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here's no place like home. Home is where the heart is. A house is not a home.
OCTOBER 2017 PUBLISHER
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There's a reason idioms abound when it comes to the place we call home. It's not just where we lay our heads at night, it's where we lay our hearts. It's the place we go when we seek comfort or relaxation, where we cook our meals and bring our friends, where we raise our children and make our lives.
George Zorrilla | George.Zorrilla@LifestylePubs.com
That's why the matters of the home are so important. It's not about keeping up with the Joneses; it's about keeping up with yourself. Your home should be a true reflection of you.
Valery Huffenus of Design Den Interiors,
We've gathered inspiration to help make your dream home a reality in this issue. From small design elements like wallpaper to drool-worthy condos, you'll find all the inspiration you need to turn your house into a home.
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Good Times
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Around Town
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Open House
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Renovate & Refine
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Travel Destination
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Trend Setter
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Lifestyle Calendar
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Realty Report
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Parting Thoughts
14 Bringing the Indoors Out
A Perfect Patio From Salins Group
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The Many Shapes and Sizes of Charlotte’s Luxury Abodes
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Around Town
AROUND TOWN
OPERA CAROLINA’S 69TH SEASON Opera Carolina returns with a season of deceit, disguise and drama. The Grand Opera productions begin in November with Cyrano, David DiChiera’s reimagining of the tragicomic French masterpiece. Second in the series is a co-production with Opera Grand Rapids and Toledo Opera of Verdi’s tragic opera Rigoletto in February. Concluding the Grand Opera season is The Marriage of Figaro, Mozart’s
bawdy
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of a tumultuous trip to the altar, in April. Opera Carolina
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Cyrano de Bergerac Courtesy John Grigaitis, Michigan Opera Theater
Belk” and continues to expand into the community with the popular “Opera Unlimited” series with performances in area churches, breweries and throughout the community. Opera Carolina also reprises its fifth annual Art • Poetry • Music celebration with opera, visual art and the spoken word for three different cultures, beginning with the Asian-American community this month at the Halton Theater.
KIT REUTHER: CASUAL GEOMETRY Nashville-based and self-taught painter and sculptor Kit Reuther recently unveiled a new series at South End's Hodges Taylor in collaboration with David Lusk Gallery. Over the course of his career, Reuther's work has evolved from realism to complete abstractionism. Her playful take on the confines of geometry stems from her intuition, rather than any particular rubric or subject matter. As Reuther states, “I try to avoid making art with an intended outcome or message for the viewer. My only real intention is to make work that pushes and challenges me and feels slightly odd and fresh to my eyes.” 12
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The result is casual elegance that's both approachable and indefinable. The exhibition will be on view through October 27, 2017.
IN FOCUS: CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHY IN MEXICO The unprecedented In Focus/Enfoque will bring together six cultural institutions across Charlotte: The Mint Museum, The Light Factory, McColl Center for Art + Innovation, Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, LaCa (Latin American Contemporary Art) Projects and SOCO Gallery. The exhibition of contemporary Mexican photography, which began in late summer, will continue through spring 2018. Inspired by the highly successful Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA, this unique collaboration features more than 50 artists from Mexico and the United States exploring diverse topics and themes, including design, gender, activism, identity, globalism, and borders. In Focus/ Enfoque will showcase a wide variety of contemporary art in dialogue with the Queen City. For more information, visit CharlotteCultureGuide.com/InFocus.
THE RELATIVES ANNUAL BREAKFAST On October 17th, The Relatives will be holding its annual Breakfast with The Relatives event to share their inspiring story with leaders in the Charlotte community. The Relatives began in Charlotte, North Carolina in 1974 as a safe haven for youth who were either homeless or had run away from home and had thus been exposed to exploitation and the dangers of street life. They serve the most vulnerable youth and young adults in Charlotte—young people who are not just homeless or in crisis, but many who have aged out of public systems such as foster care, juvenile justice, and children’s mental health systems. The Relatives aims to empower these young adults to become self-advocates and find viable, long-term paths to success through a coordinated continuum of services that serves nearly 6,000 youth, young adults, and families every year. For the chance to attend this annual breakfast event with Publisher George Zorrilla, contact him at George.Zorrilla@LifestylePubs.com. October 2017 | South Charlotte Lifestyle
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Open House
Bringing the Indoors Out A PERFECT PATIO FROM SALINS GROUP
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or decades designers have heralded the merits of “bringing the outdoors in.” Splashy wallpapers decked in tropical
leaves, botanical prints, verdant green fabrics and paints and accents—trends pulled from the outdoors have been tacked on inspiration boards for years. But as of late, there’s been an awakening, a much more sensical approach to enjoying the outdoors: rather than bring the outdoors in, why not bring the indoors out?
