Emma Walsh
About Emma Walsh
Emma Walsh serves as the Managing Editor for Digital Channels at Avon, where she oversees brand publishing across global platforms. With a background in internal communications and digital marketing, she has held various roles at Avon and Twelve Consultancy, contributing to effective engagement strategies.
Work at Avon
Emma Walsh has held multiple roles at Avon, demonstrating a progressive career within the organization. She began her tenure as an Internal Communications Specialist for the UK and EMEA from 2013 to 2016, followed by a position as UK Internal Communications Manager from 2017 to 2018. In 2016, she transitioned to Communications Manager for the Commercial Business, a role she held until 2017. Walsh served as Global Digital Communications Manager (interim) from 2018 to 2019, and later as Editor for Global Digital Communications & PMO from 2019 to 2020. Currently, she is the Managing Editor for Digital Channels, a position she has held since 2020.
Education and Expertise
Emma Walsh has a solid educational background in communications and marketing. She studied at the University of Exeter, where she earned a BA in English from 2004 to 2007. Following this, she obtained an Advanced Certificate in Public Relations from Leeds Beckett University in 2008-2009. In 2018, she furthered her expertise by achieving a Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing from the Digital Marketing Institute. This combination of education equips her with a strong foundation in both traditional and digital communication strategies.
Background
Before joining Avon, Emma Walsh gained experience at Twelve Consultancy, where she worked in various roles from 2007 to 2012. She started as a Junior Account Executive, then progressed to Senior Account Executive, Digital Consultant, and finally Account Manager. This diverse experience in consultancy provided her with valuable skills in account management and digital communications, which she later applied in her roles at Avon.
Achievements
During her time at Avon, Emma Walsh played a pivotal role in enhancing the reach and impact of the company's internal and external engagement programs on a global scale. She is responsible for overseeing brand publishing across Avon's global channels, ensuring a consistent and impactful flow of creative content. Additionally, she collaborates closely with a network of local communications professionals to promote alignment and best practices within the organization.