Ben Speelman

Ben Speelman, MBA, is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in marketing, brand management, and growth strategy in the music and entertainment industries. Currently serving as Category Director at Thrasio, Ben oversees growth and operations for musical instrument brands and accessories. As the founder of Bes Vinyl, an online record store, Ben has developed a significant inventory of over 180,000 records. Previous roles include VP of Marketing & eCommerce at Sheet Music Plus, where Ben implemented strategies to enhance revenue performance, and Head of Consumer Sales & Marketing for Europe at Hal Leonard LLC, focusing on digital marketing initiatives. Ben holds an MBA from the Rotterdam School of Management and a BA in Music from the University of California, Santa Cruz.