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Episode Synopsis
Todd Bracher, founder of BRACHER, is a leading industrial designer and strategist with 25+ years of experience. He shares how he blends design, science, and business to drive innovation, launch groundbreaking products, and advise top brands on differentiation. We discussed all of this and more this week on the On Brand podcast.
About Todd Bracher
Todd Bracher founded BRACHER, an Industrial Design and Advisory firm. With over 25 years of experience, Todd integrates design, science, and business to drive sustained growth. He has launched over 200 products, secured two dozen patents, and a three-time International Designer of the Year recipient. Known for guiding strategic differentiation and navigating disruption, Todd is a sought-after advisor for top brands and startups. In 2022 he launched Betterlab to champion science-based design. Residing in New York, Todd is a dedicated father committed to making a positive impact.
From the Show
What brand has made Todd smile recently? Todd shared the smiles that came from both him and his sons as a result of his new Baggu laptop sleeve. Guess what the sleeve features? Smiley faces — more smiles!
Connect with Todd on LinkedIn or his website.
As We Wrap …
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About Todd Bracher
Todd Bracher founded BRACHER, an Industrial Design and Advisory firm. With over 25 years of experience, Todd integrates design, science, and business to drive sustained growth. He has launched over 200 products, secured two dozen patents, and a three-time International Designer of the Year recipient. Known for guiding strategic differentiation and navigating disruption, Todd is a sought-after advisor for top brands and startups. In 2022 he launched Betterlab to champion science-based design. Residing in New York, Todd is a dedicated father committed to making a positive impact.
From the Show
What brand has made Todd smile recently? Todd shared the smiles that came from both him and his sons as a result of his new Baggu laptop sleeve. Guess what the sleeve features? Smiley faces — more smiles!
Connect with Todd on LinkedIn or his website.
As We Wrap …
Listen and subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon/Audible, Google Play, Stitcher, TuneIn, iHeart, YouTube, and RSS.
Rate and review the show—If you like what you’re hearing, be sure to head over to Apple Podcasts and click the 5-star button to rate the show. And, if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review to help others find the show.
Did you hear something you liked on this episode or another? Do you have a question you’d like our guests to answer? Let me know on Twitter using the hashtag #OnBrandPodcast and you may just hear your thoughts here on the show.
On Brand is a part of the Marketing Podcast Network.
Until next week, I’ll see you on the Internet!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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