SEC Newgate Group

We are happy to share that Peter Coolen has been appointed as CEO of Wepublic, SEC Newgate’s Dutch consultancy agency specialized in corporate and public affairs. With deep expertise in strategic communications, reputation management, and issue advisory, Peter will lead the firm’s next phase of growth and development, further integrating the Dutch PA offering across the Group’s European footprint. Peter succeeds the firm’s co-CEOs Maaike van Hooidonk and Mark van den Anker, who have been pivotal in establishing Wepublic as a leading force in the industry.    Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty #SECNewgate 

Earlier this month, PRovoke Media held its EMEA Summit 2025 in London. The event explored the new global forces shaping today’s communication landscape — and how they’re transforming the way businesses build trust and influence among consumers and communities. From navigating disinformation and embracing the power of AI to boosting creativity and rethinking the role of public affairs experts, read the article by Camilla Invernizzi, Group Marketing Specialist at SEC Newgate, for a full overview of the main themes and takeaways from the conference: https://lnkd.in/dRzFnUiC Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty #SECNewgate #EMEASummit #PRovokeMedia 

“We are not in an era of changes, but in a change of era”.    This is how Mario Walter Mauro – former Vice President of the European Parliament, former Italy’s Minister of Defence, founder of MESEURO, and member of SEC Newgate’s Global Corporate and Geopolitical Advisory Council – set the stage for a thought-provoking conversation during SEC Newgate’s panel ‘Redefining Public Affairs in a New Global Order’ at the PRovoke Media’s EMEA Summit 2025.    Interviewed by Allie Renison - Associate Director at SEC Newgate UK and former policy adviser to the UK’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade - Mario Mauro discussed the intricate balances of the current geopolitical landscape: from the introduction of new EU trade agreements to the evolving EU-UK relationship and the increasing influence of authoritarian regimes.  Explore the key takeaways from the event and how these shifting dynamics are reshaping international relations and redefining the role of public affairs experts: https://lnkd.in/dtbYvWY8 Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty #SECNewgate #EMEASummit #PRovokeMedia  

We are happy to announce that SEC Newgate Group’s agencies, SEC Newgate UK and V+O Group, have been shortlisted for the PRWeek Corporate Affairs Awards 2025. These nominations recognize impactful projects across diverse sectors and industries—from the divestment strategy handled for the Hellenic Financial Stability Fund to the lobbying campaign developed for the Venture Capital Trust Association (VCTA) and the social media campaign rolled-out for Hello Hydrogen. Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty

After last week's 'Liberation Day,' which introduced new US tariffs on over 100 countries, President Trump has now announced a 90-day pause for most nations affected by the higher measures, lowering them to a universal 10%. PRWeek UK asked some top public affairs experts in the UK their point of view on the impact on the country. In his contribution, Mark Glover, Chairman at SEC Newgate UK, commented “As countries reportedly queue up to try and cut a deal with the US, traders are weighing up a wait-and-see approach in case tariffs are removed, reduced or retaliated against, while reviewing cross-border contracts to ensure liability for cost rises is ironed out.”   Click here to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eHPe7q3h Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty

Following the German federal elections held in February, weeks of intense coalition negotiations have led to a new governing alliance between Friedrich Merz’s conservative CDU/CSU party and the center-left Social Democrats (SPD).   Read the overview prepared by SEC Newgate Deutschland GmbH, highlighting some of the key policy agreements that will shape the new government’s vision.   Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty #SECNewgate #elections    

On 2 April, President Trump unveiled the US ‘Reciprocal Tariff Plan’, introducing new tariffs on over 100 countries—including the EU. With approximately 70% of the EU’s exports potentially affected, it’s crucial for businesses to understand how to navigate this shifting and complex economic landscape.   In our latest analysis, SEC Newgate EU outlines possible EU responses and countermeasures to the US tariffs, and examines the broader implications for trade policy in the months ahead. Stay informed and ahead of the curve by downloading our analysis here👇🏻 Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty | Feriel Saouli | Simone Ceruti #SECNewgate

Congratulations to Zofia Bugajna-Kasdepke, Founding Partner and CEO of SEC Newgate CEE, and Szymon Dziewięcki, Advisor at SEC Newgate CEE, on their well-deserved wins at the AD Wo/Man Awards in the PR Agencies and Young categories. It’s remarkable to see two professionals from the same agency being recognized with such a prestigious award, which annually celebrates excellence, innovation, and creativity in the PR industry. Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty #SECNewgate #kudos #ADWoMan 

At PRovoke Media’s EMEA Summit 2025, SEC Newgate hosted the panel ‘Redefining Public Affairs in a New Global Order’, which explored the complex interplay between trade, geopolitics, and public affairs in the current global landscape. Thanks to our esteemed panellist, Mario Walter Mauro - former Vice President of the European Parliament, former Italy’s Minister of Defence, founder of MESEURO, and member of SEC Newgate’s Global Corporate and Geopolitical Advisory Council - interviewed by Allie Renison, Associate Director at SEC Newgate UK. The conversation revolved around some of the most pressing economic and political issues, providing valuable insights to organizations navigating this new era. Stay tuned to discover the key takeaways from SEC Newgate’s panel. Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty #SECNewgate #PRovokeMedia #EMEASummit 

We are thrilled to share that last night, SEC Newgate was recognised as the Best Continental Europe Agency of the Year 2025 at the PRovoke Media’s EMEA SABRE Awards!    This achievement, recognising the top 10 agencies of continental Europe, is particularly meaningful as it highlights our Group’s strong leadership and extended presence in the EMEA region, under Head of Western EMEA Emma Kane and Head of Eastern EMEA Sebastian Hejnowski.   Congratulations also to SEC Newgate CEE for their outstanding success with the TVN Warner Bros. Discovery campaign ‘Saving Free Media in Poland’, which has won the Best Baltic Campaign award.     A huge thank you to our colleagues for striving to excellence in strategic corporate affairs and communications, and to our clients for trusting us.   Now, it’s time to celebrate!    Fiorenzo Tagliabue | Jon Silvan | Jefrey Pollock | Emma Kane | Sebastian Hejnowski | Brian Tyson | eric giuily | Paola Ambrosino | Cara Rich | Dan Doherty SEC Newgate Italia | V+O Group | CLAI - Membre de SEC Newgate | SEC Newgate EU | Wepublic | SEC Newgate Spain Consultores de Comunicación | SEC Newgate CEE | SEC Newgate Middle East | SEC Newgate Deutschland GmbH | ORCA Affairs GmbH #SECNewgate #SABREAwards #PRovokeEMEA