Esther Porta

Esther Porta is a senior Public Relations professional with more than 29 years’ experience in media relations and crisis management, working both in-house with the Korean multinational Samsung, with an award-winning London PR agency, and as an independent consultant. She has delivered high-profile national and international PR campaigns, managed complex challenges, and built strong stakeholder relations through a collaborative approach, particularly in fast-paced agency environments.

A committed animal lover, Esther worked for over 25 years with Samsung to promote the pioneering work of Chairman Lee Kun Hee, highlighting the value of the human–canine partnership and engaging with key stakeholders to address sensitive societal issues and perceptions about dogs in South Korea. She has also served as PR and Media Manager at the Mayhew animal welfare charity in London and as a Trustee of the Seeing Dogs charity.

Esther lives in London with her 10-year-old King Charles Spaniel, Piper

Esther stepped down as a Trustee in September 2025.