Maïa & Mercure

We communicate well only
when we communicate truthfully

Our collective

Founded by Anna Casal, Maïa & Mercure is a communications strategy consulting firm supporting investment funds and their portfolio companies. We cultivate an approach that combines precision with a human touch, and accuracy with sincerity, enabling our clients to communicate effectively and with impact.

Our expertise

We make the technical and complex challenges of private equity accessible and engaging, helping clients communicate with institutional investors, partners, customers, and the public.
We have developed and structured a method, based on our experience, to bring to light the small and large stories of successful executives, investors, and entrepreneurs.
In a rapidly changing world that demands responsibility, transparency, and long-term vision, we guide decision-makers in designing and implementing authentic, relevant, and effective communication that serves their strategic ambitions.

We support the entire investment fund ecosystem:

We create value at every stage of a fund’s lifecycle: by positioning it and increasing its visibility, building its identity, and reassuring its entire ecosystem.

Fundraising

  • Branding & positioning
  • Media amplification
  • Highlighting the investment thesis

Investment Period

  • Structuring timing and storytelling
  • Aligning messaging
  • Boosting visibility of investment announcements

Equity story

  • Creating value
  • Supporting portfolio companies in their communication strategy
  • Preparing exit announcements

Impact & Legacy

  • Long-term positioning as a thought leader
  • Strengthening credibility
  • Managing follow-up with Limited Partners

Our approach: tailor-made communication serving investment strategy, from fundraising to portfolio value creation.

Communication Strategy & Positioning

  • Image audit and competitive benchmarking
  • Brand platform
  • Development and writing of the investor narrative and equity story
  • Annual strategic planning for financial and institutional communication

Content Creation

  • Production of relevant content tailored to target audiences (LPs, investors, regulators, companies)
  • Creation of disclosure materials to make investment strategies and complex theses accessible and engaging
  • Development of diverse materials optimized for maximum reach: audio (podcasts), written (reports, articles, white papers), video (interviews, reports), graphics (infographics, data visualization)

Press & Public Relations

  • Media relations specialized in economics, finance, and investment
  • Strategic distribution of content on social media and to key stakeholders
  • Media valorization of financial operations (fundraising, acquisitions, divestments, financial results)

Sensitive Communication

  • Risk audit and proactive preparation for sensitive scenarios
  • Strategic support and operational responsiveness in crisis situations
  • Proactive reputation and media management in sensitive contexts
  • Spokesperson coaching and public speaking management

We help funds and executives develop and convey a singular and powerful perspective:

tailor-made communication serving investment strategy, from fundraising to portfolio value creation.

Thought Leadership

  • Position executives as thought leaders in their industry through expert content and formats
  • Promote the “thought leader” brand via targeted social media (LinkedIn) and PR strategies (op-eds, conferences, etc.)

Engaging & Connecting Your Ecosystem

  • Tailor-made services to guide executives through immersive and transformative formats that stimulate strategic thinking, networking, and innovation
  • Annual events: sourcing exceptional speakers, formats, and venues aligned with the fund’s philosophy

Modus operandi

A Culture of Listening:

  • Actively listening to understand your challenges precisely
  • Analyzing the environment rigorously to propose clear and pragmatic strategies
  • Advising you to authentically express the potential and achievements of your teams and activities

 

A Culture of Collaboration:

  • We believe in people and the power of the collective. The firm relies on a group of experts with diverse profiles, sharing a common commitment to excellence and a strong belief in the value of sincere communication.
  • Maïa & Mercure.We communicate well only when we communicate truthfully.