As corporate communications become increasingly important, never before have so many groups of stakeholders had access to corporate information or the ability to influence that company’s brand. In this climate, Communicate magazine is proud to announce companies shortlisted at the Corporate & Financial Awards, which celebrate excellence in all aspects of City communications.

For the last few years, J.K Rowling has been on a reputational roller coaster, with her controversial views sparking many a Twitter storm. While exploring the ups and downs of Rowling’s public perception, Tim Jotischky, director of reputation at the PHA group, argues that brands have three options when taking a stance on cultural issues to safeguard their reputation: make sure they are on the ‘right side of the debate’, stay silent or embrace controversy.

In today’s Comms Goggle Box our experts discuss what the future of office work looks. Will it be a hybrid between remote and on site working and what are the benefits of that? How does that affect employee engagement and will it blur the lines between internal and external comms?