John West: Doing good is good for business

This case study demonstrates how John West, a canned seafood company, used 'sustainability' in its UK communications to build the brand and grow the business.

John West: Doing good is good for business

JWT Cheethambell Manchester

Advertiser: MW BrandsBrand: John WestCountry: United Kingdom

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About this paper

This paper demonstrates how 'sustainability' can be used centrally in communications to build a brand and grow the business.

The message of sustainability didn't just create revenue and profit growth, it helped turn around a declining commodity market.

It shows that 'doing good is good for business'.

About John West

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About the UK Market

The market consists of John West and Princes which represent around 60%, own label which represents around...

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