Global. Inclusive. Trusted.

We’re a global team of social media pioneers & analytical thinkers, powered by human values.

“I set up what was then called Emoderation in 2002, before even the launch of Myspace, having left a role running a web team at the BBC. I could see there was an opportunity to help brands initially protect themselves online and soon after to actually use the web to connect better with their consumers. I began gathering some other geeky, and rather lovely (primarily karaoke-loving) people to work with me and soon we made quite a name for ourselves, particularly in the child safety and brand protection arena. We helped a lot of brands through some tough times, and have learnt a lot about how to manage crisis, which is why I also created Polpeo, our nifty sister company that creates very life-like and quite terrifying real-time crisis simulations.

Fast forward a few years and the explosion of social, add some fantastic, global Fortune 500 clients, throw in a name change to better reflect our reality today, and there you have it… The Social Element. There are more than 300 of us all over the world today, all waking up with the same focused ambition: to help our clients create those really genuine human connections and have as much of a good time as we possibly can whilst we’re doing it!”

A sample of our team

With backgrounds ranging from packaged goods to broadcasting and activism, our team is simply amazing. Here are just a  few of us.

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Tamara Littleton

I was goalkeeper for England University hockey and it’s heavily influenced my management style. 

Before founding this agency in 2002, I managed the Online Operations team at the BBC, where I supported the pioneering BBC online communities team. The way people communicate on social media still fascinates me as much as it did in the early days. I love that we’re still able to pioneer with our clients and I love the fast pace of change.

CEO, NA

Ashley Cooksley

Throughout my 20+ years in the industry, I’ve had the opportunity to work across content, community, proposition development, account management, marketing, and (my main squeeze) sales. It’s all about working with people who provide inspiration, and with clients that see me as a partner. I get to do both!

Working at The Social Element is incredibly motivating. I feel constantly challenged and I am surrounded by people who teach me something new daily. Also, there aren’t many other places where you can say that you work with Global Fortune 500 companies on a daily basis.

Chief Operations Officer

Treena Hales

I was born a redhead but I can’t prove it because all the photos are in B&W.

With a strong background in the broadcasting industry, my experience includes large-scale IT implementations, organisational change and communications, training, consultancy and project management.

I’m always blown away by the dedication, knowledge and skills of the people I work with. What I live the most about my team is those times when we have to come together to achieve what seems impossible “No really, this time I mean it, it is impossible.” Then they nail it. Wow!

Chief People Officer

Wendy Christie

I am the reigning Dyce Primary School Highway Code Champion.

Having spent a huge part of my career in digital content, digital safety and online communities, I like to say that I worked in social media before it was called social media, namely by spending almost 10 years at AOL UK.

What makes my everyday delightful isn’t just the amazing people who already work here – it’s also finding that untapped potential, and getting to know people who want to join the team. There’s nothing quite like the buzz of interviewing someone who you know can bring something new and special to the agency.

Managing Director, NA

Kendall DiBella

Managing Director, Europe

Linn Frost

VP of Social Innovation

Amy Gilbert

I am a huge lover of stories, especially musicals. I even competed in Show Choir competitions during high school and have seen over 50 Broadway shows. 

I believe that understanding your consumers’ conversations is the key to good social content. I started out as a forum moderator and community manager and transitioned that into social strategy and creative collaboration, working on large CPG brands for most of my career as a marketer.

You really can’t beat the company culture at The Social Element. While the team is mostly remote, I feel extremely connected and supported by everyone at the agency. People genuinely want to help solve problems and work as a team. It’s a very strong asset.

Insights and Research Director

Sherry Wilcox

I was the 30th employee hired at The Social Element – 9 years ago. I now lead our Insights and Research practice.

As Confucius said, “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life.” Without a doubt, the people that I work with help make this a job I love doing!

 

Operations Director, Legal and Compliance

Robin Cooksley

Technical Solutions Director

Abe Blackburn

I own over 150 activist t-shirts that I’ve collected from various volunteering gigs since university.

I love the fact that I get to work with a fast paced, tight knit team. Being spread all over the globe, I can have amazing conversations with people on three separate continents, all while finding new ways to be the best agency we can be for our clients.

