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Beyond the regulatory, legal and ethical requirements of these sectors, our deep sector experience across Asia and international markets means that we are conversant with sector-specific issues, content, thematics, industry trends and jargon – especially across life sciences, food and nutrition, agri-foods, global banking & markets, corporate & institutional banking.   

For these sectors, breaching sector-specific regulatory, ethical and/or broader national, data privacy and media operating requirements will often result in severe penalties.

Navigating Complexity

In today’s nano-second digital world, every element of the marketing program, sales and pitch material, social media post, message and piece of content, choice of influencers and influencer advocacy plan needs to be timely, compelling and compliant with industry-specific requirements and ethical guidelines.  This is a mandatory but complex process, as each region and sector has its own set of rules, intricacies, and challenges. 

Across these high-regulated sectors and instances, we bring 30+ years of international sector experience   We are uniquely positioned to help clients achieve their strategic marketing, brand building and communications needs – often packaged as a core story delivered across the key touchpoints.  We craft stories and content that effectively communicate the underlying value proposition, ensuring it is well-defined from the start – this is the most critical success factor. We lead with a robust, regulatory-compliant marketing and communication strategy to create high-impact narratives.

We help clients align their brand’s purpose alongside its corresponding sustainability (ESG) framework, stakeholder materiality, and impact plans – to better identify and manage pertinent risks, build reputation and deliver sustainable growth – empowering businesses to create long-term business value. 

High-Regulated Sectors

Life Sciences

Life Sciences

Biosciences, MedTech, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare

Professional B2B Corporate Services

Professional B2B
Corporate Services

  • Audit & Tax
  • Management Consulting & Legal

Food & Nutrition

Food & Nutrition

Food, Beverage, Nutraceuticals, Supplements

Global Banking & Markets,
Corporates & Institutions Banking

  • Investment Banking, Capital Markets & Research
  • Corporate & Commercial Banking
  • Merchant Banking
  • Institutional Banking
  • Asset Management
  • Sustainable Finance

Agriculture &
Agri-food & Aquaculture

Agriculture & Agri-food

Crop Science, Plant/Agriculture Biotechnology, Seed Technology, Vertical Farming and Indoor Agriculture

Asset Management, Private Banking & Wealth Management

Private Banking & Wealth Management

ESG & Sustainability

ESG & Sustainability

Environmental Stewardship, Climate Change Mitigation, Biodiversity, Conservation, Sustainable Supply Chain, Social Responsibility, Governance & Ethics

High-Regulated Sectors

Life Sciences

Biosciences, MedTech, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare

ESG & Sustainability

Environmental Stewardship, Climate Change Mitigation, Biodiversity, Conservation, Sustainable Supply Chain, Social Responsibility, Governance & Ethics

Food & Nutrition

Food, Beverage, Nutraceuticals, Supplements

Professional B2B Corporate Services

  • Audit & Tax
  • Management Consulting & Legal

Agriculture & Agri-food

Crop Science, Plant/Agriculture Biotechnology, Seed Technology, Vertical Farming and Indoor Agriculture

Private Banking & Wealth Management

Global Banking & Markets, Corporate & Institutional Banking

  • Investment Banking, Capital Markets & Research
  • Corporate & Commercial Banking
  • Merchant Banking
  • Institutional Banking
  • Asset Management
  • Sustainable Finance

Regulated Sectors

Here are a few examples of high-regulated sectors where marketers need to be diligent in ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations to avoid legal and reputational risks.

Life Sciences

Marketers in the life sciences (BioSciences, Pharma, BioTech & MedTech) industry must adhere to strict government regulations to ensure patient privacy, truthfulness in advertising, and compliance with laws regarding the promotion of pharmaceuticals and medical devices regulations.

Food & Nutrition

Regulations in this sector vary by country but often include food safety and labelling requirements, restrictions on nutrition and health claims, and guidelines for advertising to children. Marketers must ensure that their messaging complies with these regulations to avoid legal repercussions.

Agriculture &
Agri-food


Regulatory compliance is essential for businesses operating in this sector to ensure food safety, environmental sustainability and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Companies must stay informed about applicable regulations, adhere to industry best practices, and maintain high standards of quality and accountability throughout their operations.

Global Banking & Markets,
Corporates & Institutions Banking


Financial services marketers must comply with the prevailing central bank and global regulations, which govern financial privacy and data protection. Additionally, marketing and advertising for financial products/services must adhere to guidelines set by multiple regulatory agencies.

Regulations in the banking sector are primarily aimed at ensuring financial stability, protecting consumers, and preventing financial crimes. Some key areas of regulation in the banking sector include:

  1. Capital Requirements
  2. Liquidity Requirements
  3. Consumer Protection
  4. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF)
  5. Privacy and Data Security
  6. Regulatory Reporting
  7. Corporate Governance & Sustainability Reporting.

Overall, banking regulations play a crucial role in promoting financial stability, protecting consumers, and maintaining public trust in the banking system. Banks and financial institutions must comply with these regulations to operate legally and maintain their license to conduct banking activities.


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Regulations in the banking sector are primarily aimed at ensuring financial stability, protecting consumers, and preventing financial crimes. Some key areas of regulation in the banking sector include:

  1. Capital Requirements
  2. Liquidity Requirements
  3. Consumer Protection
  4. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF)
  5. Privacy and Data Security
  6. Regulatory Reporting
  7. Corporate Governance & Sustainability Reporting.

Overall, banking regulations play a crucial role in promoting financial stability, protecting consumers, and maintaining public trust in the banking system. Banks and financial institutions must comply with these regulations to operate legally and maintain their license to conduct banking activities.