BRANDIN EU Branding Handbook for SMEs | Page 6

II. INTRODUCTION TO BRANDING II.1. WHAT IS BRANDING? A brand or Branding refers to the perceived image and subsequent emotional response to company. Its products and services. BRAND: Despite the fact that there are many different definitions of the word ‘brand’, they all encompass one main idea: the identification of a product and the differentiation from its competitors. A brand is a more than a logo, a trade name, or a trademark, although such elements are all a part of it. Most importantly, brands refer to reputation, visibility and the ability to attract loyal clients who will further recommend the business.