Kate Walsh | |
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Born | |
Nationality | British |
Education | BSc |
Alma mater | Aston University |
Occupation | Businesswoman |
Years active | 2009–present |
Employer | BoConcept |
Known for | Reality TV contestant, TV presenter, business executive |
Television | The Apprentice Live from Studio Five OK! TV |
Kate Walsh (born 17 June 1981) [1] is an English business executive and former television personality. Walsh come to public attention in March 2009 whilst appearing as a candidate in the fifth series of The Apprentice . [2] [3] She subsequently co-hosted the Channel 5 evening entertainment show Live from Studio Five from to 2009 until 2011 and also its replacement show OK! TV during 2011. [4]
In 2024, Walsh was appointed as Chief Retail Officer for BoConcept in Denmark.
Walsh grew up in Staffordshire and attended Blake Valley Technology College. She graduated with a BSc degree in Psychology and Management from Aston University, Birmingham. [2] [5]
In 2009, Walsh took part in Series 5 of The Apprentice where she competed for a job working for Alan Sugar. She finished as runner-up to Yasmina Siadatan. [3]
After her stint on The Apprentice, Walsh hosted a women's fashion segment on GMTV , appearing for a number of episodes. [6]
In September 2009, Walsh joined Channel 5 to present Live from Studio Five . [7] She presented the show alongside various co-presenters until its cancellation in February 2011. [8] Walsh was the only presenter from the original line-up to remain with the programme from its launch. [8] Walsh co-present the entertainment show, OK! TV from 14 February 2011 to August 2011. [9]
Before appearing on The Apprentice Walsh had worked in business including as a Licensing Development Manager for a coffee company. [10]
After the TV presenting career, Walsh returned to working in the retail industry. She worked for around ten years at Pandora in a variety of roles ultimately as Senior Vice President Omnichannel Retail. [11] In April 2024, Walsh was appointed as Chief Retail Officer for BoConcept. [12]
Year | Film | Role |
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2009 | The Apprentice | Contestant |
2009 | GMTV | Fashion presenter |
2009 | Ideal World | Presenter/Seller |
2009–2011 | Live From Studio Five | Presenter |
2011 | OK! TV | Presenter |
2013 | Dangerous Drivers' School | Participant |
Big Brother's Bit on the Side | Panelist |
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