Navigating the Impact of COVID-19

Since the onset of the global COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen one constant during this time: effective communications can offer a path to stability in an uncertain world.

We are bringing our 35 plus-years of strategic communications expertise to bear as we assist our clients in navigating this challenging time. From crisis management to restructurings and bankruptcies, to public affairs, investor relations, shareholder activism and more, for our full capabilities list, see here. Please contact us at info@abmac.com if we can be of service to you.

Below you can find our perspective on COVID-19 communications, ranging from managing earnings announcements to virtual shareholder meetings to philanthropic endeavors.

Insights

Don’t Leave Your Corporate Reputation in the Hands of Congress
James BourneSarah KnakmuhsMichael C. HotraSeptember 11, 2020

Pandemic-related liability protections currently under consideration in Congress as part of the next potential coronavirus relief bill could reduce certain types of litigation risk, but legislation alone cannot address the effects of damaging legal allegations at a time of heightened public scrutiny.

Taking the Reins During a Bumpy Ride
Eric BonachJuly 9, 2020

The current global environment is potentially the hardest time a new executive will ever have to manage. We've compiled a few of the guiding principles we are advising the incoming CEOs of our clients to consider on day one as they start their new roles amidst a global crisis.

Q2 Financial Reporting During COVID-19: Still Far from Routine
Sheila EnnisCarina DavidsonJune 30, 2020

We spoke with leading finance executives, investor relations officers and investors across industries ranging from consumer packaged goods to enterprise technology providers to try to get ahead of the complexities this reporting season will bring and to offer a few observations and recommendations.

Insider Trading and 10b5-1 Plans
Eileen CohenJune 5, 2020

Given the current environment, many believe that insider trading within predefined trading programs will grow. Senior Counselor Eileen Cohen recently shared her thoughts on this and 10b5-1 plans with The Conference Board.

Moratoriums and M&A: The New Normal for Politics and Deals
Eric BonachJake YanulisMay 28, 2020

It is time for dealmakers to take a broader view in addressing and mitigating the impact of political scrutiny on M&A. Here are some key considerations for how to manage political risk.

COVID in the Courtroom: Litigation Communications during the Pandemic
May 19, 2020

In this fraught environment, strategic communications are more critical than ever to reducing an organization’s risk of liability and reputational damage.

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