Phiona Okumu

Phiona Okumu is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in music, technology, and Africa.

She studied at Mmabatho High School and has a wealth of experience working with leading organizations in the industry.

Phiona has held key roles such as Former Head Of Music (Sub-Saharan Africa) at Spotify, Former Artist and Label Marketing Lead (Sub-Saharan Africa) at Spotify, and Former Music Editor and Label/Artist Relations at Apple Music and iTunes (Sub-Saharan Africa) among others.

Her career also includes positions like Head of content and communications at Social Media Week Johannesburg, Music Awards Workshops Content Curator at Viacom International Media Networks Africa, and Contributor at NotJustOk LLC.

She has contributed to various renowned publications such as FADER!, Pigeons and Planes, Vogue UK, Guardian, Marie Claire, City Press, and True Africa.

Phiona Okumu's expertise in the music industry, content curation, artist relations, and communications makes her a well-rounded professional in the field.

Her experience spans across different platforms and she has a strong presence in the African music scene.

Phiona's contributions to organizations like Spotify, Apple, and Social Media Week highlight her influence and impact in the industry.

With a rich history in music writing, curation, and editorial roles, Phiona Okumu is a prominent figure with a wide range of skills and experiences.