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Tariffs, trade shifts, and global uncertainty are reshaping the business landscape—fast. At our recent #PageSpring Seminar, leaders from the Business Roundtable, Atlantic Council, and Mexican government (former) joined Page members to explore how CCOs can navigate these changes with clarity, calm, and confidence. Take a look at some key takeaways and comms strategies from the discussion to help leaders manage stakeholder expectations in a fast-evolving geopolitical environment. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3R3uEIQ #PageSociety #Geopolitics #TradePolicy #CCOLeadership #CorporateCommunications #StrategicComms #StakeholderEngagement

We’re still looking for outstanding mentors for this year’s MAPS program! The Mentoring to Accelerate Progress and Success program is a dynamic one-year mentorship initiative designed to connect experienced communication leaders with professionals at various stages of their careers. This program fosters meaningful connections, promotes professional growth, and enriches our industry with diverse perspectives. In today's rapidly evolving workforce, investing in mentorship is more crucial than ever. By becoming a MAPS mentor, you contribute to: ☑️ Building high-impact, cross-generational relationships. ☑️ Shaping the future of communications by supporting emerging talent. Applications are closing soon. Don't miss this opportunity to make a lasting impact—become a mentor today: https://bit.ly/MAPS2025 And check out what seasoned mentor Marta Ronquillo Newhart shares in this video about her experience https://lnkd.in/gYiWCWHY #Mentorship #ProfessionalGrowth #CommunicationLeadership #MAPSProgram #LeadershipDevelopment #InclusiveMentoring

Page People: Meet Dervilla Mullan As Chief Product Officer at NewsWhip, Dervilla leads product, design, and engineering teams helping communicators stay ahead of the stories shaping global reputations. She’s built a career at the intersection of innovation, tech, and customer insight, and is a passionate advocate for AI’s impact on the future of comms. Outside of work, Dervilla is a mentor, board member, and active voice in the AI + PR space—not to mention a proud marathoner, foodie, traveler, and Gaelic sports mom (catch her daughter in Bad Sisters, Season 2!). 💬 Curious about the future of news, AI’s impact on comms, or platform fragmentation? Dervilla’s a great person to talk to. ➡️ Learn more about her and others in our community here: https://brnw.ch/21wPcf1 #PagePeople #Innovation #AIinComms #NewsWhip #ProductLeadership #PageUp #FutureOfNews #CorporateCommunications #PageSociety

At a recent Page Society event in London, hosted by Mubadala's Kelly North and our UK Country Chair David Mounde, Frank X. Shaw, Microsoft’s CCO, shared a clear message: communicators must move from passive observers to active AI adopters. Here are 3 key takeaways from his session: 1️⃣ AI is your collaborator, not your replacement. 2️⃣ Real-time measurement is the new norm. 3️⃣ AI-enabled communicators will lead the way. Want more insights from the session? Read the full blog: https://bit.ly/4jiEKSh (Note: full presentation available to members only) #AI #CommsLeadership #CorporateCommunications #TheNewCCO #PageSociety #DigitalTransformation

Can a CEO still lead with purpose in a fractured world? We’re thrilled to announce that Dolf van den Brink, CEO of The HEINEKEN Company, will join us at the Page International Exchange in Amsterdam for an intimate fireside chat on leading a global brand in a time of uncertainty. As the head of one of the world’s most iconic brands, Dolf will share how Heineken is navigating these pressures while staying rooted in its values—and how European perspectives on stakeholder capitalism and sustainability are shaping the company’s global strategy. This session kicks off an incredible two days focused on our theme: Building Bridges in a Fractured World: Leading Through Emerging Stakeholder Risks. Registration is now open – Don’t miss your chance to join this important global conversation: https://bit.ly/PageIE25 A special thank you to our Country Chairs and Planning Committee for shaping what promises to be an extremely timely and thought-provoking conference. #PageInternationalExchange #PageIE #Leadership #Geopolitics #StakeholderCapitalism #AI #Sustainability #CCO #DolfvandenBrink #Heineken #CorporateLeadership #Trust #CommsLeadership

