Cognito launches Paris office Global communications agency Cognito has opened a Paris office, expanding its European presence to support clients in finance, technology and the climate transition bit.ly/42EL2oF

Is DEI really dying? While US companies quietly tuck away their DEI policies, UK businesses appear to be staying the course. For now, at least bit.ly/4lypzWM

ICCO and UNDP renew partnership, 'Weather Kids' campaign receives further recognition The International Communications Consultancy Organisation (ICCO) has renewed its partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for two more years bit.ly/4jlcY8d

Media urged to "hold ground against big tech" at Paris conference Conference organisers say it's never been more important to protect authentic news media bit.ly/42nvzce

Information fatigue drives half of Brits to avoid news, survey finds Concern around disinformation is leading to distrust and overwhelm bit.ly/3R4H4QO

Brands contribute to money worries among young adults Social media pressure from brands to spend is negatively impacting the mental wellbeing of young people, who increasingly turn to social platforms for financial advice bit.ly/43C8JA2

Should brands be responsible for educating young people on debt? New research shows 62% of young adults feel financial and retail brands aren't doing enough to help them understand credit risks bit.ly/4iHbi8H

Thoburns appoints Sheena Shah as director to enhance global operations Corporate communications consultancy Thoburns has appointed Sheena Shah as director to lead its major mandates and drive growth in emerging markets bit.ly/4bUXPHD

Women developing 'creative workarounds' to balance work lives New report reveals how women are adapting in the absence of flexible work arrangements bit.ly/4hl40G4

Truth Consulting partners with Ashoka to aid CSR Global strategic insight consultancy Truth Consulting has partnered with social change non-profit Ashoka to help brands align social innovation with business growth bit.ly/3Fxwf7l

Black Sun Global appoints Ian Roe as chief engagement and proposition officer Design agency Black Sun Global has appointed Ian Roe as chief engagement and proposition officer to enhance client relationships and drive innovation bit.ly/4iztEYY

ICCO announces key themes and partners for Cannes Lions 2025 The International Communications Consultancy Organisation (ICCO) has revealed its focus and partners for its 'PR in Cannes 2025' event, set for 18th of June at the Cannes Lions Festival bit.ly/41XBpAN

UK businesses face record year for cyberattacks UK businesses face rising cyber threats with attacks occurring every 42 seconds www.communicatemagazine.com/news/2025/uk...

Positive Change Group appoints Rod Banner as group chief of AI Positive Change Group (PCG) has named Rod Banner as group chief of AI to lead its AI-driven stakeholder engagement strategy www.communicatemagazine.com/industry-upd...

Comprend appoints Per Bruun as new CEO Global marketing and communications agency Comprend has appointed Per Bruun as CEO, effective immediately www.communicatemagazine.com/industry-upd...

Capturing the attention of a global workforce: Shoshana Whybrow, vice president of corporate affairs at Sage, talks about how the business technology solutions provider gave its annual, leadership-driven 'Kickoff' event more momentum with an interactive and personable campaign.

Film, live events and the evolution of modern storytelling Sonal R Patel, partner and group head of creative at Brunswick Group, explores how film and live events are transforming corporate storytelling www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202...

Measuring the power of persuasion Martin McKean, head of creative for film and animation at DRPG Film, explores how storytelling, creativity and analytics can combine to achieve greater impact www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202...

B2B that hits home Emperor director of moving image Philip Horbury, and lead animator Luke Thompson-Clarke, explore how cinematic experiences are redefining corporate communications www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202...

In their shoes: change is brewing at Starbucks We hear from communications experts on their thoughts on the brand’s revamp www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202... 📚 This article is from Communicate magazine's print edition. Subscribe here: www.communicatemagazine.com/subscribe/

The power of purposeful video Richard Salkeld, head of communications at Lumo and Hull Trains, explores the impact of purposeful video for building deeper connections www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202...

Why video storytelling is the key to authentic brand connection Matt Downer, production manager at videofrog, explores how authentic video storytelling can foster deeper brand connection in an age of fleeting attention spans and AI-generated content www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202...

How Gen Z is changing the workplace In the post-pandemic workplace, younger employees need, and expect, more support. Catherine Lawson explores how Gen Z is redefining workplace culture and wellbeing. 🗞 This article is from Communicate magazine's print edition. Subscribe here: lnkd.in/e-3DBuPX

How AI can level up your internal communications measurement Will Murray, CEO at Oak Engage, explores how AI-driven analytics can transform internal communications measurement www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202...

Making change more human Alys O'Neill, director of consulting at United Culture, explores how managers can help their teams navigate change without eroding company culture www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202...

