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Meet the Global Influencer Council 2026-2027 Members

The 2026-2027 members of the Global Influencer Council have been announced, bringing together a new global cohort of brand leaders ready to shape the future of influencer marketing and the creator economy.

Now entering its second year, the Global Influencer Council continues to grow as a space for marketers to discuss the evolving challenges and opportunities in the industry and turn collective insight into practical guidance for brands.

During the first year of the Council, members have driven industry conversation, contributing to publications including Forbes, Campaign, Ad Age and Hello Partner. The Council also published its first insight report based on “How to Scale Your Influencer Program.”

For Kerry Meakins, Global Director of the Global Influencer Council, the new group of leaders marks an important step in the Council’s evolution.

“The first year of the Global Influencer Council was defined by building insight and growing a close-knit community. This year we will go deeper, focusing on moving the industry and making the changes needed to create clarity and stronger impact. The 2026-2027 members represent some of the most exciting voices in influencer marketing today, and their perspectives will be invaluable.”

The 2026-2027 Council brings together one global cohort, reflecting the increasingly connected nature of the creator economy. Its members represent brands across beauty, technology, entertainment, retail, finance, travel, food, wellness and more.

Influencer marketing is a central part of brand strategy and amplifies every marketing channel. Together, they will explore the biggest questions shaping the industry today: how influence drives growth, how measurement needs to mature, and what best practice should look like. 

Meet the 2026-2027 members
  • Alyssa Fallon, 3Z Brands  
  • Bianca Spada, Global Social Media & Creators Lead | Wearables, Meta  
  • Bilal Lakhani, Director - Influencer Lead, Pfizer  
  • Danielle Hiam, Senior Advertising Manager, Space NK  
  • Daniel Mora, Partnerships and Influencer Marketing, Lufthansa  
  • Davina Kumal, Global Director, PR, Influencer Marketing and Advocacy, Coty Rimmel London  
  • Giedrius Petraitis, Head of Partnerships, Surfshark  
  • Grace Danas, Director of Partnerships, Stately   
  • Jess Kessler, Head of Brand & Content Marketing, North America, Audible  
  • Kelsey Blodget, Senior Manager, Influencer Marketing, DoorDash  
  • Kim Tipton, Sr. Social Media Manager, Kimberly-Clark  
  • Leah Walker, Head of Influencer and Creator Marketing, Adobe  
  • Lynsey Smith, Global Social and Influence Director, Beauty & Wellbeing, Unilever
  • Madison Love, Director of Influencer Marketing, Brick  
  • Mallory Kuenzi, Senior Director, Creators & Social, Expedia  
  • Maya Shaff, Global Director of Influencers & Affiliates, Oura  
  • Meg Bass, Global Media Manager - Foods, Unilever  
  • Michael Ruffolo, Head of Creator & Influencer Partnerships, Shopify  
  • Nicole Sia, Managing Director, Head of Social, Chase Bank  
  • Paige Smith, Brand Social & Influencer Marketing Lead, Sky  

Congratulations and welcome to all of this year’s members.

Follow the Global Influencer Council on LinkedIn for regular updates.