Kate Walsh (born 17 June 1981)Live from Studio Five, 11 and 17 June 2010 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. 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.
In 2024, Walsh was appointed as Chief Retail Officer for BoConcept in Denmark.
Early life 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.
The Apprentice 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.
TV presenting career After her stint on The Apprentice, Walsh hosted a women's fashion segment on GMTV, appearing for a number of episodes.
In September 2009, Walsh joined Channel 5 to present Live from Studio Five.Kate Walsh to front Channel Five show The Guardian, 10 August 2009 She presented the show alongside various co-presenters until its cancellation in February 2011.Five axes Live from Studio Five BBC News, 19 January 2011 Walsh was the only presenter from the original line-up to remain with the programme from its launch. Walsh co-presented the entertainment show, OK! TV, from 14 February 2011 to August 2011.Kate Walsh lands 'OK! TV' presenting job Digital Spy, 11 February.
Business career Before appearing on The Apprentice Walsh had worked in business including as a Licensing Development Manager for a coffee company.
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. In April 2024, Walsh was appointed as Chief Retail Officer for BoConcept.
Filmography Year Film Role2009The Apprentice Contestant 2009GMTV Fashion presenter2009Ideal WorldPresenter/Seller2009–2011Live from Studio FivePresenter2011OK! TVPresenter 2013Dangerous Drivers' SchoolParticipantBig Brother's Bit on the SidePanelist
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