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Alina Jenkins
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Transform communication impact with Alina Jenkins, speaker and executive coach. Alina works with leadership teams to enhance authentic communication, storytelling, and team relationships, delivering trusted expertise for major UK banks and global supermarket chains.
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Alina Jenkins is an accomplished presenter and broadcaster with over two decades of experience in the media, predominantly with the BBC. Since beginning her career in 2001, she has built a strong reputation for her authentic communication style, facilitating countless interviews and discussions on various topics. Alina's journey began at BBC South Today and BBC Radio Solent, where she was one of only four women hosting a speech breakfast show.
In 2013, she joined the BBC National Weather team in London, contributing to flagship programmes such as Countryfile and the Six and Ten O’clock News while delivering forecasts for Radio 4. Beyond broadcasting, Alina is an executive coach and Trusted Adviser Associate, helping leaders enhance their communication skills and foster stronger relationships within their teams. Her extensive experience as a journalist and presenter allows her to develop key skills such as storytelling, questioning, and active listening.
Alina has worked with clients from high-profile organisations, including the Chief Financial Officer of a major UK bank and the Managing Director of a global supermarket chain. Following her coaching sessions, she played a vital role in designing a tailored Leadership Behaviours training programme for the supermarket chain, which is set to expand into the United States. As Head of Communications for BodyTalk, Alina also writes and presents content for podcasts, videos, and social media, showcasing her versatility and commitment to effective communication. Her work inspires numerous clients to elevate their impact and assertiveness, helping them communicate their vision clearly and confidently. With a genuine passion for empowering others, Alina Jenkins is a significant voice in the field of communication, making her insights valuable for anyone looking to enhance their professional interactions.
Alina brings over two decades of BBC broadcasting experience, offering unparalleled insights into effective communication and personal impact. Her proven track record in enhancing the skills of leaders at top global companies ensures your team can achieve transformative growth. Booking Alina means investing in a speaker who will not only inspire but also equip your team with the tools for lasting success.
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Alina Jenkins draws on her two decades as a BBC broadcaster to structure sessions around the core journalist skills of storytelling, questioning, and active listening, applying these directly to leadership communication contexts.
Alina Jenkins speaks on communication skills, leadership behaviours, and executive coaching. She brings over two decades of BBC broadcasting experience, including presenting for Countryfile and the Six and Ten O'clock News, alongside executive coaching work with senior figures from a major UK bank and a global supermarket chain.
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