Tyler Lewis Presentation - PCDC 5.13.10

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Goals • Create a consistent public image. • Ensure that our organization resonates “beyond the beltway”. • Honor our history, but reflect our future. • Greater alignment with the work we do.

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Presentation given by Tyler Lewis at the PCDC Workshop on Nonprofit Branding held on May 13, 2010 at Vanguard Communications.

Transcript of Tyler Lewis Presentation - PCDC 5.13.10

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Goals

• Create a consistent public image.

• Ensure that our organization resonates “beyond the beltway”.

• Honor our history, but reflect our future.

• Greater alignment with the work we do.

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Process

• Strategic Planning

• Market research

• 35 in-depth interviews (funders, Leadership Conference member orgs, media, federal government, and academics)

• 5 units on an omnibus survey

• Brand Assessment

• Coalition meeting – 70 members of the coalition and other affiliated groups

• Brand Development

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Before and After

• Inconsistent look and feel

• Multiple logo iterations

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Before and After

• Specific design guidelines

• Consistent brand image in print and online

• One logo with a clear point of view

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Reaction

• Unanimously approved by our National Board

• Expanding opportunities in fundraising

• “Human Rights” really resonates for a lot of people

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Tips

• Assume that it will take longer than you plan

• Cross-departmental/board input and participation is key

• Research, research, research!

• Be honest – your brand should reflect your work and vice versa

• Always keep in mind that your brand is only as strong as the support you give it