American businesses are witnessing a rise in anti-American sentiment worldwide. What is the impact of this, and how can American companies and investors that trade, invest and profit from their presence overseas protect themselves?
AI in Comms: Newsroom Lessons for Business and Government
How is AI reshaping communications, trust, and public engagement? This article shares key takeaways from a conversation with Laura Oliver and Hans-Petter Dalen on what business, government, and newsroom leaders must understand to lead credibly in the age of generative AI.
Journalism, Trust & Strategy in the AI Era: A 2025 Playbook for Leaders
As AI reshapes journalism, the media’s role in building—or breaking—reputation is evolving. From the printing press to generative tools like ChatGPT, I explore how trust, strategy, and media engagement must adapt to a future where truth competes with machine-generated content.
Perugia Journalism Insights: 2025 Trends for Business Leaders
The 2025 Perugia Journalism Festival wasn’t just about media—it was a wake-up call for global leaders. From AI disruption to collapsing public trust, the challenges facing journalism mirror those in business and government. Here’s what leaders need to know to stay credible, connected, and ahead.
Beyond the Noise: Why Impact Capital Still Wins
Despite political headwinds, impact investing is evolving—not retreating. From China to the Gulf, capital is flowing to ESG ventures that align long-term financial returns with strategic reputation and trust.
How To Rethink Data Culture in Government
Brent Hoberman’s question—“How good is the data that governments use to make choices?”—spotlights a deeper issue: it’s not just about the data, but the people and culture behind it. In this article I explore how risk aversion, silos, and bias hinder policy impact—and what leaders can do to fix it.
If 'Signal Gate' Happened in a Bank
What if the recent ‘Signal Gate’ leak had happened inside a global bank? In this blog I explores how a similar breach in financial services would trigger regulatory action, reputational fallout, and investor backlash—and what leaders must learn to safeguard trust in uncertain times.
Media Literacy in the AI Era: Protecting Trust, Reputation
In a House of Lords inquiry, Dr Mhairi Aitken (Alan Turing Institute) and Professor Sander van der Linden (University of Cambridge) warned that AI-driven misinformation—seen by 40% of UK adults—undermines trust and reputation. They called for leaders to strengthen regulation, media literacy, and partnerships with tech platforms to uphold credibility.
Corporate Diplomacy: The New Global Power Shift
In today’s multipolar world, diplomacy is no longer the sole domain of governments. Multinational corporations are stepping into roles once reserved for diplomats—navigating geopolitical risks, engaging regulators, and shaping public policy. Corporate diplomacy is now essential for business resilience, reputation, and global growth.