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04-03-2021
Download the Mavence Measuring Public Affairs 2020 Study
Mavence is proud to present its Measuring Public Affairs 2020 Study Report, capturing cross-sectional perspectives and front-line insights on how advocacy is practiced, measured, evaluated, challenged, and improved from senior Public Affairs executives working at EU level and beyond. To receive your copy of the full study report, please fill out this quick request form […]
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02-03-2021 Newsletter
Mavence Newsletter – Issue 9 | February 2021
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24-02-2021
Insights: 2021 – the Year Ahead, with Cynthia Fürste & Paul Adamson
Mavence Director Cynthia Fürste and Paul Adamson, Chairman of Mavence Forum, discuss the year ahead and some of the key geopolitical issues to watch in 2021, including the newly inaugurated Biden administration in the U.S., global action against climate change, China, and shifting relationships within - and beyond - Europe post-Brexit.
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22-02-2021
Event – Register Now for the Measuring Public Affairs virtual study launch, 4 March 2021
Register now for the virtual launch of the Mavence Measuring Public Affairs 2020 study panel & presentation
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02-02-2021 Newsletter
Mavence Newsletter – Issue 8 | January 2021
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29-01-2021
Mavence announces new Paris office & new Managing Director for Brussels
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23-12-2020 Article
Insights: Making the most of change – how experience and dynamism intersect in an evolving talent market
The job market is changing, and the transition away from long-term careers of growth within a single organisation is no longer a phenomenon unique to younger generations seeking to find their place in a dynamic workforce. Senior figures across many sectors, but particularly from associations and small to mid-size consultancies, have begun to embrace new […]
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14-12-2020
Interview with Thomas Tindemans – H+K Strategies | Part 2
In part 2 of their first interview, Mavence Senior Adviser Paul Adamson and Hill + Knowlton Strategies Brussels' Chairman Thomas Tindemans discuss the evolving public affairs environment and context in the European quarter in times of Covid-19, and the future of engagement.
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03-12-2020 Newsletter
Mavence Newsletter – Issue 7 | November 2020
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01-12-2020 Interview
Interview with Thomas Tindemans – H+K Strategies | Part I
Senior Advisor and PA Maven Paul Adamson sits down with fellow veteran Thomas Tindemans, Chairman & EU Practice Lead for public affairs at Hill + Knowlton Strategies Brussels. In this conversation, the first of a 2-part interview, Paul and Thomas discuss the EU public affairs environment and importance of maintaining a strong presence in Brussels.
Senior Adviser and PA Maven Paul Adamson sits down with fellow veteran Thomas Tindemans, Chairman & EU Practice Lead for public affairs at Hill + Knowlton Strategies Brussels. In this conversation, the first of a 2-part interview, Paul and Thomas discuss the EU public affairs environment and importance of maintaining a strong presence in Brussels.
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27-11-2020 Interview
Interview with András Baneth – Public Affairs Council | EU Training | SpeakerHub
Mavence Deputy Director Anna Koj interviewed András Baneth, Managing Director of the Public Affairs Council's Brussels office and co-founder of EU Training and SpeakerHub, on recruitment and selection reform in the European Union institutions.
Mavence Deputy Director Anna Koj interviewed András Baneth, Managing Director of the Public Affairs Council’s Brussels office and co-founder of EU Training and SpeakerHub, on recruitment and selection reform in the European Union institutions.
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03-11-2020 Article
Insights from Amsterdam: Differences lobbying at EU, national, and municipal levels
As a public affairs practitioner, independent consultant, and senior advisor, I have spent a significant part of my professional career working in the Brussels ‘EU bubble’. Over the years I have supported the work of multinational corporate clients as well as a leading trade association, engaging on a diverse range of issues at the EU […]
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02-11-2020 Newsletter
Mavence Newsletter – Issue 6 | October 2020
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30-10-2020 Interview
Interview with Marie Audren – Director General, HOTREC
Mavence Senior Advisor Cynthia Fürste interviewed Marie Audren, Director General at HOTREC, the umbrella association of hotels, restaurants, and cafes in Europe, for an open discussion on taking on new challenges and making ambitious career moves in the midst of pandemic, and the importance of staying connected in times of uncertainty and change.
Mavence Senior Advisor Cynthia Fürste interviewed Marie Audren, Director General at HOTREC, the umbrella association of hotels, restaurants, and cafes in Europe, for an open discussion on taking on new challenges and making ambitious career moves in the midst of pandemic, and the importance of staying connected in times of uncertainty and change.
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02-10-2020 Newsletter
Mavence Newsletter – Issue 5 | September 2020
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01-10-2020 Interview
Interview with Claudia Stuckmann-Invernizzi – Head of Public Affairs, Retail & Food Chain Outreach, International Operations at Zoetis
Mavence Deputy Director Anna Koj interviewed Claudia Stuckmann-Invernizzi, Head of Public Affairs, Retail & Food Chain Outreach, International Operations at Zoetis earlier this month for a behind-the-scenes look at the growing momentum behind linking sustainability and public affairs best practices on an international scale.
Mavence Deputy Director Anna Koj interviewed Claudia Stuckmann-Invernizzi, Head of Public Affairs, Retail & Food Chain Outreach, International Operations at Zoetis earlier this month for a behind-the-scenes look at the growing momentum behind linking sustainability and public affairs best practices on an international scale.
