ODDA Now Recruiting New CEO
Dr Hannah Shimko will be stepping down as CEO of the Online Dating & Discovery Association. The organisation is now recruiting for the role, at an exciting time for this sector.
Under her stewardship, Dr Hannah Shimko has built the ODDA into a well-recognised brand, expanded its membership, and supported the industry through a number of new regulations and legislative changes.
Additionally, she has been a tireless representative of the sector in opportunities with the media, law enforcement, policymakers, academics and wider stakeholders. The ODDA wishes Dr Hannah Shimko well in her new chapter.
The association is now recruiting someone for the role, taking the organisation forward. The ODDA shared that individuals with experience working across strategic and corporate communications, a working knowledge of e-commerce, business and technology policy across jurisdictions, and an appetite to expand an existing membership organisation, should get in touch below:
The closing date for applications is March 1st 2024. Any questions about the information in the job description can be directed to ann@theodda.org
‘I have sincerely enjoyed my time with the ODDA. From growing ODDA’s brand recognition with stakeholders and widening our remit from dating to include social discovery, to taking the sector through significant legislation such as the Online Safety Act, Digital Services Act and the Digital Markets Act, to working closely with law enforcement, academics and experts on issues like mitigating romance fraud and harm on platforms, as well as AI, it has been a fulfilling whirlwind”, shared Dr Hannah Shimko.
“I appreciate all the time spent with our Members, Associates and wider sector and will miss working with everyone. It is an exciting time for a new candidate to take the role forward and continue to build on ODDA’s success”, she added.
Chair of the ODDA, Jessica Alderson said “Hannah’s commitment and transformational leadership have been instrumental in propelling the ODDA to new heights. Her unwavering dedication and strategic vision have shaped the ODDA’s journey, and her work will leave