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Olivia F

Senior Communications Manager I Corporate & Crisis I Lifestyle I PR & Digital | 20+ Yrs Experience |

About Me

Senior Communications Leader | Corporate, Crisis & Public Affairs | International Scope with over 20 years of experience navigating high-pressure, matrix, and international environments, I specialize in building and protecting brand reputation for global organizations. From leading regional communications at Tetra Pak to managing group-level strategies at Lagardère Active, I have a proven track record of advising C-suite executives on complex communication challenges. Core Expertise: - Strategic Corporate Communications: Developing 360° global strategies and driving impactful media relations across FR/EU/International markets. - Crisis Management & Public Affairs: Expert in handling sensitive financial, social, and reputational crises (M&A, hostile takeovers) and leading regulatory monitoring (AGEC Law, EU PPWD). - Digital Strategy & Performance: Leveraging social media, content storytelling, and marketing automation (MQL/SQL) to drive brand engagement and growth. - Leadership: Empowering diverse teams of up to 20 consultants and managing annual budgets of €1M+. Through A Fox in Paris, I now provide strategic consultancy to help brands define their narrative, navigate crises, and build lasting influence in an interconnected world. Bilingual English/French with a global mindset shaped by professional experiences in France, the UK, the Middle East, and Australia.

Jurisdiction

Region: Europe

Notable Employer

  • Communications Manager France & Benelux at Tetra Pak

Experience

Seniority LevelDirector
Years of Experience20+ years
Current StatusActive
Communications Manager France & BeneluxNotableTetra Pak
2021 - 2024

Led integrated communications for a multi-country region within a global, matrix organisation. Defined and executed external, internal, CSR and public affairs strategies for France & Benelux Acted as strategic communications partner to the Executive Committee (COMEX) Led crisis communications including financial, social and reputational issues (hostile takeover, delisting, sensitive transformations) Coordinated EU public affairs and legislative monitoring (AGEC Law, PPWD/R) with internal and external stakeholders Delivered integrated communication campaigns supporting sustainability and innovation narratives Managed agencies and annual budgets (~€1M), tracking performance and KPIs Led high-visibility executive events including Choose France Summit (CEO & regional President exposure, 3 consecutive years)

Founder - FreelanceA Fox in Paris Communications Consulting & Services
2025 - Present

Independent senior communications advisor supporting organisations and leaders in high-impact, complex environments. Advise executive teams on corporate communications, reputation management, crisis preparedness and digital strategy Support brand positioning, messaging frameworks and narrative alignment Provide strategic counsel across multiple industries and organisational contexts Act as a trusted partner to leadership teams on sensitive communication topics

Communications Lead FranceEIT DIGITAL
2016 - 2019

Oversaw communications for two key European markets within a public innovation ecosystem. Led communications strategy for France and the UK, aligned with European Commission objectives Supported the launch and promotion of education, innovation and research programs Managed digital platforms, content strategy and stakeholder communications Worked closely with academic, corporate and institutional partners

Head of Communications & EditorialLeGuide.com Group (Lagardère Active)
2011 - 2016

Group-level communications leadership role across a multi-country digital organisation. Directed corporate communications and editorial strategy for 14 European entities Led financial communications during major corporate events (M&A, acquisition of Ciao, hostile takeover by Lagardère Active) Managed media relations, analyst briefings and investor communications Oversaw editorial teams, consumer forums and content platforms Supported executive leadership during periods of intense transformation and scrutiny

Education

Masters of Global Communications / Business CommunicationsISCOM Paris
1997 - 1999

Skills

Core skills0
Languages2

Languages

French
English