Diane Pender

Diane Pender is a seasoned professional in event communications and marketing, currently serving as the Head of Event Communications at St. James’s Place since April 2024. Previously, Diane held the role of Head of Corporate Events and Sponsorship at M&G plc from August 2019 to August 2023, and worked at Prudential Assurance from January 2006 to August 2019, where responsibilities included managing Prudential's sponsorship strategy, overseeing the UK Events strategy, and establishing a Key Account Marketing support function. Diane's career also includes positions as Group Marketing Manager at Abbey for Intermediaries, Marketing Executive/Manager at Scottish Amicable/Prudential, and a Marketing Assistant role at Scottish Enterprise. Early career experience includes an Editorial Assistant position at DC Thomson. Diane graduated with a BA (Hons) in English and Politics from the University of Strathclyde.