Brand Partnerships

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Celebrity Endorsements Drive UK Sports Fashion Partnerships Despite Shifting Trends

In 2023, Nike's collaboration with grime artist Skepta for a limited-edition sneaker sold out in minutes, generating £5 million in sales within 24 hours, according to Company Earnings Call .

Yasmin El-Sayed·August 7, 2026

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Operators vs. Personalities: The Five Shifts Defining the Creator Economy in 2026

The creator economy in 2026 is defined by a strategic split between 'operators' who build direct businesses and 'personalities' who rent attention from platforms. This evolution sees creators professionalizing into business operators and media owners, shifting brand marketing focus from reach to community, credibility, and craft.

Eleanor Voss·March 31, 2026