Ben Oakden

Ben Oakden is an experienced professional in the media and retail sectors, currently serving as the Newstrade and Retail Category Director at Marketforce since May 2021. Prior to this role, Ben held various positions at Time Inc. UK from January 2004 to May 2021, culminating as the Head of Trade Marketing. Responsibilities included leading the UK Trade Marketing and Circulation Team, developing retail strategies, and managing customer plans for a portfolio of approximately 200 magazines. Earlier experience includes serving as Circulation Manager at Odyssey Publisher Services and working as an Account Manager. Ben holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Studies with Economics from The University of Sheffield, earned between 1996 and 1999.