In his perceptive and persuasive rendering of the nature of consumer society and its obsession with fame and celebrity, McCracken (2005) states that “the celebrity world is one of the most potent
This paper considers the ethical purchasing of what is described as conscious consumers. Conscious consumers remain a work in progress, and present a complex mix of behaviours; while seeking ethical
This paper reports the initial finding on examination of the effect of ‘ethical brand’on company’s reputation, which in turn may influence a brand loyalty among industrial buyers that use
Drawing on the nascent literature on corporate brands, the economic theory of the resourced-based view of the firm and the extensive literature on the British Monarchy, this article examines the
In the absence of sound business ethics practices in South Africa, consumers perceptions and expectations of businesses ethical behaviour will be vital determinants of market share and sustainable