Adrian Rondel

External Communications @Thales

Reading, GB

Head of Media & Outreach (2015 to date)Leading CEO media engagement and thought leadership, focussing on the societal benefits of technology, with particular emphasis on defence & security, aerospace, space and the impact of digital, cyber security, AI and biometrics Expertise in reputational strategies and leading board level crisis managementCreating a database of media-trained international experts to promote Thales technologies and partnerships globallyCommunications lead for all Thales partnerships with UK universities, including Russell Group – specialist in future gazing and the impact of new technologies Responsible for the Group communications outreach relationship with UK Government, including Cabinet Office, Ministry of Defence and Home Office (biometric passports, digital borders and cyber security)Member of the UK Government-industry Joint Communications Leadership Group, responsible for all company outreach liaison with industry communication leads for Rolls-Royce, Airbus, BAE Systems, Babcock, Inmarsat, Boeing and Lockheed MartinHead of Editorial & Content (20••••15)Responsible for editorial content direction across all markets, directing media teams to produce features, social media and copywriting in support of global corporate brand and interaction with our customers:Specific focus on bringing Thales to life through our employees, including innovation, investment in engineering skills, Corporate Social Responsibility and diversity Responsible for content-led grid strategy with key aerospace and space partners Communications Manager, MaritimeRecruited to raise the external profile of an international business specialising in sensors and systems for ships, submarines and aircraft:Responsible for exhibitions and brand, writing press releases/content and all aspects of external and internal communicationsBuilding a new media relations strategy to raise the profile of a sensitive business with UK national and trade media

UK Ministry of Defence Training

Media relations, sub editing, photography and language training in French and beginner's Arabic

Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd

Bachelor's degree - Joint Honours

Chartered Institute of Public Relations

Member (MCIPR)