Sarah Jones
About Sarah Jones
Sarah Jones is a General Manager at Songkick, with extensive experience in business development and management within the media and music industry. She has held various roles at the BBC and Songkick, demonstrating skills in customer acquisition, organizational transformation, and team leadership.
Current Role at Songkick
Sarah Jones serves as the General Manager at Songkick, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees various operational aspects of the company, focusing on enhancing customer experiences and driving business growth. Her leadership is instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of Songkick, particularly in the live music sector.
Previous Experience at BBC
Sarah Jones has an extensive history with the BBC, where she held multiple roles over several years. She began as a Business Analyst from 2003 to 2005, then progressed to Business Development Manager from 2005 to 2008. Following this, she served as Head of European Business Development from 2008 to 2012, and later as Head of Digital and Operations, Business Development from 2011 to 2018. Her tenure at the BBC equipped her with valuable insights into media operations and business strategies.
Experience at Songkick
Prior to her current role, Sarah Jones worked at Songkick as the Commercial Director from 2018 to 2021 and as VP, Commercial for a brief period in 2021. During her time at Songkick, she was involved in driving customer acquisition and retention strategies, as well as launching new services and negotiating commercial partnerships within the music industry.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Jones studied English Literature and Language at the University of Leeds. She furthered her education at Henley Business School, where she completed a program from 2008 to 2010. Her academic background, combined with her professional experience, has equipped her with strong quantitative and analytical skills, particularly in media consultancy.
Mentoring and Leadership Skills
Sarah Jones is actively involved in mentoring, coaching, and personal development initiatives. She has experience in leading cross-functional teams across multiple geographical locations and has a proven track record in recruiting and retaining high-performing talent. Her skills in facilitating organizational transformation contribute to fostering a customer-first culture within the organizations she has worked for.