Media Response Template for Executive Misconduct

This media response template is intended to serve as a starting point for developing your own messaging and holding statements around executive misconduct allegations within your organization.

We recommend developing a proper communications strategy around any issue, but the template statement below contains the sort of language that has reliably steered many organizations through the early stages of a crisis.

When you need to say something quickly, you can modify the template to fit your situation, buying your organization the time it needs to consider the issue and its response more thoroughly.

IMPORTANT: Replace any placeholder text below with your organization’s name or other details of your particular issue.

Template

[Organization Name] is aware of serious allegations concerning the conduct of [Executive Name/Position]. We are treating these matters with the utmost seriousness, and an independent investigation is already underway to ensure a fair and unbiased review of the facts.

As part of this process, [Executive Name] has been placed on [leave/temporary suspension] to facilitate a thorough and objective examination. Our organization remains committed to transparency and accountability throughout this process.

We are focused on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and ensuring that our [employees/customers/stakeholders] can continue to rely on us for professionalism and respect in every aspect of our operations. We will provide updates as appropriate and ask for patience as the investigation proceeds.

For any immediate inquiries, please contact [Designated Contact Information].