An accomplished C-suite executive (Communications, External Affairs) with a proven track record of leading global, multi-award-winning teams to deliver exceptional content and innovative digital communications and journalism. With a strong focus on collaboration, silo-busting and stakeholder engagement I bring purpose and ESG focused strategies to the heart of businesses so they become operational norm. I have successfully managed reputational and issues management, governance, strategic oversight, leadership and transformation across Executive, Non-Executive and Advisory roles. I have driven change and digital transformation within complex organisations, modernising workflows, and fostering cultures of innovation and collaboration. Skilled in developing strategies that blend creativity with data-driven decision-making to exceed quality, engagement, and revenue targets. I’m a dedicated advocate for diversity, and inclusion, with a history of implementing impactful workplace policies and promoting positive, lasting change.I've led teams that focused on internal and external communications, built strategic partnerships, and managed all public affairs efforts to enhance organisational impact.As a digital news executive, I've built and led global multi award-winning digital journalism teams that delivered end-to-end products and met both audience and commercial KPIs. I oversaw all international news, sport and programming teams and was the key advocate for the creation of a global climate team and increased coverage of the climate crisis. I'm comfortable leading through change and have plenty of experience driving digital transformation in complex global organisations like BBC and CNN using effective stakeholder management, communications and effective workflow that meet audience needs. I believe success comes from creating quality products and building communities with passionate, creative and curious teams that share the same values and purpose.My key skills: Global leadership and team management; Digital editorial leadership; Stakeholder engagement; Digital innovation and distribution; Multi-format content production; Content strategy (video, audio, text); Sustainability, diversity and inclusion; Social and environmental impact; Change Management; Innovative storytelling; ESG; Corporate Reputation and Brand Management; Corporate governance;