Philippe Borremans
Strategic Advisor in Crisis, Risk & Emergency Communication
Trusted by UN Agencies, Governments & Global Brands
When the stakes are high, and the message matters most — I help organizations get it right. I advise governments, NGOs, and global businesses on how to prepare for, manage, and recover from crisis and emergency situations with clear, actionable communication.
As a consultant, keynote speaker, and trainer, I work across the full crisis lifecycle — before, during, and after — helping teams build capacities, trust, narratives, and avoid costly missteps.
My talks and workshops combine real-world case studies, technology insights, and decades of field-tested strategies and tactics to help your organization communicate with confidence when it matters most.
Who I Work With
I work with organizations where communication is critical to mission success, public safety, and reputation. Whether you’re managing a public health crisis, delivering sensitive cross-cultural messaging, or preparing your team for the next emergency, I help you get it right the first time.
- UN Agencies & International Bodies Coordinating global, multilingual, and politically sensitive messaging.
- National Governments & Health Ministries Communicating clearly in emergencies, pandemics, and public safety campaigns.
- Local Emergency Management Teams Delivering actionable messaging in real-time during disasters or crises.
- Corporate Risk & Reputation Teams Managing public trust, employee confidence, and stakeholder communication.
- Comms Officers, Spokespeople & Media Leads Responsible for leading messaging under pressure — and getting it right.
- NGOs & Humanitarian Organizations Engaging vulnerable communities with clarity, empathy, and cultural precision.
Strategic Support Across the Full Crisis & Emergency Lifecycle
Consulting & Advisory
Ongoing support to strengthen your crisis communication systems, messaging frameworks, and stakeholder strategy — tailored to your organizational context.
Keynotes & Expert Panels
Engaging, insight-rich talks that help teams and leadership understand what works (and what fails) in high-stakes communication — and how to stay ready.
Training & Workshops
Interactive sessions and real-world simulations to build team capacity, test preparedness, and develop actionable crisis communications playbooks.
Fractional Crisis Comms Advisor
Senior-level crisis comms expertise — without hiring in-house. Get on-call access, stakeholder strategy, and high-stakes guidance across the full crisis lifecycle.
Not sure what your team needs? Let’s talk.
Over the past 25 years, I have supported crisis and risk communication efforts across 25+ countries for UN agencies, national governments, humanitarian NGOs, and private sector organizations.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- Procter & Gamble
- National Food Safety Authority (Morocco)
- Federal Express (FedEx)
- Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)
- Mars Group
- Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office (UK)
- Volvo Group
- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
- International Business Machines Corp. (IBM)
- National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (UAE)
- OCP Group
- International Labour Organization (ILO)
- Council of Europe
- European Centre for Disease Prevention & Control
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Real World Impact in Public and Private Sector
Global Public Sector & Emergency Response
As a senior advisor to UN agencies and EU funded projects, I’ve led crisis communication efforts across 50+ countries — from epidemic response and infodemic management to stakeholder alignment and national risk comms strategies. Whether it was developing an all-hazards national plan in Kosovo, leading cross-regional training in West Africa, or advising ministries during COVID-19 in Asia and Europe — I have helped governments build clarity and control in moments of high risk and uncertainty.
Corporate, Tech & Critical Infrastructure
My private sector work includes shaping IBM’s first global digital comms guidelines and advising clients on high-stakes issues like data breaches, misinformation, and business continuity. I have developed crisis strategies for food safety authorities, advised nuclear regulators on misinformation during simulation drills, and coached corporate leaders on digital reputation and stakeholder trust under pressure — with a focus on integrating AI, tech platforms, and human judgment in real-time crisis environments.
Strategic Partnerships & Advisory Roles
A global network of senior advisors supporting public institutions, governments, and regulators across issues of risk governance, institutional reform, geopolitics, and financial systems. As part of the network, I contribute communication expertise to help organizations navigate strategic transitions and deliver clear messaging in high-complexity environments.
A global network of experienced practitioners who support resilience-building efforts across civil protection, disaster risk reduction, and emergency response. As a member, I work with national and regional stakeholders to enhance their crisis communication capabilities and strengthen public trust during emergencies.
