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Perspectives

How Blockchain Is Reshaping the Travel and Tourism Industry  

August 22, 2024
A Joint Statement from Our Executive Chair & CEO - Corporate Citizenship Report

Community

Sharing APCO's 2023 Responsible Business & Corporate Citizenship Report

September 23, 2024
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News & Events

The Mahindra Group Selects APCO as Agency of Record for U.S. Business

August 5, 2024
APCO’s 2024 ‘TradeMarks’ Study

APCO’s 2024 ‘TradeMarks’ Study: Associations Show Strength on Unity and Connections

APCO’s 2024 TradeMarks study reveals that trade associations are regaining effectiveness, with half of tracked sectors improving over 2023. Financial services and retail lead the way, driven by strong membership mobilization and unified voices amid growing demands for integrated communication strategies....

October 8, 2024
Competition and Security

Competition and Security: New Rules, New Playbook

APCO recently hosted a luncheon at Fordham Law School’s Annual Conference on International Antitrust Law and Policy, bringing together key regulators and industry leaders to discuss the intersection of competition and national security. The discussion highlighted how geopolitical disruptions are reshaping competition policy and regulatory enforcement for businesses worldwide....

October 7, 2024 / Benjamin Faull
Securitized Globalization and Cyber Resilience

2024: The Year of Securitized Globalization and Cyber Resilience

In the rise of securitized globalization, national security takes precedence over economic interdependence, and there is growing importance of cyber resilience. With cyberattacks increasing in frequency and complexity, businesses must prioritize proactive strategies to protect their operations and reputations. ...

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APCO’s Top 10 Data Takeaways from UNGA79

Following UNGA week, APCO teams are combining on-the-ground takeaways with a data-centric approach to highlight what stood out across the General Debate, public announcements and sideline conversations—with insights on top conversation drivers, trending influencers and events to back it up. ...

Understanding Online Slander in Japan

From Connection to Conflict: Understanding Online Slander in Japan

Social networking services (SNS) in Japan face growing concerns over online slander, fueled by digital anonymity and loneliness. Innovative approaches, such as fostering real-world connections through community-building apps, may help tackle these issues and promote healthier online and offline interactions. ...

Corporate Affairs in the Pharmaceutical Industry

Corporate Affairs in the Pharmaceutical Industry: How to Succeed in a Complex and Evolving Landscape

This white paper explores the evolving challenges faced by corporate affairs leaders in the pharmaceutical industry, highlighting key factors like AI, supply chain vulnerabilities, regulatory changes and the growing importance of ESG and DEI considerations....

September 30, 2024 / Wayne Pines, Nicole Cohen
Future of health care

What Next in Health Care? 

While our system for providing health care is far from perfect, there are some developments worth noting, which point us in the direction of possible future reforms and thus opportunities. ...

September 30, 2024 / Matt Eyles, William Pierce
Litigation Communications

Minimizing Reputational Damage from Litigation

In crisis management during litigation, close collaboration between legal and communications teams is essential. Communications professionals help anticipate public reactions, mitigate reputational damage and ensure messaging aligns with legal strategy without leading it. ...

September 30, 2024 / Pete Wentz, Ellie Rutland
Global Health Financing

Navigating the Future of Global Health Care Financing 

We are at an inflection point for the future of global health care. But with multiple global health development funds due for replenishment, 2025 is setting up to be a critical year in determining how much and how fast progress will continue....

September 30, 2024 / Mathew Shearman
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Japan Fair Trade Commission Preparing for More Proactive Enforcement

Our Tokyo team prepared this memo on recent actions taken by Japan's Fair Trade Commission (JFTC)....

September 27, 2024