Sarah Thompson

Executive Managing Director, Glassroom

Sarah is a media and business leader with decades of experience in media, data, analytics, and marketing. She consults on transformative marketing, data monetisation, and AI strategies, helping publishers and media owners leverage data for growth ethically. She is a vocal advocate for local media investment by advertisers and a more transparent media supply chain.  

A sought-after speaker, Sarah discusses responsible media practices, the media supply chain, and data monetisation. She’s spoken at institutions like Schulich Business School, Toronto Metropolitan University, Rotman School of Business, Humber College, and contributed to publications like The Globe & Mail, The National Post, Campaign, and Toronto Star. She was honored as the “Media Leader of the Year” by the Canadian Media Directors Council in 2020 and was nominated for Media Leader of the Year by Strategy Magazine in 2023.

Sarah advocates for collaboration among media, agencies, and advertisers, championing local media, quality journalism, and diversity.