When a corporate crisis strikes — be it a financial scandal, data breach, or PR disaster — the CEO becomes the face of the company’s response. One misstep in communication can deepen the crisis, erode stakeholder trust, and damage the company’s valuation and long-term reputation. Why the
Getting featured in international outlets such as Forbes, Politico, or Yahoo Finance is not just about prestige. For political and business leaders, it offers: Whether you’re entering new markets, seeking investment, or running for public office, international coverage helps define your story—before others do. Step 1: Craft
Running for office is a massive undertaking—and even experienced candidates can fall into avoidable traps. At SIC Group, we’ve supported campaigns at every level, and we see these mistakes repeatedly. Here’s how to stay ahead. ❌ Mistake 1: No Clear Message Your campaign’s core message should be
When launching a political campaign, hiring the right political consultant is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make. A skilled consultant helps shape your image, refine your messaging, manage your team, and lead your strategy to victory. But how do you pick the right one? 1.
Don’t Believe the Hype ChatGPT can help you write a press release. It won’t build a campaign. It can’t: • Adapt to local cultural tensions • De-escalate a live crisis • Negotiate alliances • Audit emotional tone in live speeches Why You Still Need Real Strategy At
WhatsApp Isn’t Just for Chatting In low-trust environments, voters don’t believe in news — they believe in family and neighbors. That’s why WhatsApp is one of the most powerful campaign tools today. How to Use It: • Organize segmented group chats (mothers, veterans, entrepreneurs) • Share personalized
The Harsh Reality In Moldova, Gagauzia, Africa, and Central Asia — votes are bought for $10 or a food box. SETCA (vote-buying networks) undermine elections and keep communities trapped in bad governance. Our Method We fight transactional politics with public engagement: • Educating communities on the cost
Why This Myth Hurts Candidates Charisma is often overrated. We’ve seen brilliant speakers lose elections while humble, disciplined candidates win. Why? Because elections are logistics, not just performance. The 5 Essential Campaign Roles: • Strategy lead • Treasurer/budget controller • Field coordinator • Sociologist or poll analyst
Running a campaign without money sounds like a recipe for failure. But for many candidates in developing democracies or post-conflict regions, that’s the reality. The good news? You don’t need a huge budget to win — you need structure, clarity, and smart tactics. From 6% to Runoff
Published on Wilson Center. The question of Ukraine’s next presidential election has emerged as a key issue in discussions about the country’s future governance and stability. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was elected in April 2019, with the next presidential election initially scheduled for March or April 2024. However,
In Ukraine’s complex political landscape, trust in political institutions is a crucial determinant of public attitudes, reforms, and governance. The nation’s changing expectations of political leaders, particularly regarding their integrity and competence, offer insights into the nation’s evolving democratic aspirations and the challenges it faces in establishing
By Kateryna Odarchenko Published on the Foreign Policy Research Institute Bottom Line Introduction Disinformation, the deliberate dissemination of false or misleading information to deceive or manipulate public opinion, represents a profound and ongoing threat to Western democracies. It erodes trust in institutions, fuels polarization, and undermines decision-making
By Kateryna Odarchenko and Elena Davlikanova Since Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukrainians have displayed extraordinary unity in the face of existential threat, debunking the Russian propaganda narrative of a long-existing schism in society. Nearly three years into the full-scale war, Ukraine’s unity faces a litmus test: Are the
The potential victory of Donald Trump in the 2024 U.S. presidential election and the new political balance in Congress raise many questions about the future of U.S. support for Ukraine. The dominance of Republicans in both the House of Representatives and the Senate poses challenges to the
The Russian Orthodox Church is an increasingly important part of Russia’s information war, both domestically and worldwide. By Kateryna Odarchenko The Council of Europe’s parliamentary assembly has called on all states to view Patriarch Kirill and his church’s leadership as extensions of Vladimir Putin’s regime and to treat them as