Mentoring to Accelerate Progress and Success is more than a mentorship program. It’s a platform for building deep, two-way relationships between senior communication leaders and professionals of color across all career stages. As a mentor, you won’t just guide—you’ll learn, grow, and expand your view of leadership through the power of reverse mentorship. It’s flexible (just quarterly touchpoints over a year), meaningful, and impactful. Take a look at what one of our longtime mentors and a Page Trustee Marta Ronquillo Newhart described it ⬇️ and sign up today! https://bit.ly/MAPS2025

Meet Page Member Alejandro Romero Paniagua! From starting as a trainee in Madrid to now serving as Global CEO and Partner at LLYC, Alejandro Romero’s journey has spanned continents, industries, and transformations. He’s led the firm’s expansion across Latin America, the U.S., and Europe, and today drives key client strategy, M&A, innovation, and growth for this global Marketing and Corporate Affairs powerhouse. His story is rooted in adaptability—from landing in Peru in the late ’90s with no contacts or context, to building bridges across cultures and teams. Alejandro brings a multicultural lens to everything he does—grounded in listening, reinvention, and strategic vision. 💬 Curious about big data, AI integration in comms, or the future of crisis strategy? Alejandro is always up for a great conversation—and maybe a recommendation on cigars or scotch, too. ➡️ Learn more about Alejandro and others in our community here: https://brnw.ch/21wPcf1 #PagePeople #Leadership #GlobalCEO #CorporateCommunications #MarketingStrategy #AIinComms #PageSociety

This year’s #PageSpring was filled with candid, off-the-record conversations that tackled the complexity of our world, the evolving role of the CCO, and the challenges shaping business and society today. Most sessions were under Chatham House Rule or fully off-the-record—so while we can’t share everything, we’ve compiled key takeaways, anonymized insights, and select recorded sessions so you can still benefit from the ideas and perspectives shared. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4iNUMUs From navigating geopolitical volatility and AI disruption to strengthening corporate character and workplace culture, these insights are designed to help members and other senior communicators lead with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose. #PageSpring #CCOLeadership #CorporateCommunications #StrategicComms #CorporateCharacter #FutureOfWork #PageSociety

How do you make AI work at scale? In the latest episode of our #NewCCO podcast, Golin's Megan Noel, former Senior Managing Director for Communications & Corporate Affairs at PwC, shares a powerful behind-the-scenes look at the company’s billion-dollar AI transformation—and the role communicators played in making it successful. The key takeaway? Technology is only half the battle. Change management is where communicators unlock the real value of AI. From upskilling 75,000 employees to building trust through policy and personalization, Megan shares how PwC empowered its people—and why communicators are uniquely positioned to lead this kind of transformation. Listen here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4l1loTq #AI #CCO #Leadership #ChangeManagement #FutureOfWork #InternalComms #DigitalTransformation #TheNewCCO #PageSociety

Exciting conversations on the future of communications at Page’s event in Darmstadt! Earlier this week, members of the Page Society’s community in Germany gathered at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany for a dynamic discussion on navigating volatility, multipolarity, and artificial intelligence—challenges that are reshaping the role of the Chief Communication Officer. It was inspiring to hear from our CEO, Rochelle L. Ford, Ph.D., APR, as she shared her vision for Page and how corporate character is more important than ever in guiding organizations through transformation. A special thank you to Siemens’ creativity expert Tobias Eismann, who reminded us why creativity remains a critical leadership skill in the AI era. Many thanks to our country chairs Axel Löber and Philip Müller and all the brilliant minds in the room who contributed to such a rich exchange of ideas. Looking forward to continuing these conversations as we bring the Page European tour to more cities in the coming week! Stay tuned for more updates from our events in Zurich, Copenhagen, London and Wageningen.