Nikos Manaras

Nikos Manaras is a seasoned public affairs and communications professional with extensive experience in supporting public health and pharmaceutical clients. Currently a Partner and Associate Director at Acumen Public Affairs since January 2017, Nikos specializes in public policy analysis, strategy development, and crisis communications across various healthcare areas, including access to medicines and antimicrobial resistance. Previous roles include Account Director and Account Manager at the British Chamber of Commerce, as well as Senior EU Affairs and Media Coordinator at the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology. Nikos's educational background includes a Master of Arts in Conflict and Sustainable Peace Studies from KU Leuven and a Master of Arts in International Relations from King's College London. Notable clients include EFPIA, Novartis, and Johnson & Johnson.