global black economic forum

an inclusive economy creator

project information

Today, vulnerable populations continue to experience relentless disparities in the most meaningful measures of economic well-being, including equal wages, job benefits, and career growth opportunities.

GLOBAL BLACK ECONOMIC FORUM elevates and advocates for Black and marginalized communities worldwide through thought leadership, international summits, workplace training, leadership development, and policy advocacy. Their mission: to come together to usher in a dynamic and equitable future for all.

When it comes to economic justice, there is no room for uncertainty. Our power lives in our boldness. The logo mark represents the explosive nature of GBEF's mission and is as flexible as the brand needs it to be. The mark symbolizes a sudden burst of light that happens when we call for help or bring attention to something we cannot ignore. This burst also reflects gradual expansion — of ideas, of perspectives, of action.

The Helvetica typeface is democratic and utilitarian, while the tight leading and kerning denote unity, urgency, and impact. Paired with the hyper-focused color palette of piercing yellow and active black, the brand identity highlights the immediate issues at hand and a new path forward.

services

Art direction
Brand identity
Brand guidelines
Design system
Digital
Web design

recognition

Fast Company’s Innovation by Design Award 2023 for Best Branding (Honorable mention)

credits

Brand strategy:

Project management:

Dear Future

Creative direction:

Guy Featherstone

Motion:

3D:

STHLM Ripper

Fonts:

Helvetica by Monotype

Victor Serif by Kometa

Global Black Economic Forum_Bright yellow event wristbands with the name of the brand, arranged in a shape of the logoGlobal Black Economic Forum_Event ID lanyards
Global Black Economic Forum_Three people including United States Vice President Kamala Harris and GBEF CEO Alphonso David at GBEF eventGlobal Black Economic Forum_United States Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen speaking  at GBEF event
Global Black Economic Forum_Two panelists on a stage at a GBEF event
Global Black Economic Forum_Two people performing at a GBEF event
Global Black Economic Forum_Typographic poster on NYC subway that says "Global Black Economic Forum, an inclusive economy creator"
Global Black Economic Forum_Instagram profile showing different brand mark configurations
Global Black Economic Forum_LinkedIn profile pageGlobal Black Economic Forum_Branded stationery against a bright yellow background
Global Black Economic Forum_Branded notebook and a tote bagGlobal Black Economic Forum_Branded lightboxGlobal Black Economic Forum_Branded flag against bright sky

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