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Hudson Bay Capital
THE ASK
Support Hudson Bay Capital in articulating a refined brand strategy that would clarify its positioning, strengthen stakeholder alignment, and prepare the firm for long-term growth. The ask was to evolve, not erase, an identity rooted in 30 years of market experience, and to unify internal voices behind a shared narrative that could scale with confidence.
THE RESPONSE
We embarked on a strategic brand engagement grounded in research, clarity, and cultural attunement. Through stakeholder interviews, industry analysis, and workshops with the executive team, we uncovered core tensions: a company deeply principled, yet perceived as insular; a team known for its rigour, yet lacking a story that resonated beyond performance.
We crafted a new brand positioning that framed Hudson Bay Capital as a firm finding clarity where others see chaos, moving with purpose through uncertainty. A declaration of its long-term thinking, human-first philosophy, and unshakable approach to navigating complex markets, the brand narrative was paired with key messaging frameworks, a newly articulated set of values, and brand personality traits to guide future communication. We distilled the firm’s intellectual depth and operational excellence into a brand language that was sophisticated, strategic, and quietly confident.
Beyond verbal identity, the scope expanded to include a roadmap for spatial design across Hudson Bay’s offices, ensuring the physical environment would echo the brand’s refreshed ethos. The design team proposed a curated artwork program, architectural direction for key spaces, and visual branding consultations to support the potential evolution of the firm’s logo and brand touchpoints.
IMPACT
Unified brand voice across leadership, investment, and talent functions.
Executive team alignment around a distinct positioning in a crowded financial landscape.
Delivered a comprehensive brand strategy toolkit, including purpose, positioning, values, and tone of voice guidance.
Spatial design roadmap created to guide artwork selection, interior layout, and brand-consistent environments.
Laid the groundwork for future visual identity and web presence refresh.
Elevated Hudson Bay’s reputation among peers, recruits, and institutional partners.
CREDITS
Brand Strategy: Tosin O Hoskins
Verbal Identity: Tosin O Hoskins
Creative Direction: Tosin O Hoskins
Architecture & Interior Design: Architecture + Information
Architecture + Information Team: Tosin O Hoskins, Peter Knutson, Brad Zizmor, Nathan Bluestone
Hudson Bay Capital Team: Sander Gerber, Christopher Papagianis, Juliette Cottrill