Josie Howard

Josie Howard is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in digital advertising and platform development. Currently serving as Director of Platforms & Product at Hearst UK since November 2024, Josie previously held roles as Strategic Advisor & Project Manager at Halstead Incubation Partners and Head of Bidder Development for EMEA & APAC at Yahoo. With a career spanning over two decades, Josie has contributed to various prestigious organizations including Verizon Media, Oath, Microsoft, and Yahoo! UK & Ireland in roles focused on bidder development, partnerships, and international sales. Educational qualifications include a degree in Sustainability Leadership from the University of Cambridge and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Classical Literature from the University of Exeter.