Simon Cole

Simon Cole is an experienced leader in the music and media industries, currently serving as a Strategic Advisor at TuneIn and Director at In The Room. Cole has held multiple advisory and leadership roles, including Strategic Advisor at Pearson plc and Chair of Mylou Matrix Ltd, which developed PlaylistKing, a platform for enhanced playlist results. Previously, Cole was Chair of Napster Group following its transformation from Melody VR, where significant contributions were made as Chairperson and Non Executive Director. As CEO of 7digital, Cole successfully led a significant business transition for digital music services, and earlier, as Director of Audioboom, contributed to the development of pioneering digital radio technology. With a foundational background in radio production as the CEO of UBC Media, Cole has a rich history of innovation and growth in the sector. Cole holds a BA (Hons) in Drama from The University of Manchester.