corporatecommunications

An interview with Paul Drechsler, International Chamber of Commerce UK Chairman.

For this episode we are joined by Paul Drechsler, the Renaissance man of business.

Paul has been at the centre of the interface between business, politics and society for many years. To say he’s done a lot in his time would be a gross understatement: 24 years with ICI; Chair and Chief Executive of the family owned construction firm the Wates Group; Chair of the shipping and marine firm Bibby Line. 

And then there is his work as Chair of some of the foremost business organisations. He was President of the CBI in the lead up to and aftermath of the Brexit Referendum; and most recently Chair of Business London and the International Chamber of Commerce. He’s sat on the Board of Teach First and Business in the Community. Oh and he was, for a number of years, Chancellor of Teesside University.

Please leave us a 5 star review if you enjoyed this episode or let us know what you think via social media or email podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This edition of The Little Questions podcast is presented by Andrew Brown and Liz Lynch.

Apella partner Andrew Brown is a former Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Ageas Insurance. He has more than ten years’ experience leading the corporate affairs functions for global firms across a range of regulated and unregulated sectors, developing considerable experience in issues, crisis and change management. Formerly Director of Communications at Drax Group plc and Group Corporate Affairs Director at Regus plc.

Liz Lynch is experienced in corporate communications; public affairs and policy; regulatory affairs and risk; industrial relations; crisis and complex issues management; reputation turnarounds; campaigns, competition; and ESG. Lizi is the former Head of Public Affairs and Public Policy at TSB Bank. She was previously a Partner at a global communications agency and has worked in the media and politics.

Find out more about Apella Advisors at www.apellaadvisors.com and you can get in touch by emailing podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This episode has been produced by The Podcast Coach.

An interview with Paul Drechsler, International Chamber of Commerce UK Chairman.

For this episode we are joined by Paul Drechsler, the Renaissance man of business.

Paul has been at the centre of the interface between business, politics and society for many years. To say he’s done a lot in his time would be a gross understatement: 24 years with ICI; Chair and Chief Executive of the family owned construction firm the Wates Group; Chair of the shipping and marine firm Bibby Line. 

And then there is his work as Chair of some of the foremost business organisations. He was President of the CBI in the lead up to and aftermath of the Brexit Referendum; and most recently Chair of Business London and the International Chamber of Commerce. He’s sat on the Board of Teach First and Business in the Community. Oh and he was, for a number of years, Chancellor of Teesside University.

Please leave us a 5 star review if you enjoyed this episode or let us know what you think via social media or email podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This edition of The Little Questions podcast is presented by Andrew Brown and Liz Lynch.

Apella partner Andrew Brown is a former Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Ageas Insurance. He has more than ten years’ experience leading the corporate affairs functions for global firms across a range of regulated and unregulated sectors, developing considerable experience in issues, crisis and change management. Formerly Director of Communications at Drax Group plc and Group Corporate Affairs Director at Regus plc.

Liz Lynch is experienced in corporate communications; public affairs and policy; regulatory affairs and risk; industrial relations; crisis and complex issues management; reputation turnarounds; campaigns, competition; and ESG. Lizi is the former Head of Public Affairs and Public Policy at TSB Bank. She was previously a Partner at a global communications agency and has worked in the media and politics.

Find out more about Apella Advisors at www.apellaadvisors.com and you can get in touch by emailing podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This episode has been produced by The Podcast Coach.

There’s no right or wrong way to define success - it looks different for everyone. What matters is that you're able to define it for yourself.

So, what does it take to get on and succeed in corporate affairs? What should you look to define and focus on, and what (and who) should you avoid? Do professional qualifications help or is it all about learning at the knee of a master? 

When we started thinking about this episode I had the words of Baz Lurman ringing in my
ears - that offering advice is a form of nostalgia, fished from the past, where you paint over
the ugly bits and recycle it for more than its worth. Ouch.

We’ll try not to do that.

Please leave us a 5 star review if you enjoyed this episode or let us know what you think via social media or email podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This edition of The Little Questions podcast is presented by Andrew Brown and Matt Young.

