Mandy Cross

Mandy Cross is a seasoned advertising professional with extensive experience in media strategy and client leadership. Currently serving as Business Director and Media Director at PHD since October 2016, Mandy leads client initiatives for McCain UK and has previously contributed to projects for major brands like VW Group, HSBC, Diageo, and HP. Prior roles include Account Director at M2M, Associate Director and Planning/Investment Manager at Starcom MediaVest Group, and Associate Director of Press Trading at Vizeum, where Mandy managed press teams and negotiated with media owners to secure competitive pricing. Early career experience includes serving as Senior Press Executive at ZenithOptimedia, executing planning and buying for high-profile accounts such as L'Oréal Luxury and Ralph Lauren. Mandy holds a 2:1 BA (Hons) in Communication from Bournemouth University.