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Faraz KermaniFK

Faraz Kermani

Communications Director

€600/day
Bürstadt, DE
15+ years

Average response time: 1 hour

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About Faraz

Strategic communications and public affairs leader with over twenty years of experience guiding complex organizations through transformation, integration, and change. I translate scientific and business content into clear, credible, and inspiring narratives that strengthen reputation, foster engagement, and connect global networks. My approach combines political acumen with creative storytelling expertise – bringing together scientific, regulatory, and business perspectives into a consistent, compelling voice that reaches decision-makers, patients, employees, and investors alike.

As a trusted sparring partner for leadership teams, I develop integrated communication frameworks that harmonize internal and external messaging across regions and cultures. My expertise includes leadership communication, internal communications and employee engagement, thought leadership, media relations, crisis communications, and stakeholder advocacy. With editorial precision and a deep understanding of European health policy, patient advocacy, and market access dynamics, I manage sensitive issues, minimize reputational risks, and deliver measurable results – from increased employee engagement and improved sentiment scores to enhanced media presence and greater trust from policymakers.

Fluent in English and German, I bring cultural sensitivity, composure, and impact to demanding environments. I am known for my ability to build high-performing teams, craft purpose-driven narratives, and empower leaders to communicate authentically and persuasively. Whether guiding transformations, engaging in scientific storytelling, or executing cross-functional campaigns – my goal is always the same: to create clarity.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • Swedish

    Fluent

  • French

    Conversational

  • Danish

    Basic

  • Norwegian

    Fluent

  • Finnish

    Basic

Can work on-site
Bürstadt (up to 50km)

Experience

  • Boehringer Ingelheim –
    Interim Medicine Communications Lead
    PHARMACEUTICALS INDUSTRY
    October 2024 - June 2025 (8 months)
    Ingelheim am Rhein, RP, Germany
    • Directed global communications for Medicine, R&D;, and Digital Health units, reinforcing innovation and inclusion narratives.
    • Acted as senior spokesperson for digital-health and sustainability topics, engaging with Reuters Health, Politico Europe, and Handelsblatt.
    • Crafted CMO op-eds and external pieces on AI, data ethics, and inclusion, securing coverage across tier-1 policy and trade media.
    • Enhanced internal brand storytelling via redesigned intranet and visual identity, increasing engagement by 43%.
    Crisis Communications Change Communications CEO Communications Digital Communications
  • STADA AG – Global Internal Communications,
    Interim Director
    PHARMACEUTICALS INDUSTRY
    November 2023 - May 2024 (6 months)
    Bad Vilbel, HE, Germany
    • Led global brand-voice alignment during cultural and operational transformation toward IPO readiness.
    • Directed internal and external campaigns across 50+ markets, improving sentiment by 35%.
    • Partnered with Reuters, Financial Times, and Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung to shape corporate narrative around growth and ESG.
    • Implemented new editorial governance and global intranet system, reducing bounce rate by 45% and strengthening message consistency.
    Crisis Communications Change Communications Internal Communications Social Media CEO Communications
  • Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association (PPTA),
    Senior Director & Head of Global Communications
    PHARMACEUTICALS INDUSTRY
    February 2021 - November 2023 (2 years and 9 months)
    Brussels, Belgium
    • Served as global spokesperson and brand guardian, building media relations with Politico EU, FT Health, Bloomberg, Reuters, and Euractiv; achieved 100% rise in positive coverage.
    • Directed full rebranding and web relaunch, unifying global identity across North America, Europe, and Asia.
    • Managed crisis communications during plasma-supply shortages, maintaining stakeholder confidence.
    • Produced high-impact thought leadership and policy-advocacy content linking science, sustainability, and patient impact.
    • Generated 500+ tier-1 media placements and doubled social-media engagement over two years.
    Communications Strategy Media Relations Social Media Crisis Communications Change Communications

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Education

  • MA
    King's College London
    MA
  • Postgraduate Diploma in European Law
    King's College London
    Postgraduate Diploma in European Law

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