Shelf Impactors™ Branding and Packaging Design

Shelf Impactors™ Branding and Packaging Design

Shelf Impactors™. Hosted by Mark Grey & Lisa Hastings, this podcast series is based around the world of branding and packaging design. Breaking down the secrets of the movers and shakers within the industry and delving into how we can learn from those at the top of their creative game.

Episodes

September 2, 2025 26 mins

Shelf Impactors™ Podcast SEASON 4 - EPISODE 7Guest Episode - Matt Maletestnic from SGKPodcast Hosts:Lisa Hastings from SGK


Overview

In this episode, Lisa interviews Matthew Maletestinic, a global executive in transformation and continuous improvement. They discuss Matthew's journey, the importance of living in the present, and the value of diverse experiences in coaching. Matthew shares insights on the challenges of coaching,...

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast SEASON 4 - EPISODE 6Unwrapping NostalgiaPodcast Hosts:Lisa Hastings from SGKMark Grey from Blue Nectar DesignOverviewIn this engaging podcast, Lisa and Mark explore the theme of nostalgia in branding and packaging. They discuss how retro packaging evokes memories and emotions, the psychological impact of nostalgia, and the significance of iconic brands. The conversation also delves into the Museum of Brands...

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast SEASON 4 - EPISODE 5Beyond the logo - your brand!Podcast Hosts:Lisa Hastings from SGKMark Grey from Blue Nectar DesignOverviewIn this conversation, Mark and Lisa explore the concept of branding beyond just logos, discussing how brands are defined by their reputation, story, and promise. They delve into the evolving landscape of branding, particularly in the digital age, and the impact of AI on brand communi...

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast SEASON 4 - EPISODE 4

In or Out-House Photography - which one rules?


Podcast Hosts:

Lisa Hastings from SGK

Mark Grey from Blue Nectar Design


Overview

Join Mark and Lisa as they delve into the world of in-house photography studios. Discover the benefits and challenges of maintaining an in-house studio versus outsourcing, and how these choices impact design agencies and brands. From the role of AI in photogr...

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast SEASON 4 - EPISODE 3Green WashingPodcast Hosts:Lisa Hastings from SGKMark Grey from Blue Nectar DesignOverviewIn this conversation, Mark and Lisa delve into the complexities of sustainability and greenwashing, exploring how brands communicate their environmental practices and the impact on consumer trust. They discuss the evolution of sustainability in marketing, the challenges of recycling, and the importa...

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast - SEASON 4 - EPISODE 2

Embracing AI


Podcast Hosts:

Lisa Hastings from SGK

Mark Grey from Blue Nectar Design


Overview

In this conversation, Lisa and Mark explore the evolving role of AI in the creative industry, discussing past fears, current tools, and future implications. They emphasize the importance of embracing AI as a collaborative tool rather than a replacement, while also addressing concerns about authenti...

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast - SEASON 4 - EPISODE 1

Big vs Small Design Agency – Which is Better?


Podcast Hosts:

Lisa Hastings from SGK (large global agency)

Mark Grey from Blue Nectar Design (smaller, bespoke agency)


Both Mark and Lisa have previously worked at a mid-sized agency that scaled up significantly over a 20 year period.


In this first episode back heading into season 4, Mark and Lisa dive into the juicy subject of Big Agency vs Sm...

