Strategic Influence and Governance

Ms. McHugh is a strategic corporate affairs leader known for business acumen, resilience, and composed leadership in high-stakes environments. With a reputation for navigating complexity with precision, she brings a forward-thinking, collaborative approach that ensures diverse perspectives are valued in decision-making.

As the global head of Crisis & Reputation Communications for a Fortune 400 multinational, Ms. McHugh is uniquely positioned at the intersection of corporate trust, brand value, and strategic risk management. She understands that intangible assets — reputation, brand equity, and intellectual property — are central to long-term corporate success.

In today’s business landscape, where trust is a critical driver of enterprise value, she excels in helping organizations manage reputational risk, fortify stakeholder confidence, and align communications with overarching business objectives.

Ms. McHugh holds a certification from Harvard University’s Women on Boards Professional Education Program and is a recognized advocate for strong corporate governance and strategic communications at the board level. She is an active member of the Private Directors Association (PDA), Boardlist, and VOCASO.