Cyril Courson

Cyril Courson is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in communications, public affairs, and international project management. Currently serving as Managing Director and Communications & Public Affairs Director for EMEA at First Idea International Ltd. since November 2018, Cyril focuses on developing influence strategies in the Middle East and fostering partnerships between Western and Middle Eastern cultural institutions. As a founding member of Cercle K2 and former Founder of AGENCE 52, Cyril has built a strong reputation in digital and editorial strategy development, personal branding, and web marketing campaign management, working with notable clients such as Sanef and L’Oréal. Previous roles include Head of Communications EMEA at BLUE LIONS, Senior Influence Communication Consultant at Antidox, and parliamentary assistant at Assemblée nationale, demonstrating a robust background in both corporate and public sectors. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Public Affairs from Université Paris Dauphine and further studies at ENA Paris and Institut catholique de Paris.