Karen Blackett
CBE
Speaker
As former GroupM UK CEO, Karen was selected to turnaround the business over 2.5 years at a critical time, during the COVID global pandemic and the subsequent impact of the killing of George Floyd.
Karen also has extensive multinational experience having served as EMEA Chief Operating Officer, with key priority markets being Russia, Turkey, France, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Czech Republic, South Africa and Israel. During her 3 years in role, strengthening the EMEA network, MediaCom moved from the 5th to 3rd largest EMEA network media agency.
In June 2014, Karen received an OBE in the Queen's Birthday honours and topped the Power List, being the first businesswoman to come in at number 1.
Karen is a proven business leader with a track record in creating vibrant cultures, energising teams, and consistently delivering business growth and success. She is the former UK President for WPP, the world’s largest marketing services group, and responsible for driving growth in WPP’s second largest market of 13,000 people.
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“Karen possesses a unique ability to inspire those around her, fostering a collaborative environment where creativity thrives. Her expertise and passion for her work will undoubtedly lead to continued success.”
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Recent news & events.
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Diversity in Advertising Conference 2025
Karen Blackett CBE attended this conference, where industry leaders discussed the importance of inclusivity and representation within advertising campaigns.
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Creative Industries Summit 2025
Karen participated in panel discussions focused on the future of creativity in the UK and the role of technology in shaping advertising strategies.
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Marketing Excellence Awards 2025
Karen was present to celebrate outstanding achievements in marketing, where she presented an award recognising innovative campaigns that prioritise social responsibility.
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Women in Business Forum
Karen participated in panel discussions focused on empowering women in the corporate world, highlighting strategies for overcoming challenges and advancing in their careers.