Theo is the chief executive of the NMA, appointed in May 2026. Previously, he was chief policy and public affairs officer at the Music Publishers’ Association and brings extensive experience from across the creative sector. He has worked for a range of public affairs agencies representing diverse clients, and earlier in his career, spent several years in the hospitality industry in operational and strategic roles. Theo sits on industry boards including the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers, Advertising Standards Board of Finance, and News Media Europe.