Vanessa Unwin

Vanessa Unwin is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in internal communications across various industries. Currently serving as Head of Colleague Communications at Allwyn UK since February 2024, Vanessa previously held the position of Global Head of Internal Communications at Hitachi Rail from January 2018 to February 2024, where leadership encompassed defining strategies and delivering impactful communication campaigns. Prior roles include Head of Internal Communications at Hitachi Rail Europe, Internal Communications Business Partner at Virgin Trains East Coast, and Internal Communications Manager at Aviva. Vanessa's expertise also includes developing corporate communication strategies, engaging senior leadership teams, and executing significant internal campaigns that drive employee engagement and business growth. Throughout a career that began in editorial roles, Vanessa has accumulated a wealth of knowledge in facilitating effective internal communication and has achieved notable recognition in employee engagement initiatives. Education includes a degree in English Language and Literature from The University of Manchester.