Alex Coakley

Alex Coakley has a strong background in sales and partnerships within the media and technology industry. Starting in 2004, they worked as an Online Content Editor for Microsoft before transitioning to roles at Accenture and DAZN Group. In 2014, they joined Elisa as a Senior Content Distribution & Partnerships Manager and later became Head of Content Distribution. From 2016 to 2022, Alex worked at InPlayer, first as a Commercial Director and then as a Commercial Director Sales & Partnerships. They played a crucial role in the company's growth, managing key strategic relationships and negotiating contracts with over 250 clients. With a focus on the sports content world, Alex provided strategic support and helped clients monetize their premium live and VOD content. Currently, Alex is the Sales Director at JW Player, where they assist the global Sales Team with pre-sales, negotiations, and contracting, leveraging their expertise in Payments & Subscriptions.

From 2003 to 2007, Alex Coakley attended Bournemouth University, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Studies with Marketing.