Ecosystem Thinking in Brand Strategy

$250.00 AUD

This chapter explores brand building as the creation of interconnected ecosystems, where every decision contributes to a cohesive, evolving brand world. Using Stone Island as a case study, students learn how innovation, materiality, and cultural alignment forge cult-level brand loyalty. Through hands-on frameworks and reflection tools, they’ll gain the skills to design systems that maintain brand coherence but also drive emotional and cultural resonance and long-term growth.

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COURSE MODULES

Here we step into a systems-level approach to branding, where strategy, storytelling, and experience converge. Ecosystem thinking redefines brands as interconnected worlds that are designed to evolve, adapt, and build lasting cultural relevance.

Explore the foundational elements — Strategy, Experience, Voice, and Identity — that shape how a brand is seen, felt, and understood. Students will learn to architect systems that enable scalable, meaningful brand growth.

Learn how brand ecosystems build trust and emotional depth through consistent storytelling. This section shows how multi-touchpoint coherence moves brands from recognition to true cultural belonging.

Discover how Stone Island became a cult brand by weaving together innovation, material storytelling, and subcultural connection. From R&D to retail, this case illustrates how a fully integrated ecosystem becomes a platform for identity and community.

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Real-world Examples

Students engage with real-world references from some of the most influential names in contemporary brand culture, including Loewe, Rick Owens, SUNNEI, Prada, Gentle Monster, and Le Labo. Through strategic analysis, they gain insight into how brands are defined, sustained, and evolved within an evolving cultural landscape.