Polly Hammond

As the Founder and CEO of 5forests, Polly Hammond bridges the gap between strategy and execution in the wine industry, driving innovation through digital marketing solutions. She spends her days not only consulting, writing, and speaking about impactful trends but also rolling up her sleeves to implement effective digital marketing solutions for 5forests' clients.

5forests Expands to Bordeaux, Strengthening Global Impact in Wine Marketing

Bridging the gap between French and American wine markets through innovative digital marketing strategies. BORDEAUX, France, July 1, 2024 — 5forests, the award-winning marketing agency renowned for its expertise in the wine, beer, and spirits industries, proudly announces the opening of its new office in Bordeaux’s prestigious Golden Triangle. This strategic expansion underscores 5forests’ commitment…

Practicing what we preach with Ecologi

Sustainability is one of our core values and our blood is too hot to just sit and watch the world rapidly immerse into apocalyptic scenarios. And this is not for dramatic effect or exaggeration. You can (and should!) read more about it on the The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reports. For starters, 5forests…

Making an Impact with Positive Luxury

Now, say you are a lucky lady or gent, sipping luxurious champagne at your favourite Michelin-starred restaurant, pondering (as you do) the vine to table impact of said producer’s practices. Thanks to Positive Luxury and their Butterfly Mark, you can find out more at max convenience! In our ongoing effort to prioritize planet-mindedness, 5forests is…

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5forests earns 100/100 score for accessibility!

What a wonderful update to wake to today. The 5forests team has worked extensively to make accessibility a pillar of our work, which often has meant collaborating with partnering tech to improve their products. Today, that paid off on our own site with a 100/100 score for accessible practices. Read more about why we all…

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5forests Launches New Free Wine Marketing Resources on YouTube

5forests is excited to launch a groundbreaking new YouTube series, Headtraining, bringing expert free wine marketing resources just in time for the 2023 holiday sales season. “Marketers are now expected to understand everything from social media and email marketing, to SEO and e-commerce,” says Polly Hammond, founder of 5forests. “But there’s nothing out there to…

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Wine Product Photography: Beyond Pack Shots to Beauty Shots

Navigating the world of wine product photography is essential for amplifying your brand’s narrative and connection with your audience. As the founder of 5forests, I’m here to escort you through the intricacies of creating images that transcend the basic pack shot. Together, we’ll explore strategies for producing beauty shots that do more than just showcase…

How to Sell More with Better Winery Photography

Welcome to Headtraining’s deep dive into Lifestyle Photography for Wine Brands! In this episode, we’re uncovering how to transform your digital marketing strategy with the art of lifestyle photography, including: Be sure to also catch “Beyond the Pack Shot” for more advice on perfecting your winery photography. Download the 5forests Ultimate Shotlist

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Dan Petroski on Reinventing Wine Marketing Strategy

In the latest episode of Uncorked, Polly Hammond sits down with Dan Petroski, founder and winemaker at Massican. Known for his forward-thinking approach, Dan shared insights on how he challenges conventional wine marketing, the influence of social media, and the importance of adapting to change in the wine industry. From Tradition to Innovation in Wine…

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Sustainable Winery Websites: Good for Business, Better for Earth

Journey with us in this episode as we explore the greener side of the web! Your winery website may be silently contributing to the escalating climate crisis, but there’s hope on the horizon – Sustainable Web Design. Today, we delve into how adopting eco-friendly web practices not only curtails your digital carbon footprint but also…

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Wine Packaging Trends from Luxe Pack Monaco

Are you ready to unlock the role of wine packaging as a pivotal part of your marketing strategy? Dive into this recap of Luxe Pack Monaco 2023, where the fusion of luxury packaging and marketing unfolds. In this video, we delve into how color, aesthetics, and sustainability in packaging are not just about appeal, but…

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Wine Marketing Secrets: Learn from an Expert

Are you a winery owner or marketer who wants to learn the digital marketing secrets that will help you grow your business? Then you need to tune in to “Headtraining,” the weekly series hosted by Polly Hammond, founder of 5forests and digital marketing expert for the wine industry.

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Wine Marketing with Cindy Gallop: Inclusivity & Ageism

What can wine brands learn from the sex industry? A helluva lot if Cindy Gallop is the one giving the advice. In a time when alcohol brands are facing increasing calls for moderation and abstinence, we sit down with Cindy to explore how a platform like Make Love Not Porn is actively fighting to establish…