Why Gymshark has handed over creative control of the brand to an influencer
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After years working with a bodybuilding influencer with 3 million Instagram followers, the DTC fitness brand has handed him creative control.
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Gymshark - Recent News & Activity
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Instagram grants advertisers greater control over influencer
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Gymshark names bodybuilder David Laid as Creative Director of Lifting
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Gymshark The Drum
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