We are a global music, culture and creative economy consultancy. We use research and data to demonstrate the economic and social value of the creative industries, and provide strategic planning for cities, places and communities to maximise their impact. Our work unlocks new opportunities, fosters sustainable development and builds more dynamic, inclusive environments.

Comprising of consultants and experts worldwide, Sound Diplomacy has advised over 150 clients in over 30 countries, including the public sector such as  cities, municipalities, governments, and international governmental organisations, and private entities in the real estate, investment and cultural and creative sectors. 

We are creating the global standard demonstrating how investing in culture—and the people who make it—is the best path to economic and social growth. We provide world-class data and evidence so that culture, in all its forms, is incorporated into how we build, govern, and make decisions to invest in ourselves and our communities.

Sound Diplomacy owns and operates world-leading business conferences on music, culture and policy and produces insights and thought leadership with renowned partners.

Sound Diplomacy is part of a group alongside Unison and Sound Diplomacy Events and Education.

about sound diplomacy

We are a multicultural team of economists, analysts, researchers, and consultants, with staff in the UK, Europe, North America, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. We bring a wealth of experience and expertise in the cultural economics, creative ecosystems, public policy, urban planning, and placemaking sectors.

meet the team

our executive team

AZUCENA MICÓ

Global Head of Research
& Projects
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caitlin buckley

Global Head of
Project Management
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Eduardo Saravia

Chief
Economist
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Jett Glozier

Global Head of
Business Development
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JORDI PUY

Co Founder
& CEO Unison
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LUKE Jones

Chief Executive Officer,
Events and Education
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Roz Fagan

Global Chief
Operating Officer
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Shain Shapiro PHD

Founder &
Chairman
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Our Global Team

  • Cheryl Kwok

    Cheryl Kwok

    Consultant

  • Cristina Peregrina

    Project Manager, Sound Diplomacy Events & Education

  • Hattie Wynter

    Marketing & Communications

  • Justin Morris

    Justin Morris

    Senior Researcher

  • Liliana Ramírez

    Partnerships Coordinator, Sound Diplomacy Events & Education

  • Mathilde Lemaire

    Mathilde Lemaire

    Researcher

  • Pablo Borchi

    Pablo Borchi

    Head of Marketing & Partnerships, Sound Diplomacy Events & Education

  • Ronny De Salvador

    Ronny De Salvador

    Economist

  • Sizo Hlophe

    Sizo Hlophe

    Marketing Coordinator, Sound Diplomacy Events & Education

  • Thomas Drazek

    Thomas Drazek

    Senior Economist

  • Vishruti Bindal

    Vishruti Bindal

    Project Manager, Sound Diplomacy Events & Education

  • Khulan Erdenechimeg

    Coordinator, Sound Diplomacy Events & Education