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🚨 🗓️ Calendar alert! There’s just three weeks until the second Corporate Affairs Summit, a one-day event for senior in-house communicators held at the London Stock Exchange on 24 October. What’s on the agenda? 🧠 New research into potential reputational issues around generative AI that you might not yet have thought about. 🗞️ How one company disintermediated traditional media and successfully utilised owned-media channels. ↪️ The role of comms in a turnaround situation. ⚖️ The challenge of balancing risk versus reputation. 🐺 Why you shouldn’t fear activist investors: practical advice. 📈 The power of corporate affairs. 🏥 How the NHS is working to improve diversity in comms. ⭐ Why purpose is as relevant as ever. It’s a jam packed day, but delegates last year also appreciated the opportunity to share their experiences. As I’ve always said, everybody has the same challenges: it’s just some are further along in tackling them. Getting validation that you’re on the right path is empowering. Plus there’s lots of time for networking. ☕ 🍷 🍻 If you work in-house and would like to attend - even for just part of the day, then please email [email protected]. With thanks to our sponsors Given, Headland, Message House, Sodali & Co and UNICEPTA UK for making this possible.

Anyone heading to the CorpComms Magazine Corporate Affairs Summit later this month..? We'll be there and it looks like it's shaping up to be a thought-provoking day. Comment below 👇 if you fancy grabbing a coffee with one of us on the day! #corporateaffairs #corporatecomms #internalcommunications #corporatecommunications #communications #conference

10 DAYS TO GO! I’ll be sharing the stage with fellow D&A members Cynthia Dearin GAICD, Andrew Sharpe, Marcus Robb and Phil Walsh 🌏, and the BDO duo Elina McKerrell and Nick Fox in less than two weeks to talk all things global, and I can’t wait for you all to see what we have to share. Come along for actionable insights, networking, lunch, and a good time. There’s a very limited amount of guest spots left, so if you’d like to snatch one up, I’d say to get in quick - Comment below or DM me to find out how to apply for a spot. See you there! #Intensive #Strategy #InternationalStrategy #InternationalDistributor #Event #Sydney

The most SURPRISING objection I get when talking to senior executives about The Conference Board's Council program? Worry that they somehow aren't qualified enough to participate: - Representing a lesser-known organization - Other member companies *seem* more advanced - They have too many problems they don't know how to solve I get it - most people have similar worries. But the fact of the matter is... ✅ Your challenges are what QUALIFY you for participation. ☝ You were invited to this group by your peers because they want to know how you approach them. ❌ Not because they expect you to have the answers. There are reasons not to join an executive networking group... ...but being afraid you aren't *actually* one of your peers isn't one of them! It doesn't matter if you're... The Head of Talent Acquisition A Chief Sustainability Officer Lead Counsel for Labor & Employment Law An Enterprise Data Leader ☕ Talking to other people in your situation is the best way to overcome these doubts and move forward in your journey. 😬 Don't let worry be the factor that holds you back (from any aspect of your career). And remember...the most comforting thing about Imposter's Syndrome is that it has a name 😉

Leaders of professional associations represent industries or disciplines where members are linked together by a common interest but often have diverse views and interests. As association CEOs grapple with the evolving landscape of societal issues, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. In their most recent blog, CFAR Principal Barry Dornfeld and Manager Daphnie Pierre, MBA, reflect on a recent conversation with a group of Association CEOs and PR and Marketing expert Laura Van Eperen of FOVNDRY and offer strategies for navigating complex social issues. Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/eTSWhN27

How do you elevate your impact at the Board? Join us on October 1 with former General Counsel/Board members for a discussion on the pivotal role of the GC in establishing robust Board governance and setting performance benchmarks and metrics. This session will also explore effective strategies for dealing with conflict and challenging stakeholder dynamics. Stephanie Abrutyn, Counsel, US | Michelle Segaert, Partner, Australia | Pamela Shin, Partner, Canada #GeneralCounsel #InHouseCounsel #LegalEvents #ClientExperience #BoardAdvisory

How do you elevate your impact at the Board? Join us on October 1 with former General Counsel/Board members for a discussion on the pivotal role of the GC in establishing robust Board governance and setting performance benchmarks and metrics. This session will also explore effective strategies for dealing with conflict and challenging stakeholder dynamics. Stephanie Abrutyn, Counsel, US | Michelle Segaert, Partner, Australia | Pamela Shin, Partner, Canada #GeneralCounsel #InHouseCounsel #LegalEvents #ClientExperience #BoardAdvisory