Luxury living spaces have found sure footing in the 21st centu-
ry’s patios, porches and decks. Fireplaces, fancy fixtures and even full-sized kitchens are no longer solely the territory of rooms that include four walls and a roof. And in Charlotte, where we can spend just about 365 days a year enjoying the South’s seasons, our outdoor living spaces are quickly becoming our favorite rooms. As with all things home, not all patios and porches are created equal. We asked local luxury reno experts Salins Group to share their favorite outdoor living space and all the perks that make it perfect. At 1400 square feet and two stories and designed with architect Craig Cox at Cox Architecture & Design, PLLC, these pretty porches bring luxury outdoors—where it belongs. Salins.Gvegasonline.com | CoxArchitecture.com
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LOWER LEVEL
• A timeless masonry fire pit offers a fiery finale for every outdoor gathering. • Bluestone slab stepping stones are pretty and practical. • The covered lower-level porch includes a complete kitchen and grilling area that upgrades every BBQ. • In-ceiling radiant heat makes the porches pleasant on the chilliest nights. • Masonry and stucco interior and exterior walls provide a classic aesthetic. • The large table can seat a cool dozen for dinner parties of all sizes. UPPER LEVEL
• A wide, full masonry wood-burning fireplace with built-in firewood storage, raised hearth and precast surround is both cozy and posh. • A sleek, modern cable railing system at the perimeter keeps kids safe. • The entertaining space expands upstairs with lots of comfy seating.
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KEEP YOUR ROO O T FA KS TI C I TS TR &
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here may be many things that make a
GO THROUGH THE ROOF
house a home, but top of that list? A roof.
It’s time—your roof needs replacing. Here’s
It’s not exactly glamorous, and it’s usually
what the experts at Long Roofing do to make
overlooked in those hit renovation shows, but
sure your roof lasts a lifetime.
your roof is the most integral element of your
1. Remove the old roof down to the decking,
home. That’s why we’ve rounded up these
at which point they replace any rotten or
tips and tricks from the regional experts at Long Roofing so you can know the ins and outs of your roof and keep your home homey.
bad wood. 2. Install aluminum drip edge around entire perimeter of roof. 3. Install WinterGuard barrier on eaves,
EYE TO THE SKIES
valleys and around chimneys. This is a
Most roofs need to be replaced every 20 years
waterproof barrier for extra protection
or so. Here’s what to look for when you think it might be time to raise (and replace) the roof:
where water is wont to penetrate. 4. Install a synthetic underlayment that is
1. Leaks in your home, usually identifiable
water and tear-resistant but breathable.
by brown spots on your ceiling or walls.
This is used instead of typical, old-fash-
2. Shingles popping up or visible cracks in the shingles. 3. Excessive black streaks on the shingles. 4. Shingles that are curling. 5. Fiberglass showing (your shingles will look shiny around the edges).
ioned felt or “tar” paper. 5. Place down the CertainTeed Shingle (see the “50 Nifty Years sidebar for details on why this is so important!). 6. Replace all chimney flashings and step flashings where possible.
6. Excessive granules on the ground.
7. Replace all boots on pipe collars.
7. Moss or algae growing on the roof.
8. Ensure proper ventilation intake and outtake
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to keep temperatures down in the attic. 9. Step back and enjoy.
50 NIFTY YEARS Long Roofing, backed by 77 years of experience, uses unique technology to guarantee your new roof for 50 years. That astounding promise is because of their partnership with CertainTeed as Shingle Master Select. Only 1% of roofers in the nation are awarded this accreditation, and every supervisor and crew member at Long is certified from CertainTeed as a Shingle Master. Because Long Roofing utilizes the CertainTeed Integrity Roof System,
Before
everything is CertainTeed Brand, ensuring there are no voided warranties. “We sit down with the homeowners, talk to them about their likes and dislikes and really what they want in a new roof,” says Pete Baldus, Sales Manager, who points out that every customer understands their options and has the final say, even as Long Roofing acts as a knowledgeable guide. “We consult with them on their options and how we do a roof so they know everything that we do and what to expect. Everything that we do is intended to make this an easy process for the homeowner and to offer peace of mind for years to come. Peace of mind with the warranty, workmanship and professionalism of a roof consultant, and we are there every step of the
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way.” That's why over 3,500 families choose Long Roofing for their new roof every year.
