I am a bilingual communications professional with over eight years of experience leading media relations, editorial strategy, and brand positioning initiatives for global organizations. She began her career at the French National Assembly before joining Havas Paris, where she managed communications for high-profile clients including LVMH and the French Ministry of Health. Most recently, she oversaw international press strategy at Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager. Now based in New York, Letizia brings a global outlook and a passion for impactful, purpose-driven storytelling.

Letizia De Bernardi

I am a bilingual communications professional with over eight years of experience leading media relations, editorial strategy, and brand positioning initiatives for global organizations. She began her career at the French National Assembly before joining Havas Paris, where she managed communications for high-profile clients including LVMH and the French Ministry of Health. Most recently, she oversaw international press strategy at Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager. Now based in New York, Letizia brings a global outlook and a passion for impactful, purpose-driven storytelling.

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I am a bilingual communications professional with over eight years of experience leading media relations, editorial strategy, and brand positioning initiatives for global organizations. She began her career at the French National Assembly before joining Havas Paris, where she managed communications for high-profile clients including LVMH and the French Ministry of Health. Most recently, she oversaw international press strategy at Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager. Now based in New York, Letizia brings a global outlook and a passion for impactful, purpose-driven storytelling.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Press Relations Manager at Amundi
December 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Acted as the communication lead for the Amundi ETF business line (Europe’s leading ETF provider), contributing to a significant increase in media visibility and brand awareness across key markets. Served as the primary point of contact for journalists and media partners, coordinating with internal stakeholders and executive leadership. Wrote press releases, media kits, key messages, and strategic content in both French and English. Coordinated press campaigns in alignment with senior management priorities. Contributed to the social media strategy and ensured message consistency across all channels.
Senior Consultant, Reputation Division at Havas Paris
December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Advised leading corporate clients, including BNP Paribas, LVMH, and Samsung on influence, media relations, and reputation management strategies. Designed and executed high-impact campaigns integrating stakeholder engagement, strategic messaging and cultural relevance. Partnered with senior executives to strengthen brand visibility and positioning in competitive international markets.
Parliamentary Assistant at French National Assembly
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Led strategic communications and public relations for a Member of Parliament, ensuring clear and consistent messaging across political, media, and institutional audiences. Drafted speeches, press releases, op-eds, and talking points, shaping the Member’s public positioning and strengthening visibility in national and regional media. Developed and executed communication strategies and outreach campaigns to engage journalists, public institutions, and local partners on key legislative initiatives. Managed media relations and coordinated public appearances, fostering constructive dialogue between the Member, constituents, and stakeholders.
Press Relations Manager at Amundi
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Led communications for Amundi ETF, Europe’s leading ETF provider, significantly increasing media visibility and brand awareness across key markets. Acted as primary press contact, coordinating with internal stakeholders and executive leadership. Authored press releases, media kits, key messages, and strategic content in both French and English. Orchestrated press campaigns aligned with senior management priorities and contributed to the social media strategy to ensure consistent messaging across channels.
Senior Consultant, Reputation Division at Havas Paris
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Advised top corporate clients on influence, media relations, and reputation management strategies. Designed and executed high-impact campaigns integrating stakeholder engagement, strategic messaging and cultural relevance. Partnered with senior executives to strengthen brand visibility and positioning in competitive international markets.
Parliamentary Assistant at French National Assembly
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Led strategic communications and public relations for a Member of Parliament, ensuring clear messaging across political, media, and institutional audiences. Drafted speeches, press releases, op-eds, and talking points, shaping the Member’s public positioning and strengthening visibility in national and regional media. Developed and executed communication strategies and outreach campaigns to engage journalists, public institutions, and local partners on key legislative initiatives. Managed media relations and coordinated public appearances, fostering constructive dialogue between the Member, constituents, and stakeholders.

Education

Master's Degree: International Business at ESCP Business School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Master of Arts: Political Communications at City St George’s, University of London
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Laws at Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Intensive Preparatory course: French, English Literature and Humanities at Lycée Chaptal
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Master's Degree at ESCP Business School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Master of Arts at City St George’s, University of London
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Laws at Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Intensive Preparatory course at Lycée Chaptal
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Government, Education