Ben Crooks

Ben Crooks is a results-driven professional with 14 years of sales and media experience in diverse industry sectors, specializing in Sport and Business Development for renowned publications like The Sun, The Times, and The Sunday Times.

He excels in driving incremental revenues by creating innovative multi-platform partnerships for blue-chip clients, spanning print, digital (web, tablet, mobile app), social media, and experiential platforms.

Ben's expertise lies in providing creative solutions, devising commercial strategies, handling sales and marketing, and negotiating contracts, focusing on sport sponsorship and 'Big Event' partnerships such as the World Cup.

His educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne and studying at the Royal Grammar School in Guildford.

Previously, Ben Crooks held key roles at News UK, serving as the Head of Sport and Business Development, Senior Creative Solutions professional, and Creative Solutions Group Head, showcasing his extensive experience and skill set in the media industry.