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WELCOME HOME The Many Shapes and Sizes of Charlotte's Luxury Abodes
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Southern city, and neither is her
real estate. Luxury homes in the Queen City aren’t just the staid colonials of yore (although those are certainly still around and as classically grand as ever), they’re modernized and personalized houses that truly redefine the meaning of “home.” Whether they stand in tradition or solidly in modernity, a high-rise or a sprawling acreage, the neighborhoods of Charlotte offer comfortable extravagance in all shapes and sizes.
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WELCOME HOME (CON TI N U ED)
TRADITIONAL IN SOUTH CHARLOTTE The older neighborhoods of Charlotte are rife with historic homes and genteel living, and the Greenwood Estate is the apex of such properties.Steeped with Southern architectural
history,
the
home
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crafted with reclaimed millwork from the Charleston area and built to stand the test of time (and trends). The gated property offers 20 acres of low country elegance right here in South Charlotte with unrivaled enhancements, including a quaint guest cabin and English garden-style pool with cabana house. It’s centrally located ( just minutes from the Arboretum), but in the midst of all that acreage, the home feels as private as a true estate.
MODERN IN WAXHAW We love historic charm, but there’s a lot to be said for “new,” too. For the homeowner who wants to stay rooted firmly in the 21st century, Charlotte’s southern neighbors boast lots of fresh properties. Built in 2014 inside the gated Longview Country Club, this home offers sleek, state-of-the-art luxury in a shiny, new package. That means classic design elements like Carrera marble countertops and hardwoods paired with modern amenities like a Mr. Steam shower, Miracle massage tub, Sonos audio, and Jenn-Air Pro appliances.
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ORNATE IN MYERS PARK Historically, luxury was reserved for the elite, like grand castles decked in artful fineries and bursting with timeless antiques. But this kind of design isn’t just a thing of the past—take this home in Myers Park as an example. From delicately carved doorknobs to dozens of stained glass panes, this house is an actual piece of art. Two large travertine terraces and multiple entertaining spaces make this unique home an entertainer’s—or Anglophile’s—dream.
PENTHOUSE AT 230 S. TRYON Even our classic Southern hometown harbors big-city luxury. Uptown’s bustling streets are known for their banking businesses, but here you’ll also find extravagant condos and one very special two-story penthouse. This personalized property is sparklingly modern, but with curated textures and features, it certainly isn’t sparse. Four fireplaces, four balconies, and smart home technology make this an unprecedented property.
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Travel Destination
Souvenir Showdown BRING YOUR VACATION HOME
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ARTICLE RONI FISHKIN
hotos and journals are wonderful ways to keep a recent vacation alive in our minds, but nothing is better than bringing a piece of
your globetrotting adventures home with you so that you can relive the wonder everyday. Home is where the heart is, and it should also pay homage to the other places where you left a piece of your heart. In many cases it doesn't mean leaving your whole wallet behind, either! Here are 10 tips to incorporate your next journey into your home (no regrets included). 1. Do a little homework before you go. Know what the region is famous for and what the general value is so you aren't overwhelmed with research on the spot. 2. Don’t be swayed by quantity. Just because every shop sells Bohemian crystal in Prague or Murano glass in Italy, if it’s not your style, don't buy it. Tourists are often caught up in the moment. Be discriminating. 3. Don’t get caught in tourist traps. Often the best deals are found in out-of-the-way locations. Rely on local recommendations to find those bargains, and don't be afraid to haggle in regions where it is an acceptable practice (again, that research is key!). 4. Buy local. If an item says it is made in Singapore, but that’s not where you are, don’t bother with it. 5. Don’t pass up the local markets. There are usually great gifts for kids and friends in those shadowy aisles, plus they make for awesome people-watching and delicacy-tasting with local flare. 6. Consider shipping your new possessions home instead of trav-
eling with them. Obviously this depends on your budget and the size of your luggage, but lugging around your first-day purchase for the rest of your vacation gets old fast. 7. Unless you’re buying gifts for your entire book club, consider purchasing one good piece instead of a handful of less-expensive ones.
