In the fiercely competitive and fickle beverage and snack business, you need a marketing leader with a deep understanding of the consumer landscape, an eye for innovation and the ability to delight consumers. One might argue that Ann (Anindita) Mukherjee is a “consumer whisperer” of sorts; she gets consumers and seems to be in lockstep with the latest trends in the art and science of marketing.
On the last day of August 2014, NBA player Kevin Durant tweeted, “Excited and humbled to sign back with the swoosh.” This highly anticipated announcement came after months of courtship from both Under Armour and Nike, with each offering escalating bids for the coveted endorsement of the NBA superstar. Under Armour ultimately lost the bid to Nike – but its aggressive tactics left a big impression.
Professor Takatoshi Ito recently appeared on Bloomberg TV to discuss the Bank of Japan's monetary policy and what the global economy can learn from Japan. His segment appeared on September 1, 2016.
Professor Takatoshi Ito's Bloomberg Interview
The Lessons Learned From Japan's Economy