Prior to becoming CEO, Rachel was Editor of ITV News where she led the team behind celebrated exclusive and original reporting in the UK and globally.

Rachel regularly speaks publicly advocating for the importance of high-quality, impartial, trusted news for UK and global audiences, the unique role of British public service media and the need for continued prominence for news in a non-linear world. She is passionate about the role of DEI, change on and off screen and is the chair of Women in Journalism.