TOKYO/STOCKHOLM – October 1, 2024 – Kekst CNC, the global strategic communications boutique, today announced the promotion of two distinguished colleagues to Partner. Malin Lundin in Stockholm and Minako Otani in Tokyo join the firm’s Partner ranks, bringing with them unparalleled expertise and dedication to client service.
Both Malin and Minako have been longstanding members of Kekst CNC, excelling in the firm’s core areas of financial communications, investor relations, transactions, and crisis communications. They will continue to be integral to the firm’s best-in-class service to clients facing high-stakes communications challenges during periods of growth, protection, and transformation.
Kekst CNC also further strengthened its management team level with Director promotions in London (Guy Bates, Anelia Fikiina, Richard Rigby, Mark Scott), Dubai (Gregor Riemann, Ross Williamson), and a Principal promotion in New York (Simone Leung).
We are delighted to welcome Malin Lundin and Minako Otani to our Partner group. Their promotions are a testament to their exceptional contributions and unwavering commitment to our clients. Malin and Minako have consistently delivered strategic insights and outstanding service, reinforcing Kekst CNC’s reputation for excellence in financial communications, investor relations, and crisis management. We are confident that they will continue to drive our firm's success in Stockholm, Tokyo, and beyond.
Malin Lundin – Stockholm
Malin Lundin has been a cornerstone of Kekst CNC’s financial communications practice in Stockholm, cementing our leading role in the Swedish market. With over 20 years of experience, she has advised clients on capital market transactions, including IPOs and M&A deals, and provides ongoing strategic advice on investor relations, financial reporting, crisis communication, and private capital.
Minako Otani – Tokyo
Since joining Kekst CNC in 2011, Minako Otani has been instrumental in supporting the firm's growth in Japan and beyond. She focuses on corporate and financial communications for Japanese and multinational companies, including high-profile private capital firms, stakeholder activism, and M&A transactions. This year marks Kekst CNC Tokyo’s 20th anniversary, and Minako has played a significant role in establishing the firm as the leading advisor in the market.
About Kekst CNC
Kekst CNC is a global strategic communications boutique that specializes in protecting and enhancing reputations. From 14 locations around the globe, our team of 300 professionals provides expert communications counsel, informed by judgment, insights and data-led analysis. We apply our communications expertise across high-stakes corporate, financial, and political matters, helping businesses communicate effectively through periods of disruption, transformation and growth. Kekst CNC is part of the worldwide Publicis Groupe. For more information, visit www.kekstcnc.com.