Dawn Airey CBE is a pioneering British media executive, sports administrator and independent director whose career spans broadcasting, entertainment, women’s sport and the arts. She has held senior leadership roles across Channel 5, Channel 4, ITV, Sky, Yahoo and Getty Images, including serving as CEO of Channel 5 and Getty Images. As Chancellor of Edge Hill University, she champions education, ambition and opportunity. Dawn also chairs the Barclays Women’s Super League and Women’s Championship board, the National Youth Theatre and Digital Theatre+, and serves as Deputy Chair of Channel 4. Her leadership has widened representation across media, culture and sport, particularly through her commitment to women’s football, young creative talent and accessible arts education. Awarded a CBE for services to theatre and charity, she continues to use her influence to expand visibility, participation and opportunity.