Join us on the Comms Coffee Club Podcast this week as we sit down with the incredible Madeleine Little. Madeleine's career in PR and corporate communications began after reading a small job advert in the back of the Financial Times one evening and has since led her to work with leading CEOs, shape the future of communications, and support business growth strategies at leading brands across commercial real estate, risk management & insurance, and data & insights industries, including JLL, Aon and Dun & Bradstreet.

We start with unexpected entry into the communications and PR at Citigate Dewe Rogerson to her transition from agency to in-house and then moving to Singapore to lead APAC communications for JLL. Madeleine takes us on a global tour of the communications industry as we dissect the intricate customs and challenges that emerge when crossing borders. From the sector-specific press offices and press release pigeonholes of Japan to India's insatiable appetite for information, we examine the unique communication styles of various countries.

We also delve into the complexities of content-heavy communication briefs, address the issues of budget and headcounts, and emphasise the importance of clarity and structure in any organisation. The highlight of our conversation is Madeleine's insights into her favourite CEO to work for from a communications perspective, Julie Page, at Aon. We dissect the strategies, planning and importance of authenticity and empathy for CEOs.

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Join the Comms Coffee Club podcast and this week's special guest host, AI-generated Isabella, as we chat with Max Forsyth, founder and managing director of Comms Search & Selection and host of the Comms Coffee Club podcast. Max takes us through his fascinating journey from sports journalism to setting up his in-house communications recruitment firm and his vision for the podcast. Listen as he discusses the best campaigns he's worked on and gives us an exclusive peek into the Coms Coffee Club Patreon channel, which offers early access to events and exclusive insights. 

Our conversation also covers communications teams' challenges, such as tracking customer sources and delivering bad news during restructuring. Hear about one comms professional's experience with Swiss Re and the strategies to launch a new product. Lastly, we examine the turbulent recruitment market, and Max offers invaluable advice for hiring managers and candidates alike. Don't miss his take on the strategic importance of communications in the post-Covid world and the potential for growth in the AI space. Tune in for this informative and insightful conversation with Max Forsyth.

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The Comms Coffee Club podcast was thrilled to have the chance to sit down with the exceptionally insightful Wesley Eberle, former Chief Comms Officer at Natixis Investment Managers. Wesley shares his journey from the Midwest of the United States to London, which provides a fascinating backdrop to our conversation about leading global communications, corporate culture, and the role of sincerity in leadership at an asset management firm that grew rapidly from a Top 100 to a Top 10 firm.

We discuss the art of balancing global business and diplomacy, the importance of a clear vision for a company's culture, and the role of personal interaction in fostering successful transformation. We also explore leadership communication, emphasising the necessity of sincerity and honesty in building trust within a workforce. 

We wrap up with a deeper look into the challenges and opportunities in asset management. Wesley shares his thoughts on the potential of storytelling in making investments more vivid, the importance of agility in marketing campaigns, and the impact of using technical language in communications.

This episode is packed with valuable insights and lessons that will resonate with anyone working in the asset management and investment management industry.

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Ever wonder how one manoeuvres through the complex world of Government communications? Join the Comms Coffee Club Podcast and our guest for this episode, Kate Howell, who takes us on a captivating journey, shedding light on the intricate workings of the UK Government's communications department in the Blair years. From her initial steps at Oxford University to her ascent into working with the top ranks of Government, Kate offers a unique perspective on the importance of strategic communications in the decision-making process. She gives us a peek into the Deputy Prime Minister's office.

Kate also chronicles the transformation of London's Borough Market, one of the city's most cherished and popular markets and tourist destinations, and her crucial role in its evolution. We explore how this bustling market has grown into a charitable trust, the impact of figures like Jamie Oliver, and the market's response to the BSE scandal. Kate shares the significance of sustainability, partnerships, and innovative strategies in attracting public interest and fostering community engagement.

Kate also recounts the terrifying 2017 London Bridge Terror Attack, highlighting the importance of effective communication during times of crisis. We discuss the emotional toll of managing a crisis, the importance of a robust crisis plan, a stakeholder network, and the resilience and unity demonstrated by the Borough Market community.

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Join the Comms Coffee Club from Comms Search & Selection for an enlightening conversation with Alayna Francis, current Global Head of Corporate Communications at Fitch Group and formerly of IG, Mercer, PwC and Swiss Re.

Alayna shares her journey, which led her from an avid reader and press enthusiast to one of the world's leading PR voices in financial services. She tells us about her favourite experiences, from the thrill of meeting President Clinton to the challenges of manoeuvring the subtle differences in PR and communications between the US and the UK.

Alayna also gives an insider's perspective on the intricate interplay of PR and legal collaborations in different countries. Sharing her invaluable experience dealing with a 9-11 litigation case and potential data breaches, Alayna emphasises the worrying risks posed by data databases and the urgent need for businesses to be aware of them.

She also candidly discusses her concerns about the potential devaluation of PR and Communications roles in the UK compared to the US and the importance of a diverse team and a solid content and social media strategy.

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