Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Global Corporate Communications Specialists
John Connolly & Partners has established itself as a global leader in navigating complex corporate challenges over three decades. Our expertise lies in delivering strategic communications solutions that protect and enhance organisational reputations during critical moments. We combine evidence-based methodologies with deep industry experience to provide tailored guidance across crisis management, government relations, and litigation communications. Our team works directly with executive leadership to align communications strategies with broader business objectives, ensuring long-term positive outcomes. With a network spanning 12 international locations, we offer clients access to localised insights while maintaining a cohesive global approach.Our proprietary research into stakeholder engagement and corporate reputation management positions us at the forefront of industry innovation. We maintain an average client relationship duration of 15 years, reflecting the trust placed in our ability to handle sensitive matters effectively. Our services extend beyond traditional PR to encompass executive media training, shareholder activism strategies, and corporate restructuring communications. The firm's founders pioneered the concept of holistic corporate branding, which remains central to our approach. We prioritise transparency and ethical practices in all client engagements, ensuring alignment with both legal requirements and community expectations.
Services
Crisis Management
Government Relations
Litigation Communications
Mergers & Acquisitions
Reputation Management
Shareholder Activism
Executive Media Training
Project Management
Employee Engagement
Research & Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in corporate crisis management
- Our global network spans 12 international locations
- We implement evidence-based strategies from proprietary research
- We provide 24/7 emergency communications support
- Our average client relationship lasts 15 years
Services
Crisis Management
Our crisis management specialists help organisations limit reputational damage during high-profile incidents. We implement rapid response strategies while maintaining long-term brand integrity. Our approach combines real-time media monitoring with stakeholder engagement protocols to protect executive leadership and organisational assets during critical periods.
Government Relations
We build strategic connections between corporations and government bodies to influence policy outcomes. Our team develops tailored engagement frameworks that align organisational objectives with regulatory requirements. Through proactive relationship management, we help clients navigate complex legislative landscapes while maintaining public accountability.
Litigation Communications
Our litigation communications service manages reputational risks during legal proceedings. We develop coordinated messaging strategies that complement legal defence while maintaining stakeholder confidence. The team specialises in handling media inquiries, preparing executive statements, and managing public perception during court proceedings and regulatory investigations.
Executive Media Training
We equip senior executives with media engagement skills through customised training programs. Our curriculum covers crisis response techniques, message development frameworks, and interview preparation strategies. The training focuses on building confidence in communicating organisational values to diverse audiences including journalists, investors, and regulatory bodies.
Reputation Management
Our reputation management programs combine proactive and reactive strategies to enhance organisational trustworthiness. We develop comprehensive monitoring systems to track stakeholder sentiment across multiple channels. The service includes tailored response protocols for different audience segments, ensuring consistent messaging that aligns with corporate values and business objectives.
People
John Connolly
Partner
With 40 years' experience in public relations, John Connolly has advised global corporations on complex communications challenges. His expertise spans crisis management, corporate reputation strategy, and executive media training. He pioneered the concept of holistic corporate branding and maintains active client relationships across multiple industries.
Julie Connolly
Director
Julie Connolly specialises in investor relations strategy and financial market research. She has developed comprehensive communications frameworks for multinational clients facing shareholder activism and regulatory scrutiny. Her work focuses on aligning corporate messaging with investor expectations while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Paul Edwards
Director
Paul Edwards brings 35 years' corporate communications experience across financial services, energy, and media sectors. He has led communications strategies during major industry transformations, including mergers, acquisitions, and regulatory changes. His expertise includes developing stakeholder engagement programs for high-profile organisational restructures.
Michael Spencer
Associate
Michael Spencer has 30 years' experience managing complex issues in corporate, government, and not-for-profit sectors. He specialises in developing risk mitigation strategies for organisations facing public scrutiny. His work includes designing communication protocols for parliamentary inquiries and managing community engagement during contentious policy implementations.
Bailey Broom
Associate Director
Bailey Broom oversees research and analysis for corporate affairs planning. He leads the development of data-driven communications strategies based on stakeholder sentiment analysis. His role includes implementing executive training programs and evaluating the effectiveness of reputation management initiatives across client organisations.
Questions
What industries do you specialise in?
We work across financial services, energy, media, healthcare, and technology sectors with particular expertise in regulated industries.
How do you handle international crises?
Our global network in 12 locations provides local insights while maintaining consistent strategic direction across all operations.
What makes your approach different?
We combine proprietary research with practical execution, focusing on long-term reputation management rather than short-term fixes.
How do you measure success?
We track stakeholder sentiment changes, media narrative shifts, and alignment with client business objectives throughout engagements.
Can you assist with regulatory issues?
Yes, we have extensive experience managing communications during regulatory investigations and parliamentary inquiries globally.
