Ruth joined in 2024, and as corporate communications director her responsibilities include oversight and delivery of the company’s internal and external communications and key corporate projects. 

Previously she led communications at trade body the Publishers Association and prior to her time in publishing held senior communications roles in higher education and the public sector. Her expertise lies in corporate communications, media relations, and reputation management.

She holds an English Literature degree and postgraduate qualifications in journalism, PR, and business. Ruth is passionate about the power of books and the broader cultural and social value of publishing.

She lives in South Yorkshire with her partner, children and greyhound and can often be found in a climbing centre or local park, reading a book, or drinking too much coffee.