As the rest of the world slows down, Africa is the new opportunity (and challenge), as noted in this insightful video by Rick de Kock at TBWA\Africa. While the press on Africa is, mostly, focused on famine, wars, insurgents and the Congo mess, for many, Africa represents a huge opportunity. The challenge is that the …

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I was lighting a smoke the other day with a Bic fire-lighter device (you know those ones you use to light a BBQ or a candle—see left).  I was checking out where to refill it, but to my amazement, it’s a very very large disposable. I was slightly horrified that this …

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I’ve been thinking about collaboration a lot lately.  Having started my own business out of advertising I’m busy working with a wide scope of designers, social media experts and PR people.  They all are small companies or free-lance individuals. I’ve also been in regular contact with Jan van Mol at Addict …

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