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Sophie Chesters

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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.

Last updated Jun 11, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Role
Global Head of Media
Company
Unilever
Based
London, United Kingdom
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

Global Media StrategyProgrammatic AdvertisingBrand SafetyData PrivacyDigital TransformationMedia Investment OptimizationResponsible MediaConsumer Goods Marketing

Speaking topics

Responsible Media and Brand SafetyGlobal Media StrategyDigital Advertising TransformationSustainable Advertising Practices

Recognition

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