NYC
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To me, New York City was iconic long before I moved here (20+ years ago). The city seems to have always existed and is timeless yet is constantly relevant and present. It endures, it perseveres and it shines. NYC stands for something on a global scale - but that 'something' varies wildly depending on who you're talking to. It has 8 million "in-house" ambassadors and literally countless global fanatics. It's the ultimate organic, authentic brand. To be "a new yorker" is a badge of honor, an accusation, an indictment, and a source of pride and / or jealousy - all at the same time. If that's not a great brand, I don't know what is.