Rud Pedersen Public Affairs Group is recognized as Europe’s leading public affairs consultancy, with a strong focus on helping organizations navigate political, regulatory, and reputational complexities. The firm opened its Kyiv office in May 2023, as its 15th location in Europe, underscoring a long-term commitment to Ukraine at a time when informed policy engagement and strategic dialogue are critically important. Drawing on deep experience from government, institutions, and industry, Rud Pedersen supports clients across a wide range of industry sectors, including energy, infrastructure, agriculture, defense, healthcare and technology.
The company’s presence in Ukraine strengthens the ecosystem of international advisors working to support democratic policymaking, economic resilience, and market development. By combining local insight with a coordinated European perspective, Rud Pedersen helps businesses and institutions understand how policy decisions are shaped and how to engage constructively with stakeholders in complex and fast-changing environments. This expertise is particularly relevant for Ukraine as it advances reforms, aligns to join the European Union , and prepares for post-war recovery and reconstruction.
“Opening our Kyiv office was a deliberate and values-driven decision for us and our clients,” said American-born Myron Wasylyk, Managing Partner at Rud Pedersen Public Affairs Group. “Ukraine’s future depends on continued investment from existing multinationals, attracting new business players into the market and promoting Ukrainian companies that have a unique selling proposition for Europe and the United States. Through our work in Kyiv and our USUBC membership, we look forward to contributing our public affairs expertise and building meaningful synergies with companies and stakeholders actively engaged in and looking at the Ukrainian marketplace.”
Irina Paliashvili, President & CEO of the U.S.-Ukraine Business Council, welcomed Rud Pedersen, highlighting the importance of seasoned public affairs expertise. “Rud Pedersen brings a rare combination of deep political insight, international reach, and on-the-ground presence in Kyiv,” she said. “Their membership strengthens USUBC’s community of trusted advisors and companies committed to supporting Ukraine’s reform agenda, investment climate, and integration with Euro-Atlantic markets.”