Foxtel communications exec resigns

Foxtel Executive Director of Group Communications Jacqui Abbott has resigned after 3 years in the role.

Abbott plans to spend time traveling before pursuing new career opportunities.

Sbe previously had roles with from Ogilvy PR, marketing agency Pulse and has represented major consumer brands including Netflix, Tourism Australia, Xbox, Microsoft, Audible, Coca-Cola, eBay, KFC and IKEA.

She originally joined the agency in early 2015 to lead the Netflix account, and was previously head of public affairs and social media at Virgin Australia and before that at Optus.

Foxtel CEO Patrick Delany said, “Over the past few years, the communications function for the Group has been completely overhauled under Jacqui’s leadership and we have raised the bar on all our PR efforts for our growing portfolio of brands.

“We are now more innovative and different better special in our communications in every way. We have also navigated a number of reputational challenges, a major company reorganisation, and an ever-changing regulatory landscape in the past year during which she has been a steadfast support to me and the Executive team. I want to thank Jacqui for everything she has done. She will be greatly missed by everyone at the Foxtel Group.”

Abbott will remain until the end of March 2024 working towards the launch of Hubbl.

Her replacement will be announced in the New Year.