Global Counsel and Bien Commun Advisory partner to strengthen French market coverage
Global Counsel, a leading strategic advisory firm specialising in integrated consultancy services, is pleased to partner with Bien Commun Advisory (BCA), a prominent public affairs and strategic communications consultancy based in Paris. The partnership with BCA will reinforce Global Counsel’s strategic advice and support to clients with exposure to political, regulatory and policy developments in France.
A key driver of European and global debates, businesses operating in France are grappling with increasing policy uncertainty driven by both domestic and international pressures. Partnering with BCA supports Global Counsel’s mission and deepens its understanding of French institutions and deliver sharp insight, risk assessments, and engagement strategies to clients operating in or affected by developments in Paris.
The collaboration with BCA marks another significant step in Global Counsel’s mission to offer comprehensive, locally informed advisory services to its clients. Backed by offices in the US, Europe, Middle East and Asia and its global strategic partnership with The Messina Group, Global Counsel deploys 150 professionals across several key markets. The firm focuses on critical policy areas impacting financial services, technology, healthcare, energy and manufacturing – industries disrupted by an ever-more complex global policy landscape.
Benjamin Wegg-Prosser, GC CEO, said:
“Multi-nationals and investors need sharp, locally grounded insights and advice to navigate France’s choppy political and policymaking landscape. There has never been more of a need for this than today. Partnering with Bien Commun Advisory enhances our ability to provide clients with first-class strategic advice, helping them anticipate risks and seize opportunities in this crucial market. I look forward to working with Antoine and his brilliant team to deliver for our clients.”
Antoine Boulay, CEO, Bien Commun Advisory said:
"I am delighted to provide our French clients with European and international support in an increasingly complex environment, not least as the European Union sets out its policy agenda for 2025 and navigates the uncertainty triggered by the actions of the Trump administration. The Global Counsel team stands out for its experience and expertise on these key issues. Our partnership comes at a time when cross-border collaboration between businesses has rarely been more urgent. French companies, in particular, must step up their engagement in Brussels, the member states and beyond."
Antoine Boulay déclare:
“C’est une grande satisfaction de pouvoir proposer à nos clients français de les accompagner à l’international et à Bruxelles, dans un contexte toujours plus complexe. L’équipe de Global Counsel est remarquable par son expérience et sa maîtrise des sujets. Notre partenariat intervient alors que le besoin de collaboration entre les entreprises au-delà des frontières a rarement été aussi pressant. Les entreprises françaises doivent quant à elles se mobiliser davantage encore à Bruxelles.’’
About Global Counsel
Global Counsel is a strategic advisory firm that works with clients to navigate the critical area between business, politics and policymaking. We bring together a team with diverse experience across the public and private sectors. Clients rely on us to help them anticipate regulatory and political change, to provide them with due diligence support and to build compelling, evidence-based campaigns to engage in policy debates.
Our offices in Berlin, Brussels, Doha, London, Singapore, and Washington DC are supported by a global network of policymakers, businesses and analysts. Global Counsel was founded in 2010 by Lord Mandelson and Benjamin Wegg-Prosser.
Global Counsel recently established a strategic partnership with The Messina Group, who have taken a minority stake in the business in advance of establishing a further integrated offer in the coming months.
About Bien Commun Advisory
Bien Commun Advisory is a public affairs consultancy specializing in navigating the complexities of the French political and administrative landscape. We support businesses, financial organisations and trade associations in developing tailored engagement strategies to interact effectively with policymakers and institutions.
Our team brings together seasoned professionals with first-hand experience in government, public administration, and political strategy. This deep institutional knowledge allows us to anticipate regulatory developments, craft impactful advocacy campaigns, and facilitate constructive dialogue between private and public stakeholders.
With a strong commitment to responsible and transparent public affairs, Bien Commun Advisory helps organizations make their voices heard in a way that aligns strategic interests with the broader public good.
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