Steve Cottrell
About Steve Cottrell
Steve Cottrell serves as the Database Management and Customer Insight Lead at The Economist Media Businesses, a position he has held since 2016. He has a background in marketing and customer insight, having previously worked at ESI International and The Economist.
Work at The Economist
Steve Cottrell has been employed at The Economist since 2013. He initially served as a Customer Insight Executive for three years, where he focused on understanding customer behaviors and preferences. In 2016, he transitioned to the role of Database Management & Customer Insight Lead within The Economist Media Businesses. In this capacity, he oversees database management and customer insights, contributing to the strategic direction of the media division.
Previous Experience at ESI International
Before joining The Economist, Steve Cottrell worked at ESI International as a Marketing Executive from 2011 to 2012. His role involved marketing initiatives and strategies, contributing to the company's outreach and engagement efforts. This experience provided him with a foundation in marketing that he later applied in his roles at The Economist.
Education and Expertise
Steve Cottrell studied at Loughborough University from 2009 to 2013, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Retail, Marketing, and Management. This academic background equipped him with essential knowledge and skills in marketing strategies, consumer behavior, and management principles, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Career Progression
Steve Cottrell's career has shown a clear progression in the field of customer insight and database management. Starting as a Customer Insight Executive at The Economist, he developed expertise in understanding customer needs. His advancement to Database Management & Customer Insight Lead reflects his growing responsibilities and the trust placed in him to guide customer insight strategies within The Economist Media Businesses.