Cooper Blair

European PR Project Lead at Zeekr EU

Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

About

Experience

  • Zeekr Europe ()
    • PR Project Lead - Europe
      Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

      - Leading all European PR activities - Defining EU PR strategy for engagement with both Automotive and Non-Automotive media - Crafting effective product launch communication plans - Managing local PR teams - Yearly budget planning - Executive Positioning - Corporate Communications - Brand Partnerships - Crisis Management - Management of multiple agencies

    • Public Relations Lead - Europe
      Sep 2024 - Oct 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos

      - Directed pan-European PR initiatives, agency coordination, and product narrative development. - Developed creative campaign frameworks and media assets tailored to diverse markets. - Managed event logistics, earned media strategy, and influencer activations. - Drove measurable results in sentiment, coverage volume, and brand perception across the EU.

    • Product Communications
      Jan 2024 - Sep 2024 · 9 mos

  • Lead PR Manager Europe at NIO
    Jul 2023 - Jan 2024 · 7 mos

    Led pan-European PR for NIO during a critical growth phase, shaping how the brand entered and scaled across new markets. Built and leveraged strong media relationships across automotive and lifestyle to drive high-impact coverage, credibility, and cultural relevance. Defined market-specific storytelling, translating global positioning into locally resonant narratives across multiple European regions. Directed influencer strategy and launch activations, turning key moments into coordinated, multi-channel visibility across earned, social, and experiential touchpoints. Aligned internal stakeholders and external agencies to ensure consistency in messaging, execution, and brand perception across markets. Contributed to measurable growth in awareness and consideration during a pivotal expansion period.

  • Benelux PR Manager at Xiaomi Technology
    Feb 2022 - Jul 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Managed PR across the Benelux for Xiaomi’s mobile and smart home ecosystem, driving brand visibility in a highly competitive market. Increased earned media coverage by 40% YoY through proactive storytelling, strong media relations, and consistent narrative building. Localized global campaigns for the Benelux, ensuring cultural relevance and market impact across both consumer tech and lifestyle segments. Built and maintained a strong network of media and influencer partners, strengthening brand credibility and reach across key verticals. Led product launches and press moments, coordinating messaging, media outreach, and hands-on experiences to maximize coverage and engagement. Integrated influencer activity with PR to amplify key announcements and extend reach across digital channels. Collaborated closely with marketing, retail, and e-commerce teams to align communications with commercial priorities and product cycles. Monitored performance and sentiment, using insights to refine messaging and improve campaign effectiveness over time.

  • Public Relations & Hospitality Consultant at BLAIR PR CONSULTING
    Oct 2016 - Jan 2022 · 5 yrs 4 mos

    Consulting for brands within the f&b, fashion, beauty and tech industry. Services: Public Relations Social Media Management Crisis Management Product Development Business Development Growth Management

  • Strategy & Communications at FALAFVAL
    Dec 2020 - Dec 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Consulting position Services: Public Relations Growth Management Business Management