Michael Stopford

Michael Stopford is an accomplished professional in international strategic communications, risk & reputation management, global public affairs & university administration.

He specializes in global engagement across corporate strategy, government relations, and higher education, with a wealth of experience in various areas such as corporate communications, reputation management, and public-private partnerships.

In the realm of global higher education, he has expertise in overseas institution building, international student recruitment, and university external relations, with board service roles in universities and non-profit organizations.

Michael's educational background includes studying English Language and Literature at Oxford University after completing his S, A, O levels at Radley College.

He has held key positions in organizations like ANCORED, European University Institute, Oxford Analytica, University of Nebraska at Kearney, Weber Shandwick, NATO, The Coca-Cola Company, Syngenta, ExxonMobil, American University, IFC, and the United Nations, showcasing a diverse career path with a focus on communication, public affairs, and strategic management.

With geographical expertise spanning North America, Europe, Middle East, Asia, South America, and Africa, Michael is multilingual with English as his mother tongue, and fluency in French, German, Spanish, and Italian, supplemented by knowledge of Russian and Swedish.