Trust in Turbulent Times: Strategies for Reputation Resilience

Join an exclusive, in-person roundtable for senior communications leaders, hosted by Swisscom in partnership with Caliber.

📅 Date: Thursday, 26 February 2026
🕘 Time: 09:30–12:30 (welcome coffee & light lunch included)
📍 Location: Swisscom Office, P51, Pfingstweidstrasse 51, Zurich

Today’s communications leaders operate in a landscape defined by geopolitical tension, polarized public debate, and growing scrutiny of DEI, ESG, and corporate values. Trust is more fragile—and more strategically important—than ever.

This invitation-only roundtable will bring together a select group of senior peers to discuss how organizations can navigate mounting political and cultural headwinds without compromising their values, credibility, or stakeholder relationships.

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Why Join the Roundtable by Caliber & Swisscom

Gain clarity in a shifting trust landscape

Understand how stakeholder expectations are evolving globally—and what’s driving the changes that matter most for reputation today.

Learn how peers handle polarizing issues

From DEI backlash to societal and political flashpoints, hear how other communications leaders are navigating sensitive topics while protecting brand equity.

Strengthen your crisis readiness

Explore proven communications and crisis-response strategies that foster long-term resilience rather than short-term damage control.

Access data-driven insights

Hear how fellow leaders are applying data to navigate uncertainty, strengthen narratives, and align internal stakeholders around reputation priorities.

We'll be discussing:

  • The state of stakeholder trust globally — and what’s driving change
  • How backlash to DEI and other polarizing topics is affecting corporate reputation
  • The impact of trade wars, political instability, and global polarization on trust
  • Communications strategies and crisis response approaches that foster long-term resilience

The Moderator

Michele Tesoro-Tess

With more than two decades of senior experience in corporate communications and reputation management, Michele Tesoro-Tess brings deep domain expertise and strategic insight to his role as Chief Customer & Strategy Officer  at Group Caliber. His background advising global organizations on trust, stakeholder dynamics, and reputation strategy makes him an ideal moderator for this roundtable, ensuring a focused, insight-driven discussion grounded in real-world experience and data.