Trailblazing Corporate Narratives and Branding with Over Two Decades of Innovative Influence

With a career spanning more than 20 years, Blake Simpson stands as a paragon in the realm of corporate communications, renowned for her visionary leadership and demonstrated expertise in shaping corporate narratives. At the heart of her strategy lies a profound commitment to crafting and sharing stories that resonate deeply across various audiences.

As Senior Vice President and Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer at Adtalem, Blake has been instrumental in shaping the company’s global communications, investor relations, government relations and alumni engagement strategies, and steering the sustainability agenda. Her virtuosity in developing and executing Adtalem’s enterprise brand and communication strategy has elevated the company’s market presence, connecting with customers, shareholders, employees, and communities worldwide.

Her career journey, which includes pivotal roles at NBC News, Yahoo!, Levi's, and Old Navy, has firmly established Blake as a communications maven. Her forward-thinking approach and charge in handling large-scale enterprise strategies consistently result in impactful and strategic narratives that speak to executives, employees, consumers, and communities alike.

As a founding member of CHIEF and an advisor to the rapidly ascending unicorn startup Fetch Rewards, Blake continues to influence the communications sector profoundly. Her insights on the perils of misinformation, especially highlighted in her TEDx talk addressing the 2020 societal and political dynamics, underscore her commitment to ethical and responsible storytelling.

Blake's academic credentials, comprising a Master of Science in Journalism from Boston University and a Bachelor of Science in Comparative Politics from the University of California at Davis, have been fundamental in honing her skills and providing her with a multifaceted perspective on communications and corporate affairs.