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November 28, 2023 40 mins
#S3E16 Shelf Impactors™ Guest Episode - Anneli Hansson with Lisa Hastings Lisa has an extremely insightful conversation with Anneli Hansson, one of Sweden's top Brand Strategists, discussing how Anneli forged her own path within the world of strategy. KEY AREAS OF DISCUSSION: 1. HOW DID ANNELI GET INTO BRAND STRATEGY 2. THOUGHTS ON HOW THE DESIGN INDUSTRY AND CLIENTS ARE EMBRACING STRATEGISTS NOW MORE THAN EVER. --------------...
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#S3E15 Shelf Impactors™ 'Wanna be a Freelancer?' with Mark Grey and Lisa Hastings. SO YOU'RE THINKING ABOUT TURNING FREELANCE? Mark and Lisa unpick what it is to be freelance designer, discussing the highs and the lows. 1. WHAT IS A FREELANCER? - What does it the term mean to Mark and Lisa? 2. EXPERIENCES OF BOTH BEING AND USING FREELANCERS - Mark and Lisa share their experiences of the world of Freelancers 3. JUGGLING FREELAN...
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#S3E14 Shelf Impactors™ Guest Episode - Chris Do with Lisa Hastings Lisa catches up with one of our favourite globe trotting guests Chris Do. Following on from our Shelf Impactors convo with Chris (2 years ago!), Lisa grabs a quick update chat in with Chris discussing what's he's up to right now and his thoughts around: KEY AREAS OF DISCUSSION: 1. WHAT CHRIS BEEN UP TO SINCE WE LAST SPOKE? 2. BEING VULNERABLE Is being vulnerabl...
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#S3E13 Shelf Impactors™ 'Chat GPT - Where are we going?' with Mark Grey and Lisa Hastings. CHAT GPT What is it? What have we tried? What is it good for? Will it remove the role of writers, researchers? Smart answer no - it is just a tool. 1. HAVE WE ADOPTED CHAT GPT YET? - Are we seeing a place for it in the creative tool box - How are we using it right now? 2. THE SOCIAL GENERATIONS OF THE WESTERN WORLD - As 'Gen Z' are likely ...
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#S3E12 Shelf Impactors™ 'Creative Culture Trends for 2023 and beyond' with Mark Grey and Lisa Hastings. CULTURE TRENDS Shelf Impactors like to look forwards and see what is inspiring the design world. This time Mark and Lisa talk culture. 1. NEW REALITIES… - The rise of Meta - how credible will this space become? - Will we all be living in a Meta world soon - as tech immersion advances we see this new phase of 'phygital' - physi...
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#S3E11 Shelf Impactors™ 'Food and Drinks Trends for 2023 and beyond' with Mark Grey and Lisa Hastings. BRAND NEW YEAR - Means BRAND NEW Trends... Mark and Lisa discuss what they're anticipating and noticing in the world Foods and Drinks for the coming year: 1. SPACE FOOD - To infinity and beyond - What will be we packing in our outer galactic hampers? 2. CBD products - Will we see the CBD drinks grow in the NO/LOW Category 3. ...
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January 9, 2023 43 mins
#S3E10 Shelf Impactors™ Guest Episode - John Dalziel with Lisa Hastings Lisa takes the reigns in this podcast episode and is joined by the inspiring guest, Marketing Strategist - John Dalziel We all want to BE BRAVE From creatives coming up with the wackiest ideas - social media wanting us all to be GAME CHANGERS - Businesses saying they think and act Brave. 1. BRAVERY Define... 2. ARE YOU BRAVE? Lisa and John discuss their br...
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#S3E09 Shelf Impactors™ 'November Challenge Update' with Mark Grey and Lisa Hastings. 1. NOVEMBER CHALLENGE UPDATE - Lisa and Mark discuss their challenges for November and how they're tracking: • Mark - Carnivore diet for the month (AGAIN!) and 1x30 minute sketch per day (based on our word of the day)! • Lisa - Cold showers daily for the month and 1x15 minutes per day creative writing (based on our word of the day)! 2. FOOD TRE...
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October 17, 2022 35 mins
#S3E08 Shelf Impactors™ 'Design Awards - are they worth it?' with Mark Grey and Lisa Hastings. 1. OUR THOUGHTS ON DESIGN INDUSTRY AWARDS - Do they favour big names over boutique design houses? 2. WHY ARE DESGIN AWARDS IMPORTANT? - Do they add value to the designer/ agency 3. WHY WE SHOULD NOT DESIGN JUST FOR AWARDS - Unproductive approach to design brief - Compromised goals 4. NOVEMBER CHALLENGE - Mark and Lisa define their cha...
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September 26, 2022 51 mins
#S3E07 Shelf Impactors™ Guest Episode - Matt Essam with Lisa Hastings How to market yourself as a creative and win those dream clients! KEY AREAS OF DISCUSSION: SALES AND MARKETING (For Creative Agencies) 1. DEFINITIONS Marketing, Sales, Branding, let’s just pull them apart - why they need each other to survive. 2. A BIT DEEPER Freelance v Agency - what is holding great talent back from attracting new clients? Is it just about ...
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#S3E06 Shelf Impactors™ 'Creative Networking - Do's and Don'ts' with Mark Grey and Lisa Hastings. 1. HOW IMPORTANT IS NETWORKING IN OUR INDUSTRY? – What does networking mean to us – What are our experiences 2. BUILDING YOU CURRENT NETWORK – How to keep you network informed, interested and engaged – Our advice on network building 3. QUALITY OVER QUANTITY – When first starting to build a network - how do you chose between quality...
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#S3E05 Shelf Impactors™ 'I want it NOW!' with Mark Grey and Lisa Hastings. 1. THE WORLD OF NOW!… - Digital shopping is getting faster and more targeted
 - Digital commerce continuously adapting
 - Shopping within social media - The impact - death of the Highstreet, buy now pay later 2. CONNECTED TV!
 - TV shows using shoppable content - linking viewers to retailers via onscreen prompts
 - Could services like Netflix look to off...
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June 13, 2022 44 mins
#S3E04 Shelf Impactors™ Guest Episode with Simon Dixon - DixonBaxi with Lisa Hastings How to Inspire Optimism and Change Mindsets KEY AREAS OF DISCUSSION: 1. DIXONBAXI STUDIO LIFE The studio and the work beyond it... 2. CREATIVE SAVES THE WORLD Thinking beyond what exists, pushing through the uncomfortable, where you don’t know what the answer is - are the most exciting or rewarding down the line. Do you think Creativity saves...
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