If you work in marketing in 2014, you are no doubt trying to answer a number of impossible questions.

In the 1930s, presenting a woman with a diamond engagement ring when proposing was not the social norm it is nowadays and the Depression had made matters even worse for De Beers, the brand which controlled 60% of rough diamond output.

Many of us are familiar with the work of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines, which along with the help of high profile supporters like Princess Diana helped the international community reach the successful Mine Ban Treaty in 1997.

This week, he takes a look at Pepsi and their innovative vending machines which accept football skills as payment.

On 15 May we were delighted to honour Dianne with a lifetime achievement award for her services to business and leadership.

Burning fires gave us the means to cook our food, heat our homes, transport our goods and provided us with light and entertainment.