Secretly Distribution Ups Kristian Downs to Executive Director, Platform Operations

Kristian Downs has been promoted to Executive Director, Platform Operations, at Secretly Distribution (SD). He will report to COO and Partner Chris Welz.

The role:

• In addition to his current role overseeing SD’s Digital Operations team, Downs will provide strategic ownership, governance, and long-term operational direction across SD’s core platform infrastructure.

• He will continue his work with partners Babel Ops on further developing the company’s bespoke repertoire management system, RIOT, as well as future operational and metadata infrastructure tools.

• He will work with SD’s senior leadership team to ensure that, as SD and its tech stack grow, cross-platform dependencies remain aligned, and that SD’s platform development strategy continues to contribute to wider company goals.

Backstory:

• Downs joined SD in 2020.

• Prior he held senior leadership roles at AWAL/Kobalt and Beggars Group.

What they said:

• Kristian Downs: “I'm excited to step into this role at a time when technology is playing such an important part in helping independent labels grow and adapt. A key part of my focus will be continuing to develop the systems and platforms that support our partners, ensuring they have access to best-in-class technology that enables them to operate more effectively and make informed decisions.”