful brands rooted in place, powered by people, and aligned with long-term national goals. Written with both academic and practitioner audiences in mind, it is an essential resource for undergraduate and graduate courses as well as a must-have guide for instructors and professionals seeking to shape how the world sees—and experiences—their place.
Includes PPT slides that summarize each concept in the book and are useful for engaging multiple learning styles Provides up-to-date coverage of technology and digital transformation issues in country and place branding Features case studies that capture a range of perspectives on place branding and its challenges, reducing bias potential
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Jose Filipe Torres
Themen in »Nation and Place Branding«
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