Messalina Tiro

Messalina Tiro has a diverse work experience in various communication roles spanning across different industries and organizations.

In 2006, they worked as the Country VP for External Relations and Business Development at AIESEC Canada.

From 2007 to 2008, they served as an Analyst in Group and Public Affairs at ABN AMRO Bank N.V., where they developed sustainability briefings and coordinated company-wide sustainability events.

As an Advisor in Corporate Communications at NN Investment Partners from 2008 to 2012, Messalina coordinated communication activities across three regions and advised senior leaders on employee engagement during global restructuring initiatives.

Messalina then joined Aflatoun International in 2012 as the Senior Manager for Fundraising, where they coordinated large-scale partnerships and improved the organization's digital communication channels.

From 2014 to 2016, Messalina worked as a Senior Specialist in Communications at Sandvik, leading communication and employee engagement on strategic programs.

In 2016, they moved to Staples Solutions as the Global Head of Communications, responsible for driving communication of business strategy and campaigns to employees across Europe. Messalina led communication strategy development, modernized communication processes, and designed and delivered leadership conferences and workshops.

After a sabbatical in 2019, during which they explored new opportunities, Messalina Tiro started their own consulting firm called Tiro Communications Consulting in 2020.

Most recently, in 2021, they became the Global Head of Internal Communications at ERIKS, focusing on internal communication strategies and initiatives.

In addition to their professional work, Messalina also served as a member of the Advisory Board for The Implementation Science and Communication Strategies Group since 2017, providing training and consultancy services on research, media communications, and social intervention.

Messalina Tiro has a diverse education history. Messalina obtained their MSc degree in Culture, Organisation, and Management from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) in 2023. In 2006, they completed a degree in Communication and Culture with a focus on Anthropology at the University of Calgary. Additionally, Messalina has participated in various professional training programs. In 2019, they attended Design Thinkers Academy London for a course. In 2014, they completed the Fundamentals of Project Management at the International Institute for Learning. Messalina also received training in Cross-Cultural Conflict Communication from MultiCultural Consulting in 2014. In 2012, they completed Strategic Communication Advisor Training at Involve. Messalina has received leadership and negotiation training as well. In 2005, they completed the Dale Carnegie Leadership Program, focusing on Leadership and Human Resources, and in 2006, they attended the Canadian Management Centre for a course in Negotiating to Win.