Management Accountant

Susanne Wilson

The first time I saw a balance sheet? I fell deeply in love with it. That’s why if my job would be a man, I would propose to him.  And who says that Finance is boring?! Not when you are working in the social media industry where something new pops up every week, keeping us on our toes doing the right thing for our clients and the social community at large.

Besides the ongoing love affair with my job? Working with a team around the globe to serve clients around the globe gives the word diversity a new meaning. Allowing me to grow personally and professionally. Every day. For over 12 years.

Senior Operations Manager, Business Improvement

Sue John

I joined the British Army when I was 18. It made me value hard work and being part of a team.

At 43 I decided to learn to ride a horse. We are never too old to try things outside of our comfort zone, and while I will not be participating in the Olympics anytime soon, learning to be at one with an animal is immensely humbling.

One of the Social Element’s values is to “Make them Smile” and I do that every day at work. Enjoying interacting with your work colleagues and having fun while you are doing it can’t be beat. Not a work day goes by that I don’t laugh and smile.

Tech Solutions Manager

Nicole Compagnone (She-They)

I have a home media server with 1,000+ hours of Movies and TV Shows and my hobby whilst not working is to cook new foods from all over the world.

Not only is working with everyone here easy and enjoyable, but everyone is extremely accepting!

Social Media Specialist

Asli Shebe-Tindi

Social Media Manager

Shelby Loebker

Project Manager

Dominique Pancake

Content Creator

Libby Rule

Human Resources Director, NA

Sabrina Cruz

I’ve spent my career doing what I love and simply put, that’s getting to know some pretty amazing  people and helping make their workplace somewhere they’re proud to be.

It was love at first tagline for me with The Social Element, but what makes me want to stay here is the fact that “creating genuine human connections” is so much more than that. I love that we are who we say we are – and that’s shown in every interaction – starting with ourselves!

Social Media Manager

Melinda Peacock

I have played the piano for almost 50 years and can sight read almost any piece of music.

I love being surrounded by a diverse group of highly driven and creative people that motivate me each and every day. The work we do has meaningful consequences and our core values are pivotal in making The Social Element an incredible place to work.

Senior Social Producer

Nelson Abreu

I have deadlifted over 600 pounds and I bake artisan sourdough bread for my family every week (not at the same time!)

I’m a computer science engineer who started working here back in 2012 by chance and fell in love with the company. It is amazing to be able to work with people who inspire you and help you grow every single day. The Social Element is the most “home” I’ve ever felt in any company ever, and it’s a truly special thing to be a part of it.

Social Strategist

Nathalie Dimitri

On top of being a social strategist, I am a hand lettering and calligraphy artist. As a product of the 90s, I know the lyrics of every single Backstreet Boys song and can recite the lines along with every episode of Friends.

Social media is ever-changing, and it’s exciting to get to be a part of our clients’ online communities and help bring their brands to life on social. Even though we all work remotely, we truly do feel connected as a team, and every day is a new adventure spent working alongside such fun and collaborative colleagues.

Social Media Specialist

Shannon Tucker

I volunteer as a Facebook moderator for the Mamas for Mamas charitable organization and I used to work as a moderator for Disney Interactive’s Club Penguin. My penguin name was Rainbow Feet.

There are days where I still can’t believe that my job is to provide social media management on brand accounts. Loving what I do, and the people I work with make it fun to log into work everyday.

Social Media Specialist

Christie Di Carlo

I co-owned a record/clothing store in Baltimore, Maryland for 12 years specializing in electronic music. 

My journey with The Social Element started 13 years ago. I’ve developed many lifelong friendships along the way. This truly creates a family environment where people care about each other and work together as a team. When you love your work, it’s a part of your life. As a Social Media Specialist my job is all about coming across as a real person and developing a relationship with an audience. Every day is different, challenging and exciting. I love it!

Social Media Specialist

Jasmine Ahlgren

I shot, edited and uploaded my first YouTube video when I was 10 years old and quickly discovered that the world of content creation and social media was a world I needed to become a part of. One of my goals in life is to become a certified spin instructor. I love the notion of leaving others with a positive, lasting impact – even if just for a few minutes.
This agency shows you what it feels like to be welcomed, heard and appreciated. All of those elements combined foster the greatest creativity and communication you can find.