These models take different perspectives on the branding process; respectively, relationship management, communications, and strategic planning. None of these models have been widely cited, adopted, or adapted, and most are relatively new. Whilst such models are extremely useful in identifying the different perspectives it is possible to take on place branding, and are an important basis for further research and practice, none are holistic as they are limited to the context of the perspectives that they reflect. The aim of this article is, then, to propose a strategic place brand- management (SPBM) model. This model is intended to act both as a framework for contextualising various streams of research in place branding, and to inform and support place marketing and brand managers.The article commences with a review of the place branding concept, and an overview of existing place branding models. Next, the proposed brand-management model is offered and described. The following section argues the case for the inclusion of each of the components in the place brand-management model, drawing on the earlier models and other relevant literature. Conclusions and recommendations are offered to inform further research and practice in the area of strategic brand management.