Your reputation. Our competence.
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We are a leading consultancy firm specialising in strategic communication.

You are looking for a partner who thinks in broad strategic terms. Who asks the right questions and knows what to do with the answers. Who is familiar with the differing perspectives of clients, investors, employees, politicians, media professionals and regulators, and can bring them together in communication. Then you have come to the right place.

Competencies

A strong reputation is built on clear communication. Our areas of expertise range from positioning and transformation, media relations and social media to capital markets communications, crisis communications and public affairs.

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Industries

Communication requires context. We offer experience across almost every sector and a deep understanding of markets, media and stakeholders.

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Team

Experienced communications consultants with a strategic outlook, extensive specialist knowledge and many years of practical experience.

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Build reputation
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Trust is built over years. Companies and high-profile individuals engage us to become better known, gain credibility or develop a specific profile - through sharp positioning and skilful communication. Where it matters.

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Typical challenges
Protect reputation
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When it matters, you need a clear head and strong nerves. We have experience with difficult situations and know the levers to protect reputation as effectively as possible.

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Realign reputation
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Companies change. People step into new roles. We support you in repositioning and communicate the transformation to your audiences in a coherent and understandable way.

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Competencies

Positioning and Transformation
IRF analyses perceptions, refines positioning and supports companies through change processes – with the aim of providing guidance and building trust.
Media Relations & Social Media
IRF helps companies strategically shape their presence in traditional and digital media. Through targeted media relations, strong networks and social media expertise, IRF ensures clear messaging, visibility and consistent communication across all channels.
Financial and Capital Market Communication
IRF supports listed companies in their communications with the capital markets, ranging from the equity story and M&A transactions to day-to-day investor relations work.
Crisis Communication & Litigation
IRF supports companies in crisis and conflict situations through clear strategic communication. From developing messages and preparing senior management to coordinating communications, IRF helps to safeguard trust and provide clarity.
Public Affairs
IRF supports companies at the intersection of business, politics and regulation – offering strategic advice, industry expertise and political networks.
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Laura Berkes
M.A., Senior Consultant
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Yasemin Diethelm-Ersan
lic. oec. HSG, Senior Consultant
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Miriam Dippe-Nistor
M.A., Partner
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Fabienne Farner
BSc., Senior Consultant
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Simone Frei
B.A. HF, Consultant
Valentin Handschin
M.A., Senior Director
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Lena Kukla
Assistant
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Stefan Mathys
lic. oec. publ., lic. phil. I, Partner
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Martin Meier-Pfister
lic. oec. HSG, Partner
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Benjamin Mühlemann
Senior Advisor
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Jeannine Mülbrecht
M.A., Senior Consultant
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Martina Müri
M.A., Senior Consultant
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Oliver Seifried
M.A., Partner
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Jürg Stähelin
lic. oec., Partner
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Sandra Vollmer
Assistant
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René Weber
Senior Advisor
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Marina Winder
Lic. phil. I, Partner

IRF is a leading Swiss consulting firm for business-related issues. This is what sets us apart:

Long-standing presence, long-standing experience

Combination of media expertise and capital markets expertise

Mixed teams across all levels - we do not only advise strategically, we also implement

Excellent contacts with opinion leaders and decision-makers in business, politics and the media

Pragmatic advisory approach

Strong international network

Facts & Figures

24

years of successful business activity (founded in 2002)

30

IPOs that we have supported since then

40

clients who retain us on an ongoing basis

200

projects relating to reputation and communication

300

years of experience combined in our advisory team

18

average years of relevant professional experience for our 6 partners and 17 employees in total

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