A lot has happened in the last few months. As we all sit sizzling in the ever-unpredictable UK sunshine, our thoughts turn to H1 results and our teams' performances over the tricky first half of 2024 before we set the sights on H2 and, more specifically, that all-important third quarter—the autumn conference season. If we're honest, we always knew H1 would be "a bit up and down" (that's not one of the VP's KPIs), and so it turned out. We've toughed out a General Election (diary chaos), a relatively weak economy (challenging forecasting), global supply chain issues (F&B), and HR challenges (increased cost and recruitment competition). Overall, though, the trend for H1 was positive: ➡ Revenue Per Delegate was up +7.5% ➡ The average number of events per venue was up +7% ...and those are 2 key indicators. There are a few telltale signs that things are starting to cool down, though: ➡ Lead times have decreased by -8.5% ➡ Delegation size has decreased by -12% And those last 2 sets of data contribute to the "a bit up and down" sentiment to H1. Overall, though, the M&E market continues to grow and is forecast to continue the positive upward trend into H2. In other news, did you hear about our revolutionary and ground-breaking event, The Great M&E Debate, which we held at the end of June? With our partners and friends Thomas Finn from Edwards & Finn Ltd Watch the video HERE: https://lnkd.in/e3rfaPnV 100 commercial M&E leaders gathered to debate (and vote) 2 of the sector's critical discussion points: Technology and Metrics. We invite you to watch the video above ↑, a treasure trove of insights from our esteemed panellists, moderators, and organisers. It's a valuable resource that will catch you up on the discussions and enhance your understanding of this ground-breaking event. Stay tuned for more events on the horizon, offering further opportunities to engage with the industry's critical topics and enhance your professional knowledge. Bring on H2 and have a fabulous summer hols, wherever you may be. 😎 🏖️ Media player modal window This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. Thank you to our moderators, Michael Heyward, Michael Grove & Neetu Mistry and panellists: Niamh Malone, Christine Wassell, Jason Gutteridge, Dan Humby, Leman Selamet, Alex Drinkwater, Emma Chamberlain, & Jen Paylor ❤️ Great economic presentation from Thomas Pugh from RSM. Loads of people asking for his deck to use with senior management discussions. 🧠 Amazing support from 2 key industry partners: Jerome Wise & Benoit Jeannot from Amadeus and Gerhard Wasem and David Goodman from Duetto.

MU is organising a breakfast event Breaking Borders: Navigating the Complexities of “Doing Business in the U.S.” in Helsinki on Tuesday, September 10th from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (EEST).   The event will provide valuable insights and practical tips on what it takes to be successful in the U.S. market. We will dive into the challenges of doing business in the U.S. and how to navigate the complexities of the U.S. business landscape, covering crucial topics like legal considerations, regulatory compliance, cultural nuances, the current talent market, at-will employment, and non-compete issues.   Whether you're interpreting the U.S. legal system or local business regulations, or building a robust network of partners and customers, this event is your ticket to gaining practical strategies and expert insights for establishing a successful U.S. market entry or enhancing your current business in the U.S.   The discussion will be moderated by Markku Leskinen, Principal, Nordics Desk for MU in the United States, who will be joined by Darcie Murray, Senior Vice President and Head of the Americas at MU, Manny Schoenhuber, Attorney from Jackson Walker in Texas, Lena Grenat, an international leader with 20 years of experience living in the United States, and Olli Osara, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Valio.   This event will provide value for C-suite and Senior HR leaders with business, or interest, in the US. Please submit your interest in attending via email to [email protected] and we will reach out to confirm, as the space is limited.   To read more about the key note speakers, please click here: https://lnkd.in/d9ndyfQx   We look forward to seeing you at the event! #event #internationalbusiness #breakingborders

Ever wondered what it’s like inside a Dearin & Associates intensive? Last year, the team and I hosted The Global Success Roadmap. It was so great to map out everyone’s route to international expansion success... The team put together this cool wrap-up video - can you spot yourself? 🙋♂️ PS. We’re hosting our next event, The Global Reach Forum next month on May 30. It’s all about how to achieve success in international markets, and get you set up for the new financial year. Comment below or DM me if you’d like to come along, and I’ll let you know how to apply for a spot. #TheGlobalSuccessRoadmap #GoGlobal #Intensive #ClientEvent #Strategy #InternationalStrategy