Ilse Howling

Ilse Howling is a highly experienced executive and non-executive director with a strong background in the digital and education sectors. Currently serving as Chairman and Independent Non-Executive Director at Frontier Developments since March 2022, Howling has held various leadership roles including Remuneration Committee Chair at Education Development Trust, Chairman of Community Fibre Limited, and Chairman of UNICEF UK, where the charity's income doubled during tenure. Previous positions include Managing Director roles at Digital UK and Freeview, where significant audience growth was achieved, and extensive experience at the BBC in marketing and communications. Howling holds an MBA with distinction in Change Management and advanced degrees in research and international history from the University of Leeds.