Brand Merger Frameworks
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Stakeholder Interviews (executives from both brands to align on goals)
Brand Equity Audit (determining what to retain from each brand)
Competitive & Market Analysis (benchmarking the new entity)
Cultural & Values Alignment Assessment (ensuring internal cohesion)
High-Level Brand Architecture Strategy (determining parent/sub-brand relationships)
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Logo Evolution or Hybrid Identity (blending elements or selecting a dominant brand)
Updated Color Palette & Typography System (harmonizing styles)
Basic Verbal Identity Alignment (merging tone, messaging, and terminology)
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Internal Brand Integration Plan (introducing employees to the new identity)
Leadership Messaging Framework (ensuring consistent communication)
HR & Employee Transition Toolkit (guidelines for internal adoption)
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Mini Brand Guidelines (visual and verbal identity basics)
Application Rules for Co-Branded Period (handling legacy brand overlap)
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Updated Social Media Branding & Messaging
Basic Website & Email Transition Strategy (redirects, email signatures, initial updates)
Customer & Partner Communication Plan (explaining the merger externally)
Essentials •
Focused on combining key elements of the merging brands while minimizing disruption and ensuring a unified identity.
$75-100k | 2-3 months
Advanced ••
Building a unified, differentiated brand from the ground up with a deeper strategic approach to positioning, identity, and transition.
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In-Depth Stakeholder & Employee Engagement Research (ensuring buy-in)
Customer Sentiment & Brand Perception Study (understanding external expectations)
Expanded Competitive & Market Analysis (identifying whitespace opportunities)
Comprehensive Brand Positioning Strategy (defining the merged brand’s unique space)
Mission, Vision & Core Values Development (integrating cultural DNA)
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Logo & Identity System Redesign (if needed, creating a distinct new identity)
Updated Brand Architecture Strategy (handling product lines, sub-brands, legacy brands)
Expanded Visual Identity System (motion, iconography, illustration)
Verbal Identity & Copywriting Guidelines (tone of voice, brand story, messaging frameworks)
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Executive & Leadership Training Sessions (helping leaders articulate the new brand)
HR & Internal Culture Alignment Strategy (ensuring employees embrace the change)
Internal Brand Rollout & Employee Engagement Plan (activities to rally teams around the new brand)
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Corporate Collateral & Branded Environments (office signage, event materials, retail presence)
Updated Digital & Social Media Presence (redefining the digital brand)
Basic UX/UI Design for Web Overhaul (strategic recommendations for digital experience)
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Phased Customer & Partner Transition Plan (avoiding brand confusion)
Public Relations & Media Strategy (explaining the merger to the market)
Post-Merger Brand Campaign (advertising, social activation, media relations)
Influencer & Thought Leadership Engagement (industry positioning)
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Brand Perception & Market Sentiment Analysis (tracking external reactions)
Employee Engagement & Cultural Adoption Metrics (ensuring alignment)
$200-300k | 5-8 months
Enterprise ••••
A complete reimagination of the brand, deeply integrating multiple organizations into one seamless, high-impact market presence.
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Global-Level Brand Perception & Market Analysis (identifying long-term positioning opportunities)
Cultural & Organizational Alignment Strategy (ensuring employee retention & morale)
Leadership & Executive Alignment Sessions (shaping the future vision)
Customer Journey & Market Trend Analysis (understanding shifts in expectations)
Legal & Compliance Considerations (ensuring smooth transitions for trademarks, naming, and operations)
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Comprehensive Logo & Identity System Development (creating a high-impact new identity)
Full-Scale Brand Architecture Strategy (handling legacy brands, acquisitions, and sub-brands)
Digital-First Brand Strategy (ensuring fluid digital experience across platforms)
Motion, Sonic, & Sensory Branding (beyond visuals—full brand experience)
Cultural Brand Influence & Thought Leadership Positioning (defining new industry narratives)
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Multi-Phase Organizational Brand Adoption Strategy (long-term cultural transition)
Internal & External Messaging Strategy (ensuring clarity across all stakeholders)
Comprehensive HR & Talent Branding (ensuring employee retention, attracting top talent)
Employer Brand & Recruitment Strategy (aligning talent strategy with new brand vision)
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Enterprise-Level Website Design & Development (fully rethinking digital experience)
Environmental & Experiential Branding (offices, trade shows, physical presence)
Marketing & Sales Enablement Strategy (ensuring seamless market adoption)
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Large-Scale Public Relations & Thought Leadership Campaigns (positioning the new brand)
Customer Re-Education & Market Retention Plan (mitigating risk of customer attrition)
Advertising & Digital Brand Awareness Strategy (high-level, multi-channel promotion)
Investor Relations & Market Confidence Strategy (ensuring financial stability post-merger)
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Ongoing Brand Adaptation & Evolution Plan
Reputation Management & Crisis Strategy
Quarterly & Annual Brand Performance Reviews