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Design WeekSeptember 22, 2026

The Chase’s co-founder Ben Casey steps back as Squad’s founders take the reins

The transition in leadership at The Chase signifies a strategic move towards succession planning and expansion through collaboration with complementary businesses. This shift highlights the importance of adaptability in brand strategy, particularly for established firms looking to innovate and grow in a competitive landscape.

◎ EmergingstrategyrebrandThe ChaseRoyal Mail

Design Week: Manchester creative consultancy The Chase has new leadership, as it joins forces with two complementary businesses in a move to expand its offer and plan for succession. Set up in 1986 by Casey and the late Lionel Hatch, The Chase has built a reputation for B2B and public sector work with clients including Royal Mail, […]

Intelligence PanelSignal score: 70.5 / 100
Primary Signal
Emerging
Building momentum — trajectory being tracked
Brand Impact
Medium
Impact score: 70/100 — moderate relevance to positioning decisions
Novelty
Moderate
Novelty: 60/100 — iterative development of an existing theme
Action Priority
Soon
Flag for the next strategic review cycle
Scoring Rationale

The leadership transition at The Chase reflects significant strategic shifts in brand management, emphasizing the importance of succession planning and collaboration, which are highly relevant to industry professionals.

70
Impact
weight 35%
60
Novelty
weight 30%
80
Relevance
weight 35%
Brands Mentioned
TThe ChaseRRoyal Mail
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