Can You Match The Logo To The Company?
- by Logan Sawyer
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When companies are incorporated they design a logo. A logo is a way for consumers to identify corporations. People walk through their everyday lives and are constantly exposed to an abundance of logos. Every now and then we take a second to observe these logos.
Seldom do we think about the creativity behind the logos and if they need to be improved. That's because it is often simple logos that are the most effective. Logos can come in many different shapes and sizes. Logo creators will purposefully choose simple logos because simplicity can be powerful and better stand the test of time. Another frequent characteristic of logos is color. Logos with a plentiful amount of color tend to stand out more.
By walking through Times Square, New York City you will be exposed to hundreds and possibly thousands of logos. Corporations plaster logos on their buildings as a way to identify them. How would you distinguish a McDonalds's from a local sushi restaurant without these logos?
During this quiz you will match logos to their corporations. If you are a person who watches many commercials, you will have seen many of these logos. Be sure to like this quiz on Facebook and leave a comment in the comment section. Good luck with the quiz!
Which corporation does this logo belong to?
This app was previously known as “Picaboo”, but was later renamed. Doesn’t the former name accurately describe their logo? Their new name is the name of their original development company, but doesn’t quite match the logo. Logos such as these go to show that it is not always about the creativity or size of the logo, but it is about the company behind the logo. Many big companies have simple logos. The corporation in question has the logo of a ghost.
Which retail store does this logo belong to?
This is one of the simplest logos in terms of design on this list. This corporation is well known in the United States. It is a shame they weren’t able to expand into Canada. After opening up many locations in populated cities, their stores did not grab as many customers as they anticipated. Due to this miscalculation, their Canadian division filed for bankruptcy and all of their Canadian stores were closed. On top of this they accumulated losses of over $2 billion.
Which organization does this logo belong to?
This picture well represents the organization that it is based on. This organization uses many different logos to represent its company. One is used for formal agency events, one is used as a patch for clothing, and also they had a new logo used to signify their 50th anniversary. The logo you have to identify is their most commonly used logo. Once upon a time they had an old logo which was named “worm.” What is the name of this organization?
Can you name this mega-corporation?
The logo displayed belongs to one of the largest fast food restaurants in the world. By serving delicious burgers and from constantly changing their menu they have amassed a valuation of over $3 billion. Their predecessor was first founded in 1953. In 1953, using devices called “Insta-machines” they were able to improve some of their few locations. They also acquired an “Insta-broiler”. These machines proved to be so effective that they made these “Insta-devices” essential in all of their locations. Their parent company is currently Restaurant Brands International.
Name this corporation!
When this corporation was created it was named after its founder. It was opened as being partially a record store. The founder started the business with $150 he had earned from working at a petrol station. The products follow a preppy style which is used by people from all ages. In 2006, a private equity firm, Apax Partners, acquired this company for approximately $1.6 billion. When their signature product line first materialized they followed this up with a wide-scale marketing campaign that included a jumbo billboard in Times Square.
Name this corporation!
This mega-corporation is the leader in electronic retail sales. They sell cell phones, televisions, cameras, computers; you name it! This store is also the location of opening events for new and exciting products. In Canada this company operated under the name “Future Shop.” Soon their United States counterpart opened up multiple shops throughout the Canada. After a period of having both brands, owned by the same parent company, competing in Canada; Future Shop was dissolved. Name this leader in Electronic Retail.
Can you name this brand?
This microblogging company will be easily identifiable by social networking users. This service differs from other social networking platforms because it is flexible in terms of design and supports rich media. It is also more geared towards blogs and supports features with more customization for blog designs. Since 2013 their parent company has been Yahoo! Inc. In 2015 this organization was in the spotlight after they made a number of changes to its reblog mechanisms. The Verge was critical of these changes, but noted that it did give it a cleaner appearance.
Name this corporation!
The parent company of this auto brand has the highest automobile sales worldwide. The name of this company is German for “people’s car.” This translation remains correct as the company has provided cars for people of all demographics. These demographics include upper class individuals and middle class individuals. Recently they have begun creating 100% electric vehicles. E-mobility uses a DC Fast Charger, C-shaped DRLs, and an e-Manager. DC Fast Charging uses charging stations to plug E-mobility vehicles into. Charging is usually complete in about 30-45 minutes.
Name this clothing company.
This is a French clothing company founded in 1993 by a tennis player. The clothing is not entirely tennis clothes, but many of the clothing designs take their inspiration from tennis clothes. Additionally this company sells a variety of other goods including footwear, perfume, leather goods, watches, and eyewear. They have even recently added a new line of bed sheets and towels. The idea for the logo was based off of the founder’s nickname. What is the name of this company?
Can you name this mega-corporation?
This is one of the Big Four banks in the United States. The history of this bank dates back to 1904 when Amadeo Pietro founded it. One of their skyscraper buildings is the tallest building in Georgia and in any U.S. state capital. It is located in between Midtown Atlanta and Downtown Atlanta. In its category it is the second largest in terms of assets. In terms of revenue they are ranked 26th. Name the mega-corporation that uses this logo!
Name this internet-based application.
