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Mike Fernandez

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Senior Vice President - Public Affairs, Communications & Sustainability at Enbridge
📍 United States

As Enbridges SVP, Mike Fernandez leads public affairs, communications, and sustainability. A Georgetown University graduate with both a Bachelors and Masters degree, his extensive career includes C-suite roles at Cargill, State Farm, and Conagra Brands. He is a recognized expert in corporate reputation, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement across North America.

Outside his corporate responsibilities, Mike hosts the popular podcast "The Crux of the Story, " where he delves into the art of strategic communication. He interviews a wide range of influential figures, including award-winning journalists, CEOs, and brand experts, exploring how to effectively shape narratives in business and politics.

An inductee into the PRWeek Hall of Fame, Mike was also the youngest-ever press secretary for a U. S. Senator at age 23.

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Experience
46 Years
Current Role
Senior Vice President - Public Affairs, Communications & Sustainability
Job Level
Leadership
Location
United States
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Priorities

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Corporate Reputation
He founded a reputation management firm and frequently explores protecting corporate brands with industry leaders on his podcast.
Crisis Communications
His podcast and academic roles often focus on navigating complex issues, including recent discussions on communication strategies in an era of populism and AI.
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Career

Work history

3-2020
Senior Vice President - Public Affairs, Communications & Sustainability
Enbridge
5-2019
Host
The Crux of the Story
2018 - 2020
Founder & President
PENSAR Strategies
2018 - 2020
Chief Executive Officer-U.S.
LLYC
2018 - 2020
Professor
Boston University
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SPOTLIGHT ON ENBRIDGE MIKE FERNANDEZ. Featured in Yahoo
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SPOTLIGHT ON ENBRIDGE MIKE FERNANDEZ. Featured in YouTube
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Education
Bachelor's Degree
Georgetown University
Master of Science
Georgetown University
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