The document summarizes the roles of marketing and brands in business. Marketing's role is to increase sales, build trust with customers, understand the market to identify future directions, and give a real view of the market and business. A brand's role is to gain recognition for a business, provide motivation and direction for staff, generate referrals, provide legal protection for unique product features, represent a promise to customers, create clarity and focus for a business, and help connect with customers emotionally. A strong brand becomes an invaluable asset that provides business value once established.