This mobile, desktop, and internet-based application was bought by Facebook in April 2012 for approximately $1 billion. Initially they were exclusive to IOS, but two years later it was made available to Android users. This takeover was of course celebrated by this corporation’s 13 employees since they all became multi-millionaires after this takeover transaction. The application itself is very popular. In June 2011 they announced they had 5 million users and by April 2017 that number had grown to 700 million users. What is the name of the photo-based application that uses this logo?
Name this mega-corporation!
Compared to other fast food restaurants, this one is much more popular and has the most locations in the world. Across various countries you can find varying menus that are adapted to each country’s culture. Head to India for a Chicken Maharaja Mac or head to Thailand for a Samurai Pork Burger; you can even head to Japan for Shakashiki Red Pepper chicken. The international menu of this mega-corporation is highly diverse. In terms of marketing they have cemented themselves to be known worldwide and this can be credited to their top-notch marketing research teams.
Identify this corporation.
You may recognize this establishment from its logo. The company is the world’s leader in ice cream specialty shop restaurants. The founders behind this company strongly believed that people should be able to sample their ice cream until they finally decided to make a purchase. They have parlors located all over the world. Previously this corporation had been renamed, but it was changed back to their current name in 1962. Nearly 100% of this company is run by franchise owners.
Which corporation does this logo belong to?
Rebranding helps corporations stay culturally relevant and this can boost sales. This corporation’s original logo design was similar to that of a close competitor. Recently they spent lengthy man-hours and heaps of spending on an advertisement commercial which was accepted negatively by much of the public. The commercial’s themes touched on controversial issues, and due to an uproar by concerned customers, they pulled the commercial from the networks. This is not the first time a commercial was removed from broadcast networks. Companies often produce advertisements which send the wrong message.
Name this automobile manufacturer!
If you like affordable luxury vehicles then you’ll love this corporation. You can recognize it by its slogan “the best or nothing.” This slogan is evidently true by the quality of their production. It was first founded in 1926 by Karl Benz and Gottlieb Daimler. By the usage of German Engineering they have made remarkable advances in the automobile industry. On top of having luxury vehicles valued at less than $100,000 MSRP they also have vehicles priced at the high end.
Identify this popular restaurant.
This restaurant is widely known for their pizza but they also serve pasta, flavored chicken wings, side dishes, p’zones, and more. Of the fast food chains located throughout the world this one is ranked #6 in terms of number of locations. In total they have over 15,000 locations throughout the world. Their locations differ in structure. Some locations are family-style dine-in and some are EXPRESS locations. Certain locations have an all-you-can-eat buffet. The restaurant was first founded in 1958 by Dan and Frank Carney.
Name this corporation!
Many dating websites and apps have copied this particular app for its intuitiveness and simplicity. As an app based on social search dating matchups, it features an interface that allows you to use swiping motions for finding matches. This fast and responsive app was one of the first to use the “swiping motion” in a dating app. The app was founded by a small group people. The app now has more features, a wider target audience, and is used in more countries.
Identify this corporation!
The logo in this picture is based on a Japanese multinational corporation headquartered in Minami-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan. Formerly this corporation was one of the leaders in the automobile industry. In 2013 this former automobile manufacturer went through some hardships when they filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This bankruptcy was due to a strengthening of U.S. safety regulations leading to higher costs of production and a lowering of sales. This company no longer sells automobiles in the U.S., but still continues overseas in Japan and South America.
Name this restaurant chain!
Judging by the red sea creature displayed on the top of this logo we can assume this restaurant sells seafood. This particular restaurant is one of the largest chain restaurants in the United States. Often the red sea creature seen at the top of this logo can be placed with different borders and backdrops along with the restaurants title. The version of the logo shown here is the logo the restaurant used from 1995 to 2011 and highly resembles the new one.
Can you identify this logo's corporation?
In this company’s industry they are one of the leaders, and are known for providing premium manufactured products. They have been frequent participants in racing and especially in Formula One. In Formula One they have hosted the highest number of winning drivers. Typically this corporation only produces luxury cars. Their cars can be dangerous in residential zones as their speed potential can be high. Often these cars are not purchased to be driven and can be put on display. What is the name of this corporation?
Can you name this corporation?
This is yet another fast food restaurant on this list. Compared to other major fast food chains, this one has a limited number of locations. They are based in California. Even though they have fewer establishments, they are still popular. Travelers from all over will choose this spot as an attractive destination. In total they have about 313 locations located in California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Texas and Oregon. It is one of the few fast food chains to pay their employees more than the state and federally mandated minimum wages.
Name this corporation!
When running a corporation, management must rely highly on their employees or else the corporation is due for a downfall. This corporation is a great job creator and currently has approximately 273,000 employees. You may be surprised to learn that this corporation was first founded about 135 years ago in 1882. When this parent company first purchased its subsidiary with the same logo, it adopted the logo of the subsidiary and renamed itself under this company’s name. Before their acquisition they were named SBC.
Can you name this corporation?
You may not easily recognize this logo since it was changed 5 years ago. Maybe you weren’t paying attention, but you have likely seen it a few times by now. The corporation in which this logo belongs to went through an extensive redesign in order to compete with new competitors. Since they are in such a competitive industry they have made a number of changes. These changes have shown much improvement in the last five years. What is the name of this company?