Apella partner Andrew Brown is a former Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Ageas Insurance. He has more than ten years’ experience leading the corporate affairs functions for global firms across a range of regulated and unregulated sectors, developing considerable experience in issues, crisis and change management. Formerly Director of Communications at Drax Group plc and Group Corporate Affairs Director at Regus plc.

Matt Young is an Apella partner with 25 years of experience in corporate affairs. He was Corporate Affairs Director at Lloyds Banking Group, part of the senior team which rescued the bank and rebuilt its reputation following the financial crisis. Formerly communications director at Santander UK and board member of the BBA.

Find out more about Apella Advisors at www.apellaadvisors.com and you can get in touch by emailing podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This episode has been produced by The Podcast Coach.

There’s no right or wrong way to define success - it looks different for everyone. What matters is that you're able to define it for yourself.

So, what does it take to get on and succeed in corporate affairs? What should you look to define and focus on, and what (and who) should you avoid? Do professional qualifications help or is it all about learning at the knee of a master? 

When we started thinking about this episode I had the words of Baz Lurman ringing in my
ears - that offering advice is a form of nostalgia, fished from the past, where you paint over
the ugly bits and recycle it for more than its worth. Ouch.

We’ll try not to do that.

Please leave us a 5 star review if you enjoyed this episode or let us know what you think via social media or email podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This edition of The Little Questions podcast is presented by Andrew Brown and Matt Young.

Apella partner Andrew Brown is a former Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Ageas Insurance. He has more than ten years’ experience leading the corporate affairs functions for global firms across a range of regulated and unregulated sectors, developing considerable experience in issues, crisis and change management. Formerly Director of Communications at Drax Group plc and Group Corporate Affairs Director at Regus plc.

Matt Young is an Apella partner with 25 years of experience in corporate affairs. He was Corporate Affairs Director at Lloyds Banking Group, part of the senior team which rescued the bank and rebuilt its reputation following the financial crisis. Formerly communications director at Santander UK and board member of the BBA.

Find out more about Apella Advisors at www.apellaadvisors.com and you can get in touch by emailing podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This episode has been produced by The Podcast Coach.

New Year’s Resolutions are an exercise in hope, where aspiration meets reality. As Oscar Wilde said: ‘Resolutions are simply cheques that men draw on a bank where they have no account.’ 

In the interests of trying to make 2023 just a tiny bit better, The Little Questions Podcast decided that we would try to help all our friends in the industry, by coming up with some New Year’s resolutions for businesses, sectors and individuals. Basically free PR advice given out by disgruntled middle-aged men. In Mick Herron parlance, the ‘Slow Horses’ of the Comms world.

Let us know what you think via social media or email podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This edition of The Little Questions podcast is presented by Matt Young and Andrew Brown.

Apella partner Andrew Brown is a former Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Ageas Insurance. He has more than ten years’ experience leading the corporate affairs functions for global firms across a range of regulated and unregulated sectors, developing considerable experience in issues, crisis and change management. Formerly Director of Communications at Drax Group plc and Group Corporate Affairs Director at Regus plc.

Matt Young is an Apella partner with 25 years of experience in corporate affairs. He was Corporate Affairs Director at Lloyds Banking Group, part of the senior team which rescued the bank and rebuilt its reputation following the financial crisis. Formerly communications director at Santander UK and board member of the BBA.

Find out more about Apella Advisors at www.apellaadvisors.com and you can get in touch by emailing podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This episode was produced by www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk

New Year’s Resolutions are an exercise in hope, where aspiration meets reality. As Oscar Wilde said: ‘Resolutions are simply cheques that men draw on a bank where they have no account.’ 

In the interests of trying to make 2023 just a tiny bit better, The Little Questions Podcast decided that we would try to help all our friends in the industry, by coming up with some New Year’s resolutions for businesses, sectors and individuals. Basically free PR advice given out by disgruntled middle-aged men. In Mick Herron parlance, the ‘Slow Horses’ of the Comms world.

Let us know what you think via social media or email podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This edition of The Little Questions podcast is presented by Matt Young and Andrew Brown.

Apella partner Andrew Brown is a former Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Ageas Insurance. He has more than ten years’ experience leading the corporate affairs functions for global firms across a range of regulated and unregulated sectors, developing considerable experience in issues, crisis and change management. Formerly Director of Communications at Drax Group plc and Group Corporate Affairs Director at Regus plc.