Lens Awards 2025 winners announced This year's winners captivated audiences with emotive and powerful storytelling: www.communicatemagazine.com/news/2025/le... Plus: catch up on anything you may have missed with our Lens Awards podcast episode: bit.ly/3Eht1UD

"No ghosting": PRCA's new pitching guidelines The PR pitching process has come under criticism, with many describing it as outdated and inefficient bit.ly/3WPfGti

Innovation Zero appoints Instinctif Partners as communications partner Instinctif Partners has been named the first strategic communications partner for the Innovation Zero World Congress bit.ly/42IAG8C

Navigating the murky waters of environmental disasters From oil spills to chemical waste, how should communications professionals respond to an environmental incident involving their own company? David Craik investigates bit.ly/4jI7vsx

Elevate employee wellbeing with strategic internal communications You can always spot the workplace that values its employees’ wellbeing. Cathy Phillips, managing director at H&H Agency, explores bit.ly/4hqsTB8

Meeting the practical challenges of CSRD compliance Nick White, communications and reporting director at Friend Studio, discusses some of the practical challenges of compliance bit.ly/412BS5L

The bullying business Remote work has not freed us from workplace toxicity but has instead, in many cases, exacerbated it. Catherine Lawson investigates bit.ly/42NBQ2C 📰 This article is from Communicate magazine's print edition, subscribe here: lnkd.in/e-3DBuPX

Why teaching historical mistakes is essential for future communicators As the communications industry evolves, practitioners must remember the fundamentals that built the industry - or risk undermining the profession's future. Rachael Clamp Chart.PR explores bit.ly/4jEICOr

Harness your company's podcast to engage your people Debbie West, senior account director at Audere Communications, explores why your company’s podcast could be the key to internal engagement and a strong sense of culture bit.ly/4jTbnHk

krow Group expands creative team Communications agency krow group has announced the appointment of Susan Mansfield and Donna Williams to its team bit.ly/4hhGxGH

Nippon Express campaign leverages brand storytelling Nippon Express has launched its 'Anything to Anywhere' campaign in partnership with London-based agency WMH&I, designed to strengthen the logistics company's reputation in Europe and North America www.communicatemagazine.com/news/2025/ni...

Buttermilk hires Publicis' Suni Khan as client services director Creative agency Buttermilk has named Suni Khan, former Prodigious London head of client services, as its first director of client services www.communicatemagazine.com/industry-upd...

2025 PR playbook: trends to watch Orla Graham MPRCA, insights consultant at CARMA, takes a look at the five key trends shaping public relations in 2025 www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202...

In an era of polarisation, open communication matters Alys O'Neill, global consulting director at culture change consultancy United Culture, explores how we can navigate polarisation and cultivate safe spaces for debate at work www.communicatemagazine.com/features/202...

CIG appoints James Rohan as studio head and creative lead Communications International Group (CIG) has appointed James Rohan as its new studio head and creative lead www.communicatemagazine.com/industry-upd...

Echo Research expands advisory board with Prof Ian Ryder and Michael Vertigans Echo Research has appointed Professor Ian Ryder and Mike Vertigans to its client advisory board www.communicatemagazine.com/industry-upd...

Video company marks 20th anniversary with £20k charity giveaway Video production company Reels in Motion Ltd is giving back to its community with charity giveaway bit.ly/4gc0ixX

Havas expands partnership with Funnel to boost data capabilities Communications group Havas has expanded its five-year partnership with Funnel, a marketing intelligence platform, to enhance data quality across its global operations bit.ly/4arTtHf

Stone Junction appointed PR agency for IAconnects Stone Junction has been chosen as the PR agency for IAconnects Technology Ltd, a software solutions provider focused on energy management, air quality and workplace optimisation bit.ly/4h2Caiv

Helen Rhodes joins Grey London as chief creative officer Helen Rhodes, executive creative director at BBH London, has been appointed chief creative officer at Grey London bit.ly/3CjFUgp

Step into the future: The Future of Work Experience Lounge at EXE 2025 Isobel Elton, co-founder of Future of the Office, discusses the exciting inclusion of the Future of Work Experience Lounge at Employee Xperience Expo 2025 bit.ly/4hpiAN1

PR pros turn to AI, transparency falls short Use of AI tools among PR pros has almost tripled since March 2023, with three out of four now using the technology bit.ly/4jqXBeQ

Smarts hires Jess MacIntyre and Natalie Moores to support innovation PR and communications agency Smarts has appointed brand strategists Jess MacIntyre and Natalie Moores as brand futures directors to lead its innovation efforts bit.ly/4apWyrb

Communicate magazine’s first quarter issue is here. Celebrate a fresh start and new beginnings as we reflect on the year behind us and take a more contemplative look at what’s to come. Grab your copy now by subscribing here: bit.ly/3IVzBR2

ERM appoints Emily Luscombe to lead EMEA communications agency ERM sustainability consultancy has appointed Emily Luscombe to head a new communications agency across the EMEA region bit.ly/40EfWMX