Emma McClarkin has been the CEO of the British Beer and Pub Association since 2019 and was awarded an Order of the British Empire, or OBE, for her exceptional services to the hospitality industry. Before joining BBPA, she served as a member of the European Parliament for the East Midlands for 10 years. She has also held posts including chair of the Commonwealth Forum and director of global policy for the Sports Integrity Global Alliance and is currently chair of the World Brewing Alliance, vice chair of the Tourism Alliance Board, and director of the Ivors Academy.