Name this broadcasting corporation!
Years after making their debut in 1927, this logo was created for its corporation and has remained since 1951. Creative director Bill Golden designed the logo and was inspired while driving through Pennsylvania Dutch country. This inspiration came after becoming fascinated with hex symbols, resembling the human eyes, drawn on barns to ward off evil spirits. After this idea came to fruition, Bill Golden and Graphics Artist Kurt Weihs designed this iconic logo. The corporation itself has grown vastly over sixty years.
Can you name this corporation?
This Corporation has been providing quality programming since 1926. They now have thirteen owned-and-operated stations in the United States and its territories. Their programming is only available in 480i and 1080i, but they have been recently experimenting in 1080p through one of their affiliates. They have multiple headquarters including the 70-story Comcast Building in New York City. This building is the 14th tallest building in New York City and the 39th tallest in the United States. This logo is displayed on the building’s exterior.
Identify this corporation
This is a multinational company and has headquarters residing in London. As of December 31, 2016, they have had operations in 72 countries worldwide. In Russia they own a 19.75% stake in Rosneft. In 2013, after a huge disaster involving this company, 1.8 million gallons of Corexit oil was dumped into the ocean. It was the largest spill of its nature in US history. As a result, the company was required to pay more than $4,500,000,000 in fines and penalties.
Name this classic corporation!
This company and brand has been owned by several different parent companies since its creation. Some of their earliest products includes Pong and Doom. More recently they created products such as Roller Coaster Tycoon World, N+, Rollercoaster Tycoon 2, and Alone in the Dark. Without this company, the video game industry would not be the same today. They made advances that were unprecedented and continue to be relevant today. This company may possibly be releasing a new gaming console within the near future.
Name the corporation this logo belongs to!
After first being founded in 1897 as Pacific Coast Oil Company, this corporation has remained as one of the leaders in multinational energy. It was ranked third in the Fortune 500 list for the US and sixteenth on the Fortune Global 500. Their locations can also go by the name “Standard.” This company employs approximately 62,000 people with 31,000 being employed in the United States. In 2015 they had a major cut back which led to the termination of about 7,000 jobs.
Name this corporation!
Currently this mega-corporation is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. As a conglomerate they are massive in size and have approximately $362 billion in assets. In 1892 this corporation was founded by Thomas Edison, Charles A. Coffin, Elihu Thomson, and Edwin J. Houston. Thomas Edison was a famous inventor who invented mass communication, phonograph, durable light bulb (40 hours), carbon microphone, and stock ticker. Thomas Edison’s inventions were contributing factors to a number of different rapidly growing industries. Name this mega-corporation.
Which corporation uses this logo?
The origin of this corporation is Japanese. They design athletic equipment and sportswear for golf, tennis, baseball, volleyball, football, running, rugby, skiing, cycling, judo, table tennis, badminton, boxing, and athletics. Many professional sport athletes use their equipment. They are a bit pricier then low-end goods. Tiger Woods used gloves from this company until 1996 when he switched to Titleist gloves. Their first American factory was established in Los Angeles during 1961. What is the name of this corporation which specializes in athletic equipment and sportswear?
Name this corporation!
For over 47 years this corporation has been making quality food for its customers. Of course their customer base has expanded but their principles still remain. This restaurant chain is well-known for releasing “fresh never frozen” beef patties. Their delicious patties are square. Recently their signature recipe has been altered as part of their new Dave’s Hot ‘N Juicy line. This new product line is named after the corporation’s founder, Dave Thomas. There was a period when Dave was a regional director at Kentucky Fried Chicken. Dave passed away in 2002.
Which corporation does this logo belong to?
This online media publishing company owns a variety of widely popular websites on the internet. In addition to operating websites they are also involved in YouTube Channels and Social Media Platforms. Currently they own brands such as ScreenRant, CBR, TheTalko, TheSportster, BabyGaga, LittleAngel, TheGamer, TheClever, and TheThings. Since their launch they have expanded at a rapid pace and have become leaders of the online publishing world. Spread across their websites, this corporation has over 1 billion page views per month and over 540 million YouTube views per month.
Can you name this corporation?
This restaurant follows a Western/Texan theme. After extensive growth it has become one of the top dining restaurants in the USA. Their parent company is Darden Restaurants Incorporated. Darden Restaurants incorporated owns five restaurants including: Olive Garden, Bahama Breeze, Seasons 52, Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, The Capital Grille, Yard House, and Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen. Interestingly enough this establishment was a restaurant and saloon when it opened. It was a former antique store, then an adult entertainment business. Which restaurant uses this logo?
Name this organization!
Surely you’ll be able to answer this giveaway. This logo was designed in 1912 by Baron Pierre de Coubertin. In total there a five interlocking rings, colored, black, yellow, blue, green, and red. The designer intended for the symbols to represent the five continents. These continents include Africa, Asia, America, Australia, and Europe. The simplicity of this logo shows it’s not always about the creativity of the logo, but the popularity of the entity behind the logo which makes it recognizable.