As Tom Hanks said on an Oprah show earlier this season, the phrase “Did you see Oprah today?” is going to be removed from our vocabulary after today. Today marks the end of the 25 year run of The Oprah Show. Let’s take a moment to relive some of our favorite moments. You get a […]
Continue ReadingHappy Birthday Apple Stores!
May 19, 2011
A lot has changed since 2001. Back in yesteryear Mark Zuckerberg was not a household name, the word tweeting was the sound a bird made, and as of May 2001 Apple had yet to open any retail stores – the catalyst that helped Apple become the brand that it is today. Today marks the 10th […]
Continue ReadingTag, You’re It!
May 16, 2011
Facebook recently introduced a subtle change and for once it won’t change the appearance of your news feed. Facebook introduced a new feature that allows users to identify people or objects that have their own Facebook Pages. Previously, users could only tag their friends. Now users can tag celebrities or public figures they meet or […]
Continue ReadingA Refreshing Taste
May 12, 2011
Coca-Cola is the most valuable brand in the world, and this month the company is celebrating its 125th birthday. Throughout its history Coca-Cola has extended its brand portfolio many times to include brands such as Coke Zero, Powerade, and Vitamin Water, but it was their original brand extension that has become nearly as strong and […]
Continue ReadingCarnival’s Magic has set sail on its Inaugural Voyage!!
May 02, 2011
From creating names to designing logos a number of Addison Whitney brands can be seen onboard the new ship. We had so much fun working with the Carnival team, and we want to continue that fun with a little interoffice competition. To help us decide which Addison Whitney team member can claim bragging rights around […]
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December 23, 2010
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Is there any Christmas character more iconic than Santa Claus? The belly o’ jelly, the tress-dressed face and the bright red suit with snowy fur all wrap up to create the jolliest man we know.While you can buy Coke anytime and almost anywhere, my favorite holiday brand is Santa himself. We can thank Coca-Cola […]
Continue ReadingIt’s Back
November 15, 2010
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Did you hear that noise earlier last week? It was the sound of millions of Americans rejoicing. Why? The McRib is back, of course. Considering there’s a McDonald’s on every corner, it’s interesting how McDonald’s has been able to make a pork sandwich so exclusive. Thousands wait for sightings each year on the McRib locator […]
Continue ReadingBrews and Booze
October 26, 2010
Starbucks recently announced it will serve regional wine and beer, starting in its home city of Seattle. In an experimental trial, the company renovated a store in Seattle’s busy Capitol Hill area and stocked it with new beverage offerings as well as a selection of local cheeses. In addition to the new menu, the barista […]
Continue ReadingThe Big “O”
October 18, 2010
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Picture this. It’s been 69 days since the accident. TV viewers are waiting patiently to see the first rescued miner’s face. He reaches the surface. The rescue capsule is opened. Audiences worldwide look to see his expression and can’t escape the “O.” If you’ve missed the story on the Chile Miners rescue, check out […]
Continue ReadingFarewell Grandma’s Belk
October 07, 2010
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Growing up in the South, Belk department stores have been a shopping staple. When I was young, I remember going to Belk with my grandmother and thinking it was so fancy. Just look at its logo. It’s cursive. That’s the ultimate in fancy to a seven-year-old. But I’m not seven anymore and while I […]
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