Chelsea Whyte

Chelsea specialises in UK and European political and corporate communications, utilising various digital media tools for campaigning. Since joining Rud Pedersen she has worked across a number of sectors including energy, manufacturing, agriculture, financial and legal services.

She advises clients on how to use strategic communications to achieve their goals, utilising a range of avenues including political outreach, engaging the media, and developing owned channels. Her experience running digital campaigns enables her to counsel clients on maximising content reach and targeting stakeholders effectively.

Chelsea is an active member of the UK's Liberal Democrats, with a robust network in liberal circles across Europe. She uses her contacts to support clients' understanding of how the UK political system works and engage with a broad spectrum of politicians. Chelsea stood as a Parliamentary Candidate for the Liberal Democrats at the General Election in July 2024.

She has experience working in a range of political bodies, from local government to the EU institutions. She previously worked in the office of the Elected Mayor of Watford, dealing with key policy issues for the local authority, including public health, planning, and development. Chelsea led the Mayor’s successful re-election campaign in 2022. She also has experience working in Brussels for a British MEP in the European Parliament, advising on issues relating to home affairs, civil liberties, human rights and the environment. She worked advising the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats Group (now Renew Europe) on policy and public affairs matters.

Chelsea holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from the University of Reading.