Sophie Chesters is a senior media and marketing leader at Unilever, one of the world's largest consumer goods companies and a major force in global advertising spend. In her role as Global Head of Media, she oversees the strategic direction of Unilever's media investments across channels and markets, with a particular focus on digital transformation, brand safety, and responsible media practices. Her position places her at the intersection of major industry debates around programmatic advertising, data privacy, and the future of digital identity.
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- Years in industry
- 15 years
Bio
Sophie Chesters is a senior media and marketing leader at Unilever, one of the world's largest consumer goods companies and a major force in global advertising spend. In her role as Global Head of Media, she oversees the strategic direction of Unilever's media investments across channels and markets, with a particular focus on digital transformation, brand safety, and responsible media practices. Her position places her at the intersection of major industry debates around programmatic advertising, data privacy, and the future of digital identity.
Career
Media Director
Unilever · prior to current role
Senior Media Role
Unilever
Expertise & education
Expertise
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Notable achievements
- Overseeing Unilever's multi-billion dollar global media investment strategy as Global Head of Media
- Advancing Unilever's commitments to responsible advertising and brand safety across programmatic channels