| Kate Walsh | |
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| Birth Date: | 17 June 1981 |
| Birth Place: | Hednesford, Staffordshire, England |
| Nationality: | British |
| Occupation: | Businesswoman |
| Employer: | BoConcept |
| Years Active: | 2009–present |
| Known For: | Reality TV contestant, TV presenter, business executive |
| Television: | The Apprentice Live from Studio Five OK! TV |
| Education: | BSc |
| Alma Mater: | Aston University |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |