Antonia Walton

Head of Corporate Communications

Antonia is a trailblazer in corporate communications, consistently delivering exceptional results that set new industry standards. She led Balfour Beatty’s first in-house candidate attraction campaign, driving a 58% increase in job applications and saving £30,000 in external costs while showcasing her creative ingenuity. Her work in managing the Group CEO’s LinkedIn has resulted in a remarkable 900% surge in followers in four years, reinforcing her influence in the industry. Antonia's crisis management expertise has helped safeguard the company’s reputation during a high-profile investigation, and her strategic leadership in coordinating 13 other Tier 1 companies on key issues demonstrates her ability to unite the sector and influence key decisions. She has successfully elevated Balfour Beatty's brand positioning in the energy market, positioning the Group with key stakeholders critical to decision making, and building a powerful brand presence. Antonia’s strategic vision, innovation, and ability to inspire trust at the C-suite level makes her an undeniable force in corporate communications, deserving of this prestigious award.