Linus is a strategic communications consultant specialising in countering disinformation and the Co-Founder and CEO of FORTITUDE – Germany’s first boutique consultancy exclusively focused on protecting organisations from disinformation campaigns. Through FORTITUDE, he supports companies, industry associations, and public institutions in identifying disinformation early, assessing risks, and building effective communications and resilience strategies, from analysis and planning to operational implementation. He brings several years of experience in digital crisis communications, reputation protection, and political campaigns, including work related to the COVID-19 pandemic and the European elections. His work focuses on strategic narratives, counter-narratives, and rapid response structures that enable organisations to remain effective under pressure.