Tate appoints Allen as Managing Director 

CARMEL ALLEN will become the Managing Director of Tate on 1 September. 

Allen is currently CEO of Tate Commerce, where she ensures Tate’s commercial activities align with its artistic and social ambitions. 

Allen was previously creative director  for multiple brands, alongside working for major media publications such as Time, Conde Nast, Guardian Media Group and Financial Times. 

“I look forward to working with Carmel as we deliver Tate’s vision for the years ahead,” says MARIA BALSHAW, Director of Tate.

“This is a moment of exciting change for the organisation when we are developing ambitious plans for the future alongside more equitable and sustainable ways of working. I know Carmel has exactly the range of skills and experience we need to make these projects a success”.