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8. Use your imagination! Even if your home decor style isn’t Asian,
those souvenirs!) at our Signature Experienc-
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9. Consider herbs and spices that are reminiscent of the cuisine
tatives of major luxury ocean and river cruise
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when you return to your own kitchen.
and choose from hundreds of special vacation
10. Trust your instincts—after all, you chose that fabulous vacation. We’re pretty sure you can choose a fitting souvenir. Roni Fishkin is the Marketing Director of Mann Travels which, with local ownership in Charlotte, has been serving travelers with personalized service for more than 35 years. (800) 343-6266 22
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Trend Setter
Not Your Grandmother’s Wallpaper ARTICLE VALERY HUFFENUS, DECORATING DEN INTERIORS
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allpaper and wallcoverings are making a comeback
that is completely removable, guaranteed. Called Inspired by
in home and office interiors. Despite wallpaper’s
Color, each sample book focuses on a single color, making for
grandmotherly leanings, designers are using these old-fash-
a wide variety of designs that will coordinate well with your
ioned accents in new ways to add drama, energy, texture,
choice color. These are environmentally friendly, non-vinyl
shine, nature or other sophisticated touches to any room.
wallpapers with new removability technology that are breath-
Today’s modern wallpaper designs come in a rainbow of striking patterns, textures and looks, like fabric, wood, brick,
washable. That’s even easier than painting!
natural stone, cement or metal. Thanks to digital printing,
As a child, were you ever told not to touch the walls?
wallpaper designers are able to stretch their creative visions,
New wallpapers encourage you to break the rules and
incorporating images of ancient art, contemporary crafts, his-
touch to your heart’s content. Grasscloth was popular in
torical events, favorite places or other inspirations into their
the 70s, but today’s versions have a more refined look
designs and your room décor in unique ways.
and may even have fine metallic threads woven into their
With these bold designs, wallcoverings aren’t just a back-
thick fabric. Available in a variety of colors and textures,
drop, but an integral part of the design scheme itself. Every
grasscloth can be incorporated into just about any design
wall is a blank canvas, and wallpaper can turn that entire
concept. There’s even the option of creating your own pat-
canvas into a work of art. Incorporating some unexpected
terns and designs by simply cutting it into the shape and
textures and bold patterns into your room via wallpaper adds
size you envision. Grasscloth is also eco-friendly since it’s
a creative spark and creates a more dynamic space, giving
produced from natural elements.
your room a layered look that draws the eye around.
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able to prevent moisture from being trapped, plus they’re
Other textured wallpapers include recycled wood, glass
There are so many new ways to try wallpaper in the 21st
and sand, and embellishments with embroidery, crystals,
century home. A popular trick among designers is to create
metallics and even hammered metal discs. Also fun to the
a single accent wall using wallpaper. A large-scale wallpaper
touch are the shimmering wallpapers made with specialty
design will be more like an exclamation than an accent. If you
inks that create luminous shades of copper, bronze, silver,
want even more bang for your buck, incorporate a vivid wall-
platinum, gold and brass. Tactile and visually rich, these
paper into your powder room; in that small space wallpaper
accents add texture without distraction, glamour without glitz.
will have a big impact. When used on the ceiling with crown
Today’s flocks are another wallpaper grandma won’t recog-
molding, it can add great architectural detail. Lining the back
nize. While it was a luxury product at the turn of the century,
of bookshelves is another decorative use for wallpaper that
flock descended into a cliché by the late 1970s, when most
makes a storage space seem special.
were made of brittle viscose rayon. Now flock designs made
Many of us have chilling memories of hours spent meticu-
of velvety-soft, fade-resistant nylon incorporate a wide variety
lously tearing off old wallpaper, prompting us to worry about
of materials that are flocked—or stitched—onto the surface,
the hours of labor if we grow tired of our new look; but fear
making for walls that provide dimensional interest.
not—today’s wallpapers are so much easier to handle. There
Whether you call them wallpapers or wallcoverings, you’ll find
are even temporary wallpapers that you can pull off and wipe
a fantastic range of materials, the opportunity to reflect your per-
clean with a damp sponge. York Wallcoverings, for example,
sonality and interests, and numerous ways to make your space
has an entire collection of pre-pasted Sure Strip Wallpaper
special and meaningful with today’s modern options.
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THE KNIGHT THEATER AT LEVINE CENTER FOR THE ARTS The Knight Theater hosts the tale of two crooners for one night, featuring projection photos, original film footage, and a full live band performing all the hits like "Mrs. Robinson" and' "Bridge Over Troubled Water."
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Finding Neverland tells the tale behind the beloved play Peter Pan and how J.M. Barrie found inspiration in the imaginations of four young brothers.
