Head of the company: Ahmad Itani

Founded in 2005, Cicero & Bernay (C&B) has grown into a communication advisory with a presence in 35 countries, recognised for its cultural fluency and expertise in transforming global perspectives into strategies built for the region. Its team of strategists, writers, designers, and analysts thrives on turning complex briefs into stories that resonate—from public institutions to private enterprise.

Partners value the consultancy’s hands-on style, with ethical, practical counsel delivered alongside them rather than from a distance. That approach has earned international recognition, including a Stevie Award and two Guinness World Records. Guided by clarity, credibility, empathy, adaptability, and purpose, and united under the tagline Empowered by Facts, C&B continues to grow as an advisor defined by care, curiosity, and impact.

Affiliate offices: Afghanistan, Algeria, Bahrain, Bosnia and Herzegovina, China, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Japan, Jordan, the KSA, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Macedonia, Malaysia, Montenegro, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Spain, Sudan, Syria, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, the USA and Yemen

Specialisms: Contributor relations, thought leadership, online and corporate reputation management, content development, strategic planning and counsel, influencer marketing, ESG, and crisis communication.

Awards: PRCA MENA Awards – Large Consultancy of the Year 2022 (Highly Commended); International Stevie Awards; 2 Guinness World Records; PRCA Digital Awards; MENA Digital Awards; MEPRA Awards.