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February 19, 2018February 20, 2018

Place Branding Your Town

If you're considering place branding your town or a strategy to achieve a successful place brand, there are a number of steps you should take before embarking on…

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Robust Christmas Trading in 2025: What Independent Retailers Need to Know After the UK Budget

The peak Christmas season is now in full swing, and this crucial Golden Quarter is traditionally when retailers across the UK secure a significant share of their annual revenue. But this year, the landscape looks noticeably different. Christmas trading has been slower to build, with many shoppers deliberately holding off, waiting for the post-budget picture…

by Jo Wynn-Carter December 8, 2025

The 2025 Golden Quarter: What Independent Retailers Need to Know Right Now

As the fairy lights flicker into shop windows and the festive playlists start to creep back, the Golden Quarter that all important October to December stretch officially begins.

But 2025 isn’t a typical retail year.

by Jo Wynn-Carter October 13, 2025October 14, 2025

From Scrolling to Sales: How to Win Customers on Social Media in 2025

Social media isn’t just a marketing tool anymore, it’s a fully-fledged sales channel. Consumers aren’t simply scrolling, they are discovering, comparing, clicking, and buying all without leaving the app.

by Jo Wynn-Carter May 18, 2025May 18, 2025