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Munich Security Index 2026

Since 2021, the Munich Security Index, developed in partnership between Kekst CNC and the Munich Security Conference, has offered a unique lens into how global populations perceive the most pressing risks to their security, prosperity, and stability. Now in its sixth year, the 2026 Index draws on extensive polling across major G7 and BICS economies and reveals a world becoming increasingly fragmented across geographies and generations.

Blog

2016 vs 2026: Lessons from a Decade of Corporate Climate Action

Discover the latest edition of Sustainability Spotlight, unpacking how corporate sustainability has evolved from early ambition to a more complex, commercially driven reality. Explore five defining shifts — from supply chains and net‑zero momentum to coalition dynamics, leadership signals and the rise of disclosure fatigue — along with what the past decade teaches us about resilience, relevance and long‑term climate strategy.

News

Kekst CNC announces Richard Campbell as new co-Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Bernhard Meising

Kekst CNC, the international strategic communications firm, has today announced Richard Campbell as its new co-Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective February 8, 2026. In his new role, Campbell will work closely with New York based Jeremy Fielding.

Event

A Conversation on Trust with Wikipedia Founder Jimmy Wales

Wikipedia Founder Jimmy Wales joined us in London to discuss the principles behind his new book, The Seven Rules of Trust, and shared the lessons that have guided Wikipedia’s evolution into one of the world’s most influential knowledge platforms. Founded in 2001, Wikipedia is an encyclopaedia powered by an online community of millions of editors, with English Wikipedia currently having over 260,000 active editors. The discussion provided insights not only into the mechanics of online communities, but also into the broader dynamics of credibility, transparency, and reputation.

Podcast

Navigating Boardroom Reputational Risks

At the recent National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Summit, Kekst CNC Co-CEO Jeremy Fielding participated in an episode of the BoardVision podcast, “How Boards Navigate a Reputational Minefield.” The conversation offers valuable recommendations for managing reputational risks and communications objectives at the heart of current boardroom and management discussions.

News

Kekst CNC Strengthens Japan Leadership, Appoints Minako Otani as Co-Head Japan

Kekst CNC today announced the appointment of Minako Otani as Co-Head Japan, reflecting the continued growth and evolution of its Japan operations. Otani, who joined the firm in 2010, will lead the Tokyo office alongside Dr. Jochen Legewie, Partner and Co-Head Japan, who also serves as Chairperson Asia.

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