Emmeline Kent

Emmeline Kent is a skilled finance professional with extensive experience in commercial finance and budget management. Currently serving as the Senior Commercial Finance Manager at Card Factory since September 2023, Emmeline previously held the position of Head of Budget & Spend for Retail Operations at Virgin Media O2, overseeing a substantial budget for Stores Operations and Property. Emmeline's career at O2 (Telefónica UK) spanned over 12 years, during which various roles were undertaken, including Finance and Governance Manager and Financial Support & Delivery Manager, focusing on financial advice, strategic planning, and budget governance. Emmeline began the professional journey as a Graduate Trainee at Naylor Drainage Ltd and progressed to work as a Commercial Analyst at Cadbury Schweppes. Emmeline holds a 1st BSC Hons in Marketing from Aston University and is a qualified ACMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant.