Carmen Sellwood

Carmen Sellwood is an accomplished marketing and communications leader with extensive experience in the advertising and public sector. Currently serving as the Kaitohutohu Matua whakatairanga | Marketing and Comms Lead at Greater Wellington Regional Council since September 2023, Carmen previously held positions including Group Business Director at Clemenger BBDO Wellington and Group Account Director at VMLY&R, where responsibilities encompassed managing key accounts for various government organizations. Carmen's earlier roles include Minister of Relaxation at Rhode Island and significant positions at FCB New Zealand and VMLY&R, demonstrating a robust track record of successful client partnerships. Carmen’s educational background includes a Diploma in Advertising from Auckland University of Technology and ongoing studies toward a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours at Massey University.