StP Communications
" The most important thing in communication is hearing what is not said ” Peter F. Drucker
Publications
Rebranding Europe: Fundamentals for Communicating the United States of Europe (2024) illustrates how Europe
can be rebranded by providing key recommendations on how to convey the added value of the EU into citizens'
daily lives. The author argues that the EU should take the lead in strengthening multilateral partnerships and and in protecting and promoting democracy and human rights around the world.
Embracing Chaos (2021) explores contemporary and future challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and its traumatic effects, the rise of illiberal democracies and populism, the new Cold War, the identity crisis,
digital anarchy and global warming. The book is about why our planet needs more empathy and compassion includes interviews with comms leaders on what will change and what will stay the same.
References & Case Studies
European Economic and Social Committee (EESC)
"During the collaboration with the European Economic and Social Committee, Mr Stavros Papagianneas carried out
numerous tasks to a high standard in consultancy services in communication between 2024 and 2025, in particular:
Assistance in dealing with sensitive media questions and concrete reputational issues.
Assistance in developing a lines-to-take catalogue as part of the EESC crisis preparedness strategy.
Provision of training in crisis communication for EESC senior staff, communication officers and selected EESC members
Presentation of his book "Rebranding Europe" to the EESC Communication Commission (the EESC political body dealing with communication) in the framework of the development of an EESC brandbook.
Beyond his technical expertise, Mr Stavros Papagianneas and StP Comms bring integrity, clarity of purpose and an engaging collaborative spirit to the initiative he spearheads. Stavros excels at leading international teams and consistently delivers
high-stake results under tight deadlines."
- Director Alexander Kleinig, Directorate D Communication & Interinstitutional Relations
SITRA - The Finnish Innovation Fund
"At Sitra, we value partners who can help turn complex societal challenges into meaningful public discussion. StP Communications excelled in supporting our Algorithms and Democracy-project, bringing strategic communications expertise, creativity and reliability throughout the project. Their contribution helped ensure that the project's insights reached key stakeholders and supported informed dialogue on the impact of social media algorithms on democratic societies. StP Communications plays a key role in international media relations, leveraging an extensive and influential press network across Europe."
- Kristo Lehtonen, Director International Programs

