Katy Leeson

Katy Leeson is CEO of Relentless Media and a dynamic leader in sports and social media innovation. She spent over five years as Managing Director of Social Chain, where founder Steven Bartlett credited her with "changing everything", and was recognised as an IPA Woman of Tomorrow finalist during her tenure. At Relentless Media, she has launched major projects including The Overlap, one of YouTube's leading UK sports shows, and Salford City's social channels. Her sessions equip organisations with fresh perspectives on visionary leadership, digital storytelling, and building influential brands that genuinely connect with modern audiences.

After more than five years at Social Chain, where founder Steven Bartlett credited her with "changing everything", Katy Leeson took on a new challenge as CEO of Gary Neville's Relentless Media in 2022. Since then, she has spearheaded some of the most innovative projects in sports and social media, including launching Salford City's social channels and The Overlap, which has become one of YouTube's leading UK sports shows. Her career trajectory reflects a consistent ability to transform ambitious ideas into influential digital platforms that resonate with modern audiences. Previously, as Managing Director at Social Chain and Head of New Business and Marketing at MediaCom, she built a reputation for strategic vision and commercial impact, earning recognition as an IPA Woman of Tomorrow finalist.

At Relentless Media, Katy has demonstrated how authentic storytelling and visionary leadership can redefine sports media. Working closely with Gary Neville and other high-profile talent, she has developed content that connects with millions whilst maintaining genuine engagement and brand integrity. Her approach combines commercial acumen with creative innovation, understanding that successful digital platforms require both strategic planning and the courage to challenge conventional thinking. The biggest lesson she learned from working with both Steven Bartlett and Gary Neville, she explains, was the power of visionary leadership combined with a willingness to challenge established norms. This philosophy has shaped her leadership style and continues to inform how she builds teams and develops projects that cut through in an increasingly crowded digital landscape.

Katy equips organisations with practical insights on building influential brands, leading digital transformation, and creating content that genuinely connects with audiences. Her sessions explore how visionary leadership translates into tangible results, offering fresh perspectives on navigating the evolving media landscape and harnessing social platforms for commercial success. Audiences gain actionable strategies for developing compelling narratives, building authentic engagement, and leading teams through innovation and change. Whether addressing marketing professionals, business leaders, or creative teams, she delivers real-world expertise grounded in measurable achievement, helping organisations understand how to turn bold ideas into lasting impact in an era where digital presence and authentic storytelling have become essential to commercial success.