Karen Eccles

Karen Eccles is an experienced professional in advertising and commercial partnerships, currently serving as Chief Commercial Officer and Managing Director of Digital & Innovation at The Telegraph since November 2017. In addition, Karen is a Board Director and Trustee at Young Lives vs Cancer, a Mentor at Bloom UK, and a member of WACL (Women in Advertising & Communications Leadership) since May 2024. Previous roles include Managing Director, Commercial at Beano Studios, and Director of Video Partnerships at The Stylist Group. Karen's career also includes significant positions at Innovid, Classic FM, and Associated Newspapers, demonstrating a strong background in strategic sales and commercial innovation. Karen holds a Bachelor's Degree in English Language & Literature and Philosophy from Durham University.