Katie Bird

Katie Bird is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in leadership roles within various organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Communications at the International Cocoa Initiative since December 2019, Katie Bird oversees communication strategies and media relations for a non-profit focused on combating child and forced labor in the cocoa sector. Previously, from February 2012 to November 2019, Katie Bird held the position of Head of Communications and Marketing at the International Organization for Standardization, where responsibilities included content strategy development and managing the organization's web presence. Prior consulting work at Union for Ethical BioTrade and a background as a Science Reporter at Decision News Media, coupled with the honor of being awarded Web Writer of the Year in 2011, reflect a strong commitment to effective communication. Katie Bird holds a BA in Human Sciences from the University of Oxford.