Lizzie Afonso

Lizzie Afonso is a seasoned communications professional currently serving as the Director of Communications at Leukaemia UK since October 2022. Prior to this role, Lizzie held various positions at Shelter UK from May 2013 to September 2022, including Assistant Director of Audience Engagement & Planning and Head of Marketing and Strategic Communications, where responsibilities involved leading marketing efforts and aligning communications across the organization. Lizzie's earlier experience includes roles at GolinHarris as an Account Manager, managing media relations for major brands such as Cadbury and Smirnoff, and positions at PHA Media and FremantleMedia, contributing to diverse accounts and productions. An educational background includes a BA (Hons) in English Literature from the University of Warwick.