Michael Bland obituary
Michael Bland, a leading figure in the PR industry, delivered crisis planning at the launch of the euro, the ‘biggest product launch in world history’ Photograph: Clive Adams
Michael Bland, a leading figure in the PR industry, delivered crisis planning at the launch of the euro, the ‘biggest product launch in world history’ Photograph: Clive Adams
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Sun 31 Jan 2021 06.23 EST
Last modified on Fri 19 Mar 2021 15.19 EDT
My father, Michael Bland, who has died aged 76 of Covid-19, was a leading figure in the public relations industry and a born storyteller. Best known for pioneering work in PR and crisis management, Michael counselled more than 100 organisations in 37 countries, including global superbrands, governments, national banks and members of the British royal family.