Kirsten Walkom

Kirsten Walkom is an established global communications leader who has developed world-class brands in over 150 countries. She brings her unique combination of communications skills, media savvy, and political and business acumen to drive impact, strategy and engagement. Currently the Director of Global Communications at the world's leading humanitarian and development organisation for children. Kirsten is committed to brining the voice of the most marginalised communities to a global audience and inclusion on the political agenda. Kirsten has extensive reputation management and corporate communications experience including work with luxury brands, UN organisations and NGOs, and heads of state and members of the Royal Family. She has delivered unparalleled results for clients on the global stage including the UNGA, Davos, political campaigns, and during moments of global mobilisation. Kirsten's work and leadership has been recognised by many top-tier publications including PR Week, Ad Age, and being named one of Marketing Magazine’s ‘Top 30 Under 30’ and as one of the ‘Top Ten to Watch’. She has won multiple awards throughout her career, including recognition from the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, International Association of Business Communicators, and the Clio Awards. Kirsten holds a HBA from Queen’s University in Canada with a specialisation in terrorism and counter-terrorism. She leverages this knowledge to strengthen communications in both traditional and crisis situations.