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29-09-2020
Measuring the impact of Covid-19 on cross-sector employee motivation and performance: challenge and resilience in times of crisis
Mavence 2020 employee survey - Measuring the impact of Covid-19 on cross-sector employee motivation and performance: challenge and resilience in times of crisis
While many expert groups and economic analysts have sought to grapple with long-term consequences and macro trends disrupted or reshaped by the global pandemic, it is important not to lose sight of the day-to-day realities of coping with and adjusting to crisis – both as individuals, and as members of larger teams used to working […]
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24-09-2020 Article
Insights: Turning off the Tap: How talent shocks disrupt Europe’s association ecosystem
As the home of the EU institutions, Brussels has often been called the heart of Europe. Not only is it a major hub of EU policy making, it is a professional and political crossroads that is built upon a nearly constant flow of skilled and ambitious people to and from member states and beyond. In […]
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01-09-2020 Newsletter
Mavence Newsletter – Issue 4 | August 2020
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01-08-2020 Newsletter
Mavence Newsletter – Issue 3 | July 2020
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28-07-2020 Interview
Interview with Samuel Laurinkari – Head of Global Public Policy at WOLT
Samuel Laurinkari is the Head of Global Public Policy at WOLT, a Finnish technology company in the food delivery sector, where he is responsible for establishing a global PA practice. Prior to this, he was head of EU affairs for eBay, and has held positions with both FTI Consulting and LVMH. Jason Descamps, Mavence […]
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28-07-2020
Insights: What role for public affairs professionals as we’re emerging from Covid-19 lockdown?
As we’re grappling with the economic and societal impact Covid-19 has had on us as human beings, on how we work, and on the economy at large, could public affairs be the force behind the return to normal? While the pandemic has significantly impacted how we go about our day-to-day lives personally and professionally, with […]
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01-07-2020 Newsletter
Mavence Newsletter – Issue 2 | June 2020
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30-06-2020 Article
Everything you ever wanted to know about Mavence – FAQ
Since we first announced that after 7 years as the European Affairs Recruitment Specialists, EARS was launching the next stage of our journey as Mavence, we’ve received a number of questions from our network on both sides of the Atlantic as to what exactly will be changing. As a handy reference, we decided to put […]
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01-06-2020 Newsletter
Mavence Newsletter – Issue 1 | May 2020
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09-03-2020 Article
Mavence 2020 updates!
As we enter 2020, Mavence has some news you can use about our business. Get in the know about public affairs recruitment, employment and coaching with us. Going global Public affairs pros who can win for a cause are needed far beyond the EU. We want to be your partner to search and place them. […]
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Julia Harrison – Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting
We interviewed Julia Harrison, Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting about her life’s work and view of the public affairs scene. Julia specialises in board-level advice and was previously CEO Europe of an international consultancy. She has 30 years public affairs experience and has worked at the highest level across sectors and industries. FTI is […]
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Liam Benham, Vice President Government and Regulatory Affairs Europe at IBM
As IBM’s European Vice President for Government and Regulatory Affairs, Liam Benham has a unique point of view on the Brussels Bubble. Especially when it comes to the digital economy and Brexit. How would you describe your management and leadership style at IBM and how have you adapted this from your time with Ford? My […]
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Nathalie Errard, Senior Vice President, Head of Europe and NATO Affairs at Airbus
Airbus’s chief lobbyist, Nathalie Errard spoke to us about her advocacy work and views on the business. What’s on the policy agenda for Airbus in Brussels? Our team of 10 is engaged in conversations with the EU and providing a diplomatic and strategic view on NATO. From Airbus Commercial – accounting for around two-thirds of […]
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09-03-2020
Advice too good not to share
We like to collect good tidbits of advice from across the web on leadership and management that’s relevant for public affairs. Here are some too good not to share. Happy reading from Mavence! Why Curiosity Matters – Harvard Business Review “New research shows that curiosity is vital to an organization’s performance—as are the particular ways […]
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Paul Adamson, the Godfather of Public Affairs & Proud Maven
Politico likes to call Paul Adamson the “Godfather of lobbying”. And for good reason. The Brussels based firm he founded in the 80s made him an important champion for business facing a whole new world of European regulation. Today, he’s one of our proud Mavens. We spoke to Paul about his views on the “Brussels […]
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Cecilia Bonefeld-Dahl, Director General at Digital Europe
Digital is the hottest policy area in every national capital today. And there’s nobody better to talk about it with than the Director General of Digital Europe – the voice of the digital industry in Europe. Hear what Cecilia Bonefeld-Dahl has to say about working in the business. DigitalEurope represents the digital technology industry in […]
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Geert Cami, Managing Director of Friends of Europe
We speak to Geert Cami, Co-Founder and Managing Director of leading Brussels think-tank Friends of Europe. He talks about its creation, how the think-tank environment in Brussels has evolved and the power of compromise.
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Serap Altinisik of PLAN International
Serap Altinisik leads the EU Office of Plan International, an international NGO advancing children’s rights and equality for girls. We spoke to her about what it’s like working as the chief European advocate for this important cause. Tell us bit more about what your organisation’s mission and vision is? The purpose of PLAN International is […]
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Jean-Pierre Clamadieu, CEO of Solvay
We speak to Jean-Pierre Clamadieu, CEO of Solvay, about the benefits of having public sector experience in leading a private company, and about the role European business has in promoting European values.
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Karen Massin of BCW
Before becoming Google’s Chief Policy Officer in 2020, Karen Massin was CEO of Burson-Marsteller (now BCW). We talked to her in her Burson-Marsteller days about life as one of Europe’s most influential lobbyists and female leaders. What inspires you about public affairs and motivates you as a CEO? What inspires me is Europe; I believe […]
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09-03-2020 Interview
Interview with Stan McCoy, President of the Motion Picture Association
We all love movies and TV. What about the policy surrounding the industry? That’s where Stan McCoy comes in as President of Europe’s Motion Picture Association (MPA). Hear what Stan has to say about repping the entertainment industry in the Brussels Bubble and building a creative team of advocates. As the voice of the global […]
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