Benny Damsgaard Email and Phone Number
Highly experienced Public Affairs and Crisis Communications professional. Long history of working in and around the top of Danish and European politics and with all areas of public affairs, government affairs, crisis communication and media handling. In the last years I have worked especially with clients within defence, critical infrastructure, tech and pharma.I am an often used political analyst and commentator on Danish national television, radio and in the major Danish newspapers and I have a regular political column on the leading Danish political website Altinget.dk and a weekly political podcast at piopio.dk. I am also a part-time lecturer at the Institute for Political Science at the University of Copenhagen where I teach a course in lobbyism.In 2018 I was selected to Krak’s Blue Book. Krak's Blue Book contains a list of Danes that has shown 'a particular significance in their area of expertise'. Krak’s Blue Book has been published since 1910.
Københavns Universitet - University Of Copenhagen
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Founder, Director And PartnerConxus Public Affairs Jan 2022 - PresentCopenhagen, Capital Region, DenmarkconXus Public Affairs helps clients within defense and security, critical infrastructure, tech and pharma. All areas that demand detailed knowledge and insight and where there is a close relationship between the political, regulatory side and the market.
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Part-Time Lecturer At The Department Of Political ScienceKøbenhavns Universitet - University Of Copenhagen Feb 2020 - PresentCopenhagen, Capital Region, DenmarkI have developed and teach a course at the Department of Political Science about Public Affairs and lobbyism in real life and how the field has changed/matured over the years.In the course the students and I go through the scientific literature produced on the subject, have guest lectures from the top of Danish politics and discuss the many ethical dilemmas in the field of lobbyism. -
Selected To Kraks Blue BookKraks Blå Bog / Gads Forlag May 2018 - PresentCopenhagen Area, DenmarkSelected to Kraks Blue Book 2018. Contains a list of Danes that have shown 'a particular significance in their area of expertise'. Kraks Blue Book has been published since 1910. -
Political And Strategic AdvisorConxus Mar 2020 - Jan 2022Copenhagen, Capital Region, DenmarkconXus is one of the global aerospace, defence, security, and advanced technologies company Lockheed Martin's most used consultants in Denmark.I advise conXus and Lockheed Martin on the inner workings of Danish politics with a focus on defence and security related matters.One of my primary areas of focus is the development in and around the Arctic. Lockheed Martin produces a wide range of highly advanced capabilities that can strengthen the Kingdom of Denmark's defence and… Show more conXus is one of the global aerospace, defence, security, and advanced technologies company Lockheed Martin's most used consultants in Denmark.I advise conXus and Lockheed Martin on the inner workings of Danish politics with a focus on defence and security related matters.One of my primary areas of focus is the development in and around the Arctic. Lockheed Martin produces a wide range of highly advanced capabilities that can strengthen the Kingdom of Denmark's defence and security in the Arctic, as well as make a positive contribution to the Greenlandic community and civil preparedness. Show less -
Freelance Senior Public Affairs And Crisis Communication AdvisorBd Kommunikation Oct 2019 - Jan 2022Copenhagen Area, Capital Region, DenmarkI help companies and organizations formulate effective political positions and influence the right political stakeholders. I also advise on how you minimize the damage of critical media coverage and keep control of your own agenda when you are under intense pressure. I have worked closely with public and private clients from all areas and sectors but have extensive experience helping clients within pharma, finance and technology.I also hold regular seminars on the inner workings… Show more I help companies and organizations formulate effective political positions and influence the right political stakeholders. I also advise on how you minimize the damage of critical media coverage and keep control of your own agenda when you are under intense pressure. I have worked closely with public and private clients from all areas and sectors but have extensive experience helping clients within pharma, finance and technology.I also hold regular seminars on the inner workings of Danish politics and how it can be influenced most effectively.Last but not least I am a frequent political analyst on Danish national television, radio and in the major Danish newspapers. Show less
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Director Of Public AffairsGeelmuyden Kiese Danmark Dec 2016 - Sep 2019Copenhagen Area, DenmarkI helped companies and organizations formulate effective political positions and influence the right political stakeholders. I also advised on how you minimize the damage of critical media coverage and keep control of your own agenda when you are under intense pressure. -
