Walkers Crisps tackling obesity issue

Be among trailblazing marketing pros at Brandweek this September 23–26 in Phoenix, Arizona. Experience incredible networking, insightful sessions and a boost of inspiration at ADWEEK’s ultimate brand event. Register by May 13 to save 35%.

We’ve always liked Walkers Crisps, the U.K.’s largest potato-chip company. For years they sponsored Leicester City, one of our favorite soccer teams. And they like to name their chips after soccer players. (Salt & Vinegar is “Salt & Lineker,” after Gary Lineker, and Cheese & Onion is “Cheese & Owen” after Michael Owen. They also tried to rename smoky bacon as “smoky Beckham,” but king David wouldn’t hear of it.) This morning we read that Walkers

AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Subscribe today!

To Read the Full Story Become an Adweek+ Subscriber

View Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in