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The German Supply Chain Act, which took effect at the start of 2023, not only brings about changes to reporting requirements for many companies but also carries legal and reputational risks. This is because failures in due diligence within the supply chain can be swiftly judged by public opinion, potentially harming both reputation and business, and even resulting in legal action. How can companies safeguard their reputation, and what does effective crisis management entail? Discover more in the latest article by our colleague Diana Tabor here: https://bit.ly/3JrX7nF #CrisisManagement #CrisisCommunication #Compliance *Article written in German

We are delighted to welcome Katie Smith as a Senior Director based in Washington D.C. Katie brings in-depth experience in government affairs with a focus on public policy and healthcare communications. Learn more about our team here: https://bit.ly/3VDeZDA #TeamFTI #GovernmentAffairs #Healthcare #LifeSciences

While "proxy season" may be over, the trend of high-profile hostile M&A activity is still ongoing. Our M&A and Activism expert Michael Gaudreau shares six actionable insights to help management teams prepare for unsolicited bids. Read more: https://bit.ly/449HMSy

A complex matrix of forces is affecting the global shift towards renewable energy. On May 16, our Senior Managing Director for ESG & Sustainability Advisory, Ben Herskowitz, and Aniket Ghai (UN-OHRLLS) will discuss the international forces impacting global energy transition during The Conference Board's sustainability summit. Learn more and register today: https://bit.ly/3WcfvIQ #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy

On Administrative Appreciation Day, we want to extend a special thank you to all our administrative professionals at TeamFTI. Your support is invaluable, and we're grateful for it every single day. Thank you for all you do for our teams and firm. #TeamFTI #AdminAppreciationDay

In the era of flexible working, clear communication is paramount. As the new Flexible Working Bill comes into effect, hear from our London People & Transformation team on how businesses can clarify Employee Value Propositions (EVP’s) to navigate this change. Defining what flexibility means for your organisation, integrating it into your recruitment process, and establishing best practices based on successful examples are some of the considerations that organisations will need to consider in order to attract and retain top talent. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eaVEFaEX #TalentRetention #FlexibleWorking #PeopleAndTransformation

Adriana Prado, our Brazil lead for Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Communications, was interviewed by Valor Econômico S/A following the publication of our latest study, CISO Redefined - Navigating C-Suite Perceptions and Expectations. Adriana highlighted the business-threatening communications gap between information security chiefs and their C-suites and boards. She stressed that for organizations, cybersecurity is no longer a technical subject, but a business issue, with great potential for reputational impact. Learn more in our study here: https://lnkd.in/gbq2CEQa Read the interview (in Portuguese) by Jacilio Saraiva here: https://bit.ly/4bbyXKd #CISORedefined #CISO #Cybersecurity #CrisisCommunications #BrazilCybersecurity

Have you read our latest Done Deal newsletter? Our team discusses the crucial aspect of political due diligence in the M&A process, shares an analysis of the burgeoning trend of high-profile hostile M&A activity, and some quick thoughts from Steffi Susan Kim, on key trends in her focus area. Read the newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3JxEj6y #Activism #Mergersandacquisitions #PublicAffairs

Happy #EarthDay! For companies in hard-to-abate industries striving to decarbonize, a comprehensive and strategic advocacy approach is a must. Our experts share key considerations for companies to optimize decarbonization investments, position themselves for success, and positively influence the policy and regulatory process at the federal, state, and local levels. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3weebum Key contacts: John Whitcomb, Russ Kelley, Erica Chicola, Isabel Tapies, and Michael Wallace-Bruce #EarthDay2024 #Decarbonization #StrategicAdvocacy

In an interview with Bloomberg Law, some of our Dublin colleagues discussed their recent paper on AI’s role in shareholder proposals and shared their views on the importance of transparent communication and proactive governance in navigating AI risks. Arnaud Cavé, CFA underscored the importance of companies articulating their AI policies across stakeholders. Whilst Niamh O'Brien emphasised the necessity of communicating with progress reports to demonstrate preparedness in addressing AI challenges. See the article here: https://bit.ly/4aElqLc #AIRisks #ShareholderEngagement #AIChallenges #AIGovernance