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The latest news, thoughts and events from Harrison Brands
Is sustainability a dirty word?
This word means many different things to different people. It’s become the buzzword for anyone involved in the impact space, for the environment and/or social justice. But what does it
Post Truth Review
Post Truth: The new war on truth and how to fight backMatthew D’Ancona I had a problem with the words ‘post truth’. I felt it was a resignation of where
People’s Emergency Briefing
The People’s Emergency Briefing. The film of the event In November 2025, a number of scientists and professionals gathered in Westminster City Hall to deliver a stark warning about the
10 Brand Truths
Strong brands are built on truth. Not jargon, not fluff, not whatever everyone else is doing. These 10 principles get to the heart of what makes a brand clear, credible
Our stance on AI
Making a stand It was time we took our stance on AI. How to use this responsibly and not to use this to cut corners or to eradicate our own
Why I Started Writing a Book
An Idea Develops For a long time, I had been thinking about truth. I had read a lot about it and to be honest, it means a great deal to
Truth: The Only Currency That Matters
A panel event where truth matters In mid May at the Conduit, I moderated a panel on Truth: the only currency that matters. Telling the truth is the most effective
The shocking truth: just 16% trust advertising executives.
The truth index reveals all According to the Ipsos Veracity Index 2025, advertising executives and social media influencers ranks as some the most mistrusted professions. The communications sector has real
The Win Without Pitching Manifesto
My reflections on Blair Enns’ Manifesto As we wrap up the end of 2025, I’ve found the time to read Blair Enns’ Manifesto for Creative Firms. It is called: The
You Can’t Handle the Truth…
Is the truth about the climate too hot to handle? The purpose of marketing is directly connected to the growth of consumerism. Its job is to sell more, just like
Nature and its Hidden Truths
A workshop help at RSA House, London on Wednesday 12th November 2025 I met Angela Monaghan at various events focused around sustainability in and around London. We both held similar values and
Why Truth Based Marketing
The only marketing worth believing in is Truth Based Marketing Having worked as a Creative Director for various London agencies over the past fifteen years, I was unaware of the
When is the right time for a rebrand?
When is the right time? In the world of business, timing is everything. But when it comes to rebranding, many companies grapple with the question of when the best time
Communicating your Sustainability Impact
Beyond profit: how companies are sharing their impact on people and planet Many more companies are publishing details about their impact on both people and planet. It’s true that this is a
The Journey to B Corp
Where did it all start? During the COVID lockdown, Harrison Brands was established with a determination to confront challenges. I had to ask profound questions about the future for the