2CONCERT

Founded in 2019 in Bordeaux, France, 2CONCERT emerged from a recognition that major infrastructure and industrial projects often face significant hurdles when it comes to local acceptance and integration. The firm's co-founders, Renaud Dupuy and Kasia Czora, saw an opportunity to bridge the gap between project developers and the communities affected by large-scale developments. Rather than offering traditional public relations in a reactive sense, 2CONCERT positioned itself as a specialist in stakeholder engagement and concertation—the structured, often legally mandated process of dialogue between project owners, local authorities, and citizens. This focus on participatory communication has defined the agency's growth, allowing it to build a team of over 10 consultants and 6 experts based in Bordeaux and operating across France.

From Local Roots to National Impact

While headquartered in Bordeaux, 2CONCERT's work spans the entirety of France, including its overseas territories. The agency has completed 60 missions since its founding, generating 1.25 million euros in revenue by 2023. A flagship project illustrating their approach is the Carbon Giga factory for photovoltaic panels in Fos-sur-Mer, where 2CONCERT provides concertation support under the guarantees of the French Environmental Code. This project involves coordinating dialogue between industrial developers, environmental authorities, and local residents, ensuring that the project's integration into the region is transparent and inclusive. Such work requires not only communication skills but also a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and local political dynamics—a niche where 2CONCERT has developed particular expertise.

Services Tailored to Large-Scale Projects

2CONCERT's service offering is built around the lifecycle of major projects, from initial feasibility studies through construction and operation. Their core services include:

• Territorial analysis – Mapping local stakeholders, understanding community concerns, and assessing the social and political landscape before a project begins.
• Communication strategy development – Crafting tailored plans that align project objectives with local expectations, using both digital and in-person channels.
• Organization of stakeholder exchange sessions – Designing and facilitating public meetings, workshops, and online consultations that meet legal requirements and build trust.
• Public relations management – Handling media relations, press releases, and crisis communication specific to infrastructure projects.
• Ongoing concertation support – Providing continuous advisory services throughout project phases to ensure engagement remains agile and responsive to emerging issues.

These services are delivered by a multidisciplinary team that includes project managers, sociologists, and communication specialists, all based in the Bordeaux office. The agency's methodology emphasizes transparency and adaptability, recognizing that each project has unique local contexts and regulatory demands.

Who Benefits from 2CONCERT's Approach

2CONCERT is particularly well-suited for developers of large-scale industrial, energy, or infrastructure projects facing complex stakeholder landscapes. This includes companies in renewable energy, transportation, urban development, and manufacturing who need to navigate French environmental regulations and local opposition. The agency is also a strong fit for public authorities and local governments managing projects that require public consultation. Because 2CONCERT focuses exclusively on concertation and stakeholder engagement—rather than general PR—it offers a specialized depth that generalist agencies cannot match. For organizations looking to embed community dialogue into their project planning from the outset, 2CONCERT provides a structured, experienced partner based in Bordeaux but capable of working throughout France.