Snacking Sustainably
Why it’s more than just a snack Sustainability is a critical part of the future of business, and yet many of us are unaware of how our daily routines impact the world around us. Palm oil is a leading cause…
Jackie Fast
Deal Makers & Gatekeepers
It’s not who you know (but it’s also who you know) Sandbox Studios is currently working on eight talent-led deals, which is a lot considering we only did our first close in July. You’d anticipate that these deals would come…
“I’m not a Businessman, I’m a Business, Man”
Never a truer word has been spoken from Jay-Z. The rapper who used to sell crack cocaine as a high school dropout is now widely regarded as a successful entrepreneur who has a business empire spanning clothing, beverages, real estate,…
BUILDING A BRAND – BRAINS, BALLS, OR BULLION?
To build a profitable company you need hustle, but not necessarily a brand. To Bo Burnham’s point, I don’t need Bagel Bites to stand for something, I just need them in my toaster oven at 3am when I come home from the bar.…
THE STRATEGY BEHIND THE COLLABORATION
Did you know 70% of joint ventures fail? The reason this is so disproportionate to any other type of new business venture is because most people do not know how to create successful partnerships. Oftentimes people assume that working together…
The Power of Collaborations
Why talent-led collaborations are becoming the next tech unicorns of the investment world. Advertising is fighting a losing battle with a new generation of consumers that is increasingly more digitally savvy and responsible. It is no longer enough to flash…
Creative in the Context of Commercial
It’s that Cannes time of the year. A time where the focus is on excellent creative – what makes it, how to harness it, and who is doing it best. I am a huge fan of good creative. As I’m…
Equality and Why It Matters
The issue around equality and diversity seems to be heating up. Whilst I normally steer clear of these discussions, having recently attended a presentation at Canada House on diversity with the Ottawa Minister and later speaking on the ‘The Role of…