Therese Drabløs
About Therese Drabløs
Therese Drabløs serves as the Head of Artist & Employee Relations at Sony Music Entertainment Norway, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in various roles at Sony Music, she emphasizes sustainability initiatives and contributes to strategic decision-making within the company.
Current Role at Sony Music Entertainment
Therese Drabløs serves as the Head of Artist & Employee Relations at Sony Music Entertainment Norway. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the management team and participating in strategic decision-making. Her role involves fostering positive relationships between artists and the organization, ensuring that both artist and employee needs are met effectively.
Previous Positions at Sony Music Entertainment
Drabløs has held multiple roles at Sony Music Entertainment. She was the Marketing Manager from 2011 to 2015, focusing on marketing strategies in Oslo, Norway. Following that, she served as the Head of Local Repertoire from 2015 to 2018, where she managed local music initiatives. Additionally, she worked as the Public Relations Manager for one year in 2007, and as a Manager from 2008 to 2011, contributing to various operational aspects of the company.
Education and Expertise
Therese Drabløs studied Media Business and earned a Bachelor of Arts from the Victorian College of the Arts from 2001 to 2002. She furthered her education at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), where she also studied Media Business and achieved a Bachelor of Arts from 2002 to 2003. Her academic background supports her expertise in the music industry, particularly in marketing and public relations.
Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives
In her current role, Drabløs leads the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) portfolio for Sony Music Entertainment Norway. She emphasizes sustainability initiatives, reflecting a commitment to social and environmental responsibility within the music industry. Her leadership in this area aligns with broader industry trends focusing on sustainable practices.
Impact on the Music Industry
Drabløs has played a significant role in navigating the digitalization era of the music industry. Her focus on change management and project management has been crucial in adapting to the evolving landscape of music consumption and distribution. Her contributions have helped shape strategies that align with contemporary industry challenges.