Former Disney head of sales Simon Pollock has joined Heidrick & Struggles to develop the firm’s media and entertainment practice.
The 30-year media veteran has been working for a boutique search firm specialising in media, communication and entertainment businesses.
Previously, Pollock was Senior Vice President at Media Audits International and Vice President and Managing Director EMEA and Asia of A&E Television Networks, where he was responsible for launching and managing their portfolio of channels. He was also Vice President Sales at Sony Pictures Television International.
“Simon will prove a huge asset with his extensive experience in the media and entertainment, both in EMEA and internationally. As an industry veteran, he has an exceptionally strong media background and has held some very senior roles in this sector” says Claire Babel, European regional managing partner of the global Consumer Markets Practice.