Thought Leadership
Expert insights on stakeholder engagement and management. For engagement professionals, by engagement experts.
Ask the Guru
Welcome to "Ask the Guru", our new monthly video series featuring Rhion Jones, aka the Consultation Guru. Rhion explores a range of topics related to stakeholder and public engagement in a relaxed way, offering his expert opinions and views.
So, grab a brew and get ready to delve into the world of engagement and consultation with us!
Rhion talks about the 2024 general election and whether it will have an impact on public and stakeholder engagement, and shares his expertise on the difference between engagement and consultation.
Rhion discusses a Councillor's characterisation of consultation as a "judicial review avoidance scheme," highlighting the frequency of legal challenges and how to mitigate risks. He also addresses using the term 'stakeholders'.
From the validity of consultation data to the debate on anonymity and the significance of petitions, Rhion shares his insights. Join us as we explore key considerations and best practices for conducting meaningful consultations.
Are standards important in stakeholder engagement? Rhion provides his views on the role standards play in stakeholder engagement, as well as his insights on crisis management.
In this Election Special, Rhion reflects on the impact of the election and the priorities for public engagement professionals, discusses the application of the ‘period of sensitivity’ and shares his Podcast preferences.
In this insightful episode, Rhion shares his post-election views and his invaluable advice on when (and how) to contact newly elected MPs, how to manage diverse stakeholder expectations and more.
What does it take to create a stakeholder-conscious culture? Rhion Jones shares his expertise on strategic relationships, best practices and more.
Engaging News
The threat of legal challenge to stakeholder consultations.
The importance of understanding community dynamics.
A summer of intense engagement on health.
Why net zero requires a decade of dialogue.
Accounting for our engagement activities.
The ressurgence of in-person events.