Speaker Profile

Claire Tobin is the Head of North America Campaigns at Canva, based in Los Angeles. A seasoned marketing leader with 20 years of experience, Claire has developed and led global brand strategies and campaigns for some of the world’s most loved brands, including Netflix and Nike. With over 13 years in leadership roles, she has built and coached high-performing, cross-functional teams across multiple regions and time zones, known for fostering creativity, collaboration, and strategic excellence. Her portfolio spans iconic global brands such as Adidas, ASICS, Heineken, P&G, Emirates, McDonald’s, and Unilever. Having worked both brand- and agency-side in London, Sydney, and Amsterdam, Claire brings a rare blend of creative vision and commercial acumen to her work. A graduate of the University of Auckland with a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing, Claire is passionate about using creativity and innovation to deliver meaningful, world-class marketing solutions.