Julia Herd, CMPRCA

With 20+ years of experience at the intersection of business strategy and brand communications, Jules sits at the right hand of the CEO, advising on investment, revenue and strategic growth. She operates as a trusted business strategist, helping shape company direction while leveraging her deep expertise in communications.

Formerly Global VP of Communications for HTC and Deezer in addition to holding senior positions at AMD and co-running the Microsoft account at Weber Shandwick, she brings a proven track record of translating complex challenges into clear, actionable strategies. A hands-on, omni-channel thinker, Jules builds communications and creative campaigns that deliver tangible business impact, awareness, and engagement.

Recognised three times in PR Week’s Top 300 PR Professionals worldwide, she combines a strategic mindset with a practical approach, helping companies not only communicate effectively but grow and thrive.