Communiqué announces advisory board to strengthen its global vision

We’re excited to announce the formation of Communiqué’s inaugural Advisory Board. This is a group of distinguished leaders with combined decades of experience building globally relevant media, technology, and creative businesses. Their insights will help sharpen our approach as we scale and build a world-class company, sharing Africa’s cultural intelligence with a global market.

Meet our advisory board members

• Katharina Link – CEO of Pulse, a leading innovative media company operating in six countries: Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Senegal, and Côte d'Ivoire. With a background in digital strategy and business development at Axel Springer in Germany, Katharina brings deep expertise in scaling media businesses across diverse markets.

• Elijah Affi – Co-founder and Creative Director of TM Global, where he has built multiple media, tech, film, and marketing ventures. His experience in business development and creative direction aligns with our mission to build a dynamic media and knowledge ecosystem.

• Liz Shackleton – Founder and Editor of Streamlined, a publication focused on the global film and streaming industries. With extensive experience analyzing Asia’s film and TV markets and contributing to major publications like Deadline and Screen International, Liz’s insights will strengthen our international media strategy.

• Ronald C. Pruett, Jr. – Managing Partner of The Boston Associates. Ron advises and operates consumer brands, digital media platforms, and investors worldwide, focusing on the Creator Economy. He has held leadership roles in public and private companies, including Al Roker Entertainment, As Seen on TV, Insurance.com, and Acquia. As a seasoned CEO, board member, and strategist, Ronald’s expertise in business growth and market expansion will be invaluable as we scale globally.

Building a lasting and globally relevant business takes more than vision—it requires getting the right people into the room.

Our advisory board brings deep expertise in media, technology, and creative enterprise. They will help us sharpen our approach as we scale across Africa and beyond. Their guidance will ensure that we move with clarity, ambition, and a global perspective. We look forward to working with them to mold the future of our company and the industry we serve.