Dame Carolyn McCall OBE

Dame Carolyn McCall OBE

Carolyn has an impressive track record in media and experience of leading digital transformational change both in an international and regulated environment. She has clear strategic acumen and a strong record of driving operational excellence and delivering value to shareholders.

Carolyn created the More Than TV strategy when she joined in 2018. Carolyn has been instrumental in accelerating the strategy into Phase Two, having successfully executed Phase One. She continues to execute the strategy effectively through her strong leadership of the Company ensuring ITV’s transformation into a successful digitally led media and entertainment company.

Previously she was Chief Executive of easyJet plc for seven years and spent over 20 years at the Guardian Media Group holding a number of senior roles, including CEO of Guardian News and Media and then four years as Chief Executive of Guardian Media Group. She has previously served as a Non-executive Director of Lloyds TSB, Tesco plc and New Look Group plc. In 2008, Carolyn was awarded an OBE for her services to women in business and in 2016 a Damehood for her services to the aviation industry.

ITV

ITV is a British free-to-air television network headquartered in London, England. It stands for Independent Television, and it operates a number of channels across the UK, including the main ITV channel, ITV2, ITV3, ITV4, ITVBe, CITV, and ITV Encore (which has since been rebranded as ITV3).

The network produces a wide range of popular programs, including dramas, reality shows, news, and entertainment programs. Some of its well-known shows include “Coronation Street,” “Emmerdale,” “Britain’s Got Talent,” “The X Factor,” “Love Island,” and “Good Morning Britain.” ITV also broadcasts major sporting events, such as the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship football matches.

ITV has been a significant player in the British television industry since it was founded in 1955. It has a diverse range of programming catering to various audiences, making it one of the most-watched television networks in the UK.