Enabling visionary leaders in Broadcast, Media & Entertainment, & Sports Media achieve sustainable, scalable growth.
Trusted Partnerships
Ben Swanton
Founder, 808 Talent
The global sports and media technology industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with AI and emerging innovations transforming how we create, deliver, and experience content. Yet, no matter how advanced the technology becomes, true progress is driven by the creativity, expertise, and resilience of the people behind it. As we look ahead to 2026 and beyond, tackling challenges like scalability, ethical AI integration, and sustainable growth will be vital - and we’re committed to empowering industry leaders and teams with exceptional talent and innovative solutions to shape the future of this dynamic landscape.
Our Expertise
We specialise in partnering with CEOs, founders, and investors of innovative startups and scale-ups in the Broadcast and Sports Media technology industries.
Operating globally, we are dedicated to helping visionary leaders achieve sustainable, scalable growth through our three distinct service offerings.
We tailor our recruitment services to meet each client's unique needs. Using our proven retained search methodology, combined with our deep market knowledge and expertise, we ensure you secure the right talent for your specific business requirements.
We offer personalised coaching services for career planning and executive leadership, alongside consulting for technology businesses on talent strategy, salary benchmarking, employee retention, wellbeing, and DEI initiatives.
We partner with top technology vendors, financial institutions, and consulting firms to support M&A due diligence. Our passion is in identifying strategic and financial buyers, ensuring cultural integration, and delivering thorough market assessments.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Ben Swanton has been an essential partner in our recruitment efforts, with deep expertise in the M&E sector and Media Tech. He's not just a recruiter, but a strategic advisor to business leaders, helping us shape and execute our talent strategy.
His understanding of our core values and company DNA has led to the successful hiring of key team members.
Ben’s professional style, perfect French, and sharp sense of humor make working with him a pleasure - despite his dangerously low golf handicap and quintessentially English charm. We highly recommend his services.
Julien Gachot
Founder & CEO at Embrace
Meet the Team
CEO & Founder
Ben Swanton
Recruiting globally within the Broadcast and Sports Media Technology sectors for nearly two decades, Ben began his career with well-regarded recruitment firms ICP Search and PCR Digital, before founding 808 Talent in 2014. Ben’s philosophy is to provide a consultative and personalised service to everyone he works with, be they clients or candidates. With a wealth of market knowledge and a strong, loyal network of talent, Ben has dedicated his efforts to supporting some of the most innovative startups and scale-ups, helping them achieve their business ambitions.
Advisor & Consultant
Alan Jones
A Senior Commercial Executive within the Broadcast and Sports Media Technology industry, Alan has spent 20 years in senior commercial leadership positions working for Eurovision Services and SES. He has built and managed global sales teams, and partnered with many of the most prestigious Broadcasters and Sports Rights Holders worldwide including Formula 1, NBA, PGA Tour, UEFA, FIFA, Wimbledon, IMG, and Sky. Alan offers 808 Talent and our clients extensive expertise in new market penetration, crafting sales strategies, team building, and overall management.
Director of Operations
Sarah Swanton
Beginning her recruitment career in 2001 with a global consultancy and gaining valuable experience in both London and Sydney, Sarah then joined Ben and the team at ICP Search, where she specialised in recruiting talent for technology companies in the Broadcast Media industry. At 808 Talent, Sarah not only oversees day-to-day operations but is also a passionate advocate for mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. She believes in the powerful role these factors play in enhancing employee retention, performance, and overall organisational culture. Currently, Sarah is training as a Psychotherapist, aiming to leverage her expertise to support leaders, teams, and organisations in fostering healthier work environments.