Matt Young is an Apella partner with 25 years of experience in corporate affairs. He was Corporate Affairs Director at Lloyds Banking Group, part of the senior team which rescued the bank and rebuilt its reputation following the financial crisis. Formerly communications director at Santander UK and board member of the BBA.

Find out more about Apella Advisors at www.apellaadvisors.com and you can get in touch by emailing podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This episode was produced by www.thepodcastcoach.co.uk

Historically, the preserve of dictators, generals, crusties, and politicos, campaigning is now a tool that’s been adopted by marketers, communicators, and every purpose-led business in the land. Or so it seems. 

We explore whether it’s a crucial part of modern communications, or just a load of hot air. 

There’s no doubt that organisations of all shapes and sizes are increasingly expected to take a stand on the issues that matter. And for many, campaigning is one way of showing the outside world that they care. 

But does it really work? Is it right for every business? What does it take to do it well?

We’d love to hear what you think. Get in touch on social media or email podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This edition of The Little Questions podcast is presented by Apella director, Sam Bevans. Sam has almost 20 years’ experience in campaign strategy and delivery across a diverse range of clients, including AstraZeneca, Capita, Drax Power, Nationwide, UBS, and Volkswagen.

Joining Sam to discuss campaigning are Directors Doug Miller and Janelle Romano.

Janelle is a director with almost 10 years’ experience working across corporate, B2B, B2C and internal communications briefs, including work for American Express, Bank of America, Capita, Chicago Booth School of Business and LinkedIn.

Doug is an experienced corporate communications and campaigning director, with substantial experience in developing internationally focused integrated communications campaigns, including work for Lockheed Martin, Enviva, Naftogaz, OMV, and Teollisuuden Voima Oyj (TVO)

Find out more about Apella Advisors at www.apellaadvisors.com and you can get in touch by emailing podcast@apellaadvisors.com

Historically, the preserve of dictators, generals, crusties, and politicos, campaigning is now a tool that’s been adopted by marketers, communicators, and every purpose-led business in the land. Or so it seems. 

We explore whether it’s a crucial part of modern communications, or just a load of hot air. 

There’s no doubt that organisations of all shapes and sizes are increasingly expected to take a stand on the issues that matter. And for many, campaigning is one way of showing the outside world that they care. 

But does it really work? Is it right for every business? What does it take to do it well?

We’d love to hear what you think. Get in touch on social media or email podcast@apellaadvisors.com

This edition of The Little Questions podcast is presented by Apella director, Sam Bevans. Sam has almost 20 years’ experience in campaign strategy and delivery across a diverse range of clients, including AstraZeneca, Capita, Drax Power, Nationwide, UBS, and Volkswagen.

Joining Sam to discuss campaigning are Directors Doug Miller and Janelle Romano.

Janelle is a director with almost 10 years’ experience working across corporate, B2B, B2C and internal communications briefs, including work for American Express, Bank of America, Capita, Chicago Booth School of Business and LinkedIn.

Doug is an experienced corporate communications and campaigning director, with substantial experience in developing internationally focused integrated communications campaigns, including work for Lockheed Martin, Enviva, Naftogaz, OMV, and Teollisuuden Voima Oyj (TVO)

Find out more about Apella Advisors at www.apellaadvisors.com and you can get in touch by emailing podcast@apellaadvisors.com

In this episode of The JJS Podcast, host James Lezcano shares why it's important to get the raw, external perspective on your communication challenges from a consultant that an employee simply cannot provide. 

Access our online course on strategic digital marketing and communications here.

Want to know more about JJS? Check out their website!

Want to reach them directly? Send an email to info@jjsconsultinggroup.com. 

To contact the host, James Lezcano, email jameslezcano@jjsconsultinggroup.com. 

In this episode of The JJS Podcast, which is also the kickoff episode for the YouTube series as well, host James Lezcano shares a little bit about his background in strategic marketing and communications as well as the value proposition of JJS Consulting Group!

Access our online course on strategic digital marketing and communications here.

Want to know more about JJS? Check out their website!

Want to reach them directly? Send an email to info@jjsconsultinggroup.com. 

To contact the host, James Lezcano, email jameslezcano@jjsconsultinggroup.com. 

