Rick Harari

Crisis Communications & Issues Management Lead

As Burson’s national lead for crisis communications in Canada, Rick helps brands and businesses safeguard their reputations during sensitive, high-profile and contentious situations. 

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Rick is an agile problem-solver, drawing on more than two decades of experience to develop comprehensive crisis communications plans and issues management protocols for Burson’s clients.

His experience is extensive, having navigated multifaceted challenges from financial issues and allegations of criminal and ethical misconduct to high-profile lawsuits, labour disputes, cybersecurity incidents, product recalls and health and safety concerns.

A trusted communications advisor for senior executives and boards of directors, Rick plays a pivotal role in preparing organizations in the private and public sectors for unforeseen challenges. He regularly delivers crisis communications training and simulation exercises, designed to stress test organizations’ response protocols and crisis management capabilities.