Yumi Murdoch is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in managing social media strategies across the Asia Pacific region. Currently serving as Vice President of Corporate Affairs & Communications at American Express, Yumi has worked for the company in various capacities and has a passion for telling stories of colleagues, customers, and communities. Highly skilled in digital communications, public relations, and marketing, Yumi handles the company's communication strategies in Japan where she has recently moved. Yumi is also an advocate for LGBTIQ workplace inclusion and was a lead member of PRIDE Colleague Network, an affinity group for LGBTIQ employees at American Express in Australia. She holds a Master of Science (M.S.) degree from Saint Cloud State University and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from California State University-Fresno. Fluent in English and Japanese, Yumi is an avid traveler with a passion for exploring new cultures.