Head Of Communications And PolicyThe Conservative People'S Party Mar 2013 - May 2016Copenhagen Area, DenmarkI was head of The Conservative People's Party's department for Press and Policy. The department assists the members of parliament with the development and presentation of their political views's and with the party's ongoing relations to the press.My main responsibilities were the development of the party’s political proposals; responses to other party’s proposal and political negotiations with the government, trade associations and NGO’s. I was also responsible for the development of… Show more I was head of The Conservative People's Party's department for Press and Policy. The department assists the members of parliament with the development and presentation of their political views's and with the party's ongoing relations to the press.My main responsibilities were the development of the party’s political proposals; responses to other party’s proposal and political negotiations with the government, trade associations and NGO’s. I was also responsible for the development of the party’s communication strategies, daily strategic and tactical advice to the party leadership; handling of all media relations for the party’s chairman; background briefings of journalist and commentators.The following was written about me in the Danish media when I stopped as Head of Communication and Policy: Erik Holstein in Altinget on 31 May, 2016: ”Damsgaard is a political veteran, trained in all parts of the political game and has excellent connections in all parts of the Parliament.” Hans Engell in Ekstra Bladet on 1 June, 2016: ”… Damsgaard has super connections and is considered a good but cynical strategist.” Helle Ib in Børsen on 3 June, 2016: ”… respected, analytically strong and hard working …” Show less -
Senior Advisor To The CeoThe Confederation Of Danish Industry Oct 2010 - Feb 2013Copenhagen Area, DenmarkPersonal assistant and senior advisor to the CEO. Advised the CEO on - among many other things - political matters and his public appearances. -
Liaison - The Social Democratic Party Of DenmarkThe Confederation Of Danish Industry Mar 2011 - Jan 2013Copenhagen Area, DenmarkResponsible for DI's overall relations to The Social Democratic Party of Denmark. Included regular meeting with leading members of the Social Democratic parliamentary group and their employees, participation in the annual conference and surveillance of the party's politics. -
Senior AdvisorThe Confederation Of Danish Industry Jul 2008 - Oct 2010Copenhagen Area, DenmarkWorking to improve the conditions for DI's 2600 members in the Greater Copenhagen Area. I was - among other tings - responsible for DI's relations to regional and municipal politicians in the region and for getting DI's messages out in the media. -
Liaison - The Social Democratic Party Of DenmarkThe Confederation Of Danish Industry Apr 2008 - Dec 2009Responsible for DI's overall relations to The Social Democratic Party of Denmark. Included regular meeting with leading members of the Social Democratic parliamentary group and their employees, participation in the annual conference and surveillance of the party's politics. -
ConsultantThe Confederation Of Danish Industry Dec 2005 - Jun 2008Copenhagen Area, DenmarkA part of DI’s national press team. The position included ongoing contact to regional, national and international media, preparation of press releases, damage control etc. -
Liaison - The Danish Social-Liberal PartyThe Confederation Of Danish Industry Mar 2007 - Apr 2008Responsible for DI's overall relations to The Danish Social-Liberal Party. Included regular meeting with leading members of the Social-Liberal parliamentary group and their employees, participation in the annual conference and surveillance of the party's politics. -
Communication AdviserOperate A/S Nov 2004 - Dec 2005Copenhagen Area, DenmarkResponsible for the implementation of major communications strategies and campaigns. Crises counselling for large companies. -
Project ManagerØresund Network Ab Mar 2002 - Oct 2004Malmo, SwedenWorked with international marketing and branding of The Oresund Region and public affairs towards national media in Denmark and Sweden.
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Head Of ProductionsRostra A/S Apr 1998 - Dec 2001Copenhagen Area, DenmarkA part of the management of the PR- and communication agency Rostra A/S with responsibility for the production of webpages, print material etc. Rostra A/S was specialist in the development and execution of general information campaigns on behalf of primarily public authorities and organizations.
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Secretary For Mp Gitte SeebergDet Konservative Folkeparti Apr 1998 - Feb 1999Copenhagen Area, DenmarkBesides ordinary secretary work I advised Gitte Seeberg on media, communication and internal party strategy. -
Student HelpDet Konservative Folkeparti Jul 1996 - Apr 1998Copenhagen Area, DenmarkStudent help at The Conservative Press- and Information service at the Danish Parliament. Among other things responsible for ongoing analysis of polls and the creation of the party’s first homepage.
Benny Damsgaard Skills
Benny Damsgaard Education Details
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European Association Of Political ConsultantsMaster Class 2010, Wien -
Course: Succesful Strategy Implementation -
Jounalistik For Informationsmedarbejdere
Frequently Asked Questions about Benny Damsgaard
What company does Benny Damsgaard work for?
Benny Damsgaard works for Københavns Universitet - University Of Copenhagen
What is Benny Damsgaard's role at the current company?
Benny Damsgaard's current role is Founder, director and partner at conXus Public Affairs.
What is Benny Damsgaard's email address?
Benny Damsgaard's email address is bda@di.dk
What schools did Benny Damsgaard attend?
Benny Damsgaard attended Københavns Universitet - University Of Copenhagen, European Association Of Political Consultants, Copenhagen Business School, Danmarks Medie- Og Journalisthøjskole.
What skills is Benny Damsgaard known for?
Benny Damsgaard has skills like Public Affairs, Lobbying, Politics, Political Science, Political Communication, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Political Campaigns, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, International Relations, Public Speaking.
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