Christmas is nearly upon us and in the best traditions of the holiday season broadcasters are gathering up all their best bits from the year and packaging it up into a highlights reel. 

We didn’t want to miss out on this more affordable form of entertainment, so we’ve produced our very own Little Questions Podcast highlights.

These are our best bits. Our thoughts on everything from the merits or otherwise of media training to what makes a good or bad pitch; from what a CEO wants in a Corporate Affairs team to why measuring what we do is still such a problem.

Regular listeners will know we’re fond of a short film or TV clip at the end of an episode. At the end of this one, we’ve gathered all those clips together so you can test yourself on identifying where they come from. Send us your answers and if you’re on Santa’s good list we’ll send you an Apella goody bag!

We hope you enjoy the podcasts as much as we do making them. If you have any suggestions as to issues you’d like us to muse upon in the future email us at podcast@apellaadvisors.com

So, from all of us at Apella, to all of you. A very merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year.

Christmas is nearly upon us and in the best traditions of the holiday season broadcasters are gathering up all their best bits from the year and packaging it up into a highlights reel. 

We didn’t want to miss out on this more affordable form of entertainment, so we’ve produced our very own Little Questions Podcast highlights.

These are our best bits. Our thoughts on everything from the merits or otherwise of media training to what makes a good or bad pitch; from what a CEO wants in a Corporate Affairs team to why measuring what we do is still such a problem.

Regular listeners will know we’re fond of a short film or TV clip at the end of an episode. At the end of this one, we’ve gathered all those clips together so you can test yourself on identifying where they come from. Send us your answers and if you’re on Santa’s good list we’ll send you an Apella goody bag!

We hope you enjoy the podcasts as much as we do making them. If you have any suggestions as to issues you’d like us to muse upon in the future email us at podcast@apellaadvisors.com

So, from all of us at Apella, to all of you. A very merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year.

Too often, organizations implement a major change without properly considering how their population will respond, ultimately leading to a failed rollout. In this episode of the JJS Podcast, host James Lezcano shares the strategic approach to change management communications. 

Access our online course on strategic digital marketing and communications here.

Want to know more about JJS? Check out their website!

Want to reach them directly? Send an email to info@jjsconsultinggroup.com. 

To contact the host, James Lezcano, email jameslezcano@jjsconsultinggroup.com. 

In this episode, Dan connects with the incredible Gay Flashman, CEO of Formative Content and bestselling author of Powerful B2B Content, to discuss - what else? - content. It's an especially pertinent conversation, considering the challenges brands face building relationships with audiences in a purpose-driven world. Gay's experiences as a journalist, TV producer, consultant, author, and now owner and CEO of a thriving content agency all give her a unique and authoritative perspective - and a sense of humor - that you won't want to miss.

As a marketing & communications professional, one of the most critical aspects of the job is Executive Communications. Managing how executives, who are representing your organization, communicate with various audiences requires a lot of thought and intentionality. They must be prepared to get the right message across in any given situation. 

In this episode, host James Lezcano shares a few quick tips on how to position your executives for success. 

Want more JJS content? Check out the JJS Blog!

Want to reach them directly? Send an email to info@jjsconsultinggroup.com.

To contact the host, James Lezcano, email jameslezcano@jjsconsultinggroup.com.

Today, we find ourselves in one of the most disruptive periods in modern history. Public discussion about ESG has taken the backseat to surviving and getting through the COVID-19 pandemic. This podcast explores how corporate communications can support your company’s ESG initiatives, and how to use ESG to guide your company through the COVID-19 crisis response.

Host: Craig Carroll, Communications Institute Leader, The Conference Board

Guests:

Kelly Semrau, former Senior Vice President, Global Corporate Affairs, Communication and Sustainability, at SC Johnson and Senior Fellow with the Marketing and Communications Center at The Conference Board

Devry Boughner Vorwerk, former Corporate Vice President, Global Corporate Affairs, CEO of DevryBV Sustainable Strategies, former CCO  and Global Corporate Affairs, Cargil, and Senior Fellow with the Marketing and Communications Center at The Conference Board

Jessica Adelman, former Group Vice President of Corporate Affairs for The Kroger Co. and Senior Fellow with the Marketing and Communications Center at The Conference Board