Sara Cocco, MBA
About Sara Cocco, MBA
Sara Cocco, MBA, serves as the Chief Operations Officer at Thesis agency, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in business administration and communications, she has held various roles at Thesis and DHX Advertising, focusing on client partnerships and team development.
Current Role as Chief Operations Officer
Sara Cocco serves as the Chief Operations Officer at Thesis agency, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees the operational aspects of the agency, focusing on scaling processes and systems to support growth. Her leadership contributes to the agency's efficiency and effectiveness in delivering services to clients. She manages a team of 235 employees, ensuring that operational goals align with the agency's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at Thesis Agency
Sara Cocco has a substantial history with Thesis agency, where she held multiple roles prior to her current position. She worked as an Account Manager from 2014 to 2016, then progressed to Senior Account Manager / Channel Operations from 2016 to 2017. Following that, she served as Account Director from 2017 to 2018, and later as Director of Partner Services from 2019 to 2021. Her diverse experience at the agency has equipped her with a deep understanding of client needs and operational dynamics.
Experience at DHX Advertising
Before her tenure at Thesis agency, Sara Cocco worked at DHX Advertising as an Account Executive from 2011 to 2013. In this role, she was responsible for managing client accounts and developing advertising strategies. This experience contributed to her skills in client relations and account management, which she later applied in her various roles at Thesis.
Educational Background
Sara Cocco holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of Portland, where she studied Business Administration. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communications from Eastern Washington University. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in operations and client management within the marketing and advertising sectors.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Sara Cocco is recognized for developing tools, processes, systems, and procedures that facilitate growth at Thesis agency. She is known for being a trusted partner to clients, focusing on their business goals. Additionally, she fosters autonomy and individual development among team members, contributing to a positive work environment and enhancing team performance.