OCTOBER 5 - 7 ALMOST BROADWAY DUKE ENERGY THEATER AT SPIRIT SQUARE Gina Robinson is creating her own opportunity as she stars in her new musical production and revisits her musical journey to discover the origins of her love for Broadway.
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OCTOBER 5 - 7 THE 13TH ANNUAL BLUES & JAZZ FESTIVAL CENTER FOR THE ARTS, ROCK HILL Old Town Rock Hill becomes a musical enclave during this festival with live music at venues and restaurants across the town. CONTINUED >
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Realty Report
South Charlotte Realty Report NEIGHBORHOOD
LIST PRICE
SOLD PRICE
%SOLD/LIST
*DOM
BDRMS
BATHS
SouthPark
$5,500,000
$4,500,000
82%
88
6
9
Foxcroft
$2,800,000
$3,043,725
108%
53
5
8
Foxcroft
$1,195,000
$1,100,000
92%
65
5
5
Cotswold
$1,100,000
$1,054,000
96%
0
5
5
Foxcroft
$1,035,000
$998,000
96%
309
5
5
Conservatory
$895,000
$855,000
96%
136
5
6
Foxcroft
$835,000
$830,000
99%
6
4
4
Old Foxcroft
$819,900
$825,000
101%
1
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THE SILO ISSUE HOW SALES, MARKETING AND DIGITAL DYSFUNCTION ARE DRAGGING YOU DOWN ARTICLE NANCY IRWIN & BERNARD LEE etting sales and marketing to talk to each other may feel
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2. Team incentives may motivate some team members to exploit
like torture, but it has never been more critical—especially
and damage the brand in order to boost short-term sales.
for the more than 5 million mid-market industrial and B2B com-
3. Sales teams are product-focused more than value-focused.
panies in the U.S.
Not listed, but in the mix: Inconsistent customer experience
The digital age and a host of technology developments have
across divisions and functions.
exposed four major flaws in traditional B2B marketing practices: • Lack of coordination between brand, sales/marketing
But with the right market data, the marketing function is
and digital activities.
uniquely positioned to lead the charge for integration to bet-
• Dedication to sales at the expense of marketing.
ter serve the customer. Forbes pointed out why marketing is
• The slowness of firms to focus their online voice.
primed for a leadership role in integration:
• Failure to recognize that the internet has changed the
1. Marketing brings an outside point of view.
sales dynamic.
2. Marketing can articulate the unique truth of the company and what differentiates it.
B2B companies are struggling to leverage the internet to sell
3. Marketing can communicate the product and value—why
and grow. They haven’t yet recognized that branding and digital
products are relevant, identifying segments in the market.
communications have roles supporting their "relationship" style of selling. They have not crisply defined their unique promise of value and are product-driven instead. Three core marketing functions—brand, sales/marketing and digital communications—don’t work together to build
To overcome the silo issue, the report concludes by offering best practices for CMO’s: 1. Replace competition and isolation with communication and cooperation.
equity, share of mind, customer loyalty, or sales for B2B
2. Consolidate when necessary.
enterprises. Sometimes, the functions don’t like or talk to
3. Force integration. Set up companywide
each other and in many firms, "sales and marketing" actually just means "sales."
integrated processes.
The internet has made company "walls" ever more trans-
There are practical steps to force different thinking and
parent; there are few secrets. Your customers actually know all
action. First, use research and market data strategically; know
about you—your product benefits and even your prices—before
the customer better than anyone else. Second, stop planning
you ever hit their door. So what are you actually selling?
functionally and start planning via a "customer experience can-
When a company’s brand, its sales force, and its digital
vass." What does the customer need to feel, see and hear? How
activity aren’t in lockstep, customers notice. At best, customers
do we "behave the brand?" Who is responsible for delivering
scratch their heads at this lack of coordination; at worst, and
that? What are the methods for delivery?
more commonly, firms are losing credibility, customer satisfac-
In short, turn the silos sideways. Within this framework,
tion and opportunity because they can’t get their act together.
suddenly a lot more people see and fulfill their responsibility to
A Forbes Insights article noted that the prevalence of mar-
delight the customer/
keting silos means:
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1. Each silo may have its own brand vision, creating a dis-
Nancy Irwin is the Co-Founder of VOCCII, Voccii.com. Bernard Lee
jointed experience and message for the customer.
is the President of I-ntellect, I-ntellect.com.
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