Emily Simpson

Emily Simpson is a senior marketing and communications professional with experience across the private and public sectors, including publishing, media, and the arts. Currently, Emily serves as the Co-Chair of the MarComms Group for Culture Consortium Leeds, while previously holding the role of Director of Audiences at Opera North. In this position, Emily led a team focused on driving growth, engagement, and income generation. Emily's background includes significant roles at Maney Publishing and Bella Lingua Ltd, where they managed marketing strategies and project delivery. Emily earned a BA Hons in Modern Languages from Durham University and a CIM PDip in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing.