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Here’s Why Nurri Changed it’s Packaging Design at Costco

Fast-growing brands rarely stay static. What works at launch isn’t always what sustains momentum at scale. This update shows a clear shift in strategy. The original execution leaned heavily into white space and icon-driven cues, signaling nutrition and functionality. It felt clean, but also slightly clinical, closer to kids’ nutrition than adult performance. The new…

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7 Steps to Earning Brand Permission When Stretching a Brand.

Learn the 7 proven steps to earn brand permission before stretching your brand. Avoid costly extensions and unlock growth the right way.

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Strategic Packaging Design for Granola Brands.

Fixing packaging design for granola brands starts with clarity. Discover what drives shelf performance and why most “healthy” packs fail to convert.

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Why This Sapporo Can Stops Shoppers Cold

A masterclass in shelf impact. From its bold ribbed aluminum structure to its beer-glass silhouette, this single-serve Sapporo can is designed to be noticed and to be picked up. In this video, Christy breaks down how tactile structure and light-catching details turn packaging into a purchase driver. It’s a small can with a big lesson in what makes design work.

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