Avril Collins

Avril Collins is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Senior Director of Corporate Affairs for Kellanova Europe since October 2023, after a brief tenure in the same role at Kellogg Europe. Prior to these positions, Avril held the title of Director of Corporate Affairs at The HEINEKEN Company from May 2021 to October 2023 and has a notable history with Murray, where Avril delivered award-winning corporate communications campaigns for major organizations. In addition to extensive roles in corporate and financial communications, Avril has served as Chairperson of the Marketing Society of Ireland and held senior consulting and account management positions with Teneo Blue Rubicon, Murray Consultants, Weber Shandwick, and Unique Media. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Public Relations from Technological University Dublin and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Dublin City University, along with a Certificate in Company Direction from the Institute of Directors.