Strategic communications and leadership counsel with 25+ years of experience, from commercial public relations to international public affairs across different sectors. Public diplomacy analyst with comprehensive insight and appreciation for cultural, social and political dynamics in the Arabian Gulf region. Equally seasoned in delivering training and lectures, as well as implementation of organizational governance and policy.Areas of interest: Public diplomacy, strategic PR, reputation management, political risk, issues and crisis communication, journalism and media, information and narrative strategy; public policy, international relations and foreign affairs; think tanks, academia and higher education; government, semi-government, non-profit, international organizations; Gulf Cooperation Council, European Union.