June 30, 2021
9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET
Virtual
In an uncertain and globalized world, global public affairs leaders need to act strategically and have a keen understanding of business risks and the socio-political environment. This half-day seminar will provide an overarching perspective on how to identify, assess, communicate and manage global risks. You’ll hear from public affairs peers, academics and corporate leaders.
Featured Topic & Speakers
This half-day seminar will provide participants with strategic insights, case studies and practical tips during four complementary sessions.
Brett Bruen
President
Global Situation Room, Inc.
John Galligan
General Manager, Global Public Affairs
Microsoft Corporation
Courtney Geduldig
Chief Public & Government Affairs Officer
S&P Global Inc.
Famke Krumbmüller
EMEIA Leader Geostrategic Business Group
EY
@FKrumbmuller
Kent Sholars
Vice President, Corporate
Edelman
Gabriel Wildau
Senior Vice President, China Political Risk Analyst
Teneo
@gabewildau
This program is eligible for 2 Core credits towards the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
Agenda
9:00 a.m. Session 1: The Geopolitics of Global Risk – Trends, Challenges and Opportunities
- What are the main political and business trends shaping issues in the international arena? What are the main global threats currently facing companies?
- In this session, we will discuss the concept of risk in today’s uncertain landscape and how it can impact global companies and industries.
Brett Bruen
President
Global Situation Room, Inc.
9:45 a.m. Session 2: The Next Threat – Identifying Global Risks Before They Turn Into a Crisis
- How can companies identify emerging issues before they turn into a crisis? How can global reputational and regulatory risks and crises impact a company’s business, and how can public affairs teams measure and communicate that impact internally
- This session will explore tools and tactics that can help global public affairs teams anticipate issues and incorporate threats into their strategic planning
Famke Krumbmüller
EMEIA Leader Geostrategic Business Group
EY
@FKrumbmuller
Gabriel Wildau
Senior Vice President, China Political Risk Analyst
Teneo
@gabewildau
10:30 a.m. Break
10:45 a.m. Session 3: Communicating Risk in a Global Arena
- How can companies engage effectively with multiple stakeholders and communicate risk in turbulent times?
- In this session, we discuss the challenges of communicating (internally and externally) in a context of uncertainty, and explore communication strategies, tactics and tools teams can use to help their organizations address and mitigate global risks.
Kent Sholars
Vice President, Corporate
Edelman
11:30 a.m. Break
11:45 a.m. Session 4: Managing and Addressing Global Risks – Strategic Approaches for PA Leaders
- What is the potential impact of global risks and crises on your public affairs strategic plan? How to adapt a global strategy, teams and priorities to a constantly evolving external landscape?
- In this session, we will hear from global public affairs leaders on how they see the impact of today’s external threats on global companies, and discuss strategic insights and practical tips on leading teams to manage and address global risk in turbulent times.
John Galligan
General Manager, Global Public Affairs
Microsoft Corporation
Courtney Geduldig
Chief Public & Government Affairs Officer
S&P Global Inc.
12:30 p.m. Adjourn
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*Participants joining the program virtually will receive an email one week beforehand with instructions for logging on to our web-based platform. On the platform, they will be able to listen and participate through any computer or internet-enabled device, see a video of the speakers, and ask questions and participate in the discussion via a chat box.
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Register before June 6 to receive our early bird prices:
- Members: $295
- Non-Members: 495
After June 6, prices will be:
- Members: $345
- Non-Members: $565
Additional discounts may apply to this meeting. These discounts may include:
For multiple registrants: A discount will apply to the standard member/non-member rate for organizations that register two or more participants for the same meeting. The first registrant will pay full price, the second participant will receive a 10% discount and each additional registrant will receive a 15% discount. To register multiple participants, you may either register online or download the print and fax registration form.
Member discounts: Discounts for members are applied to all Public Affairs Council meetings.
Non-members: Join the Council today, and save by registering at the member rate and using the $200 new-member coupon you will receive. Contact our membership team for information about joining the Council.
Questions? Contact us at 202.787.5950.
João Sousa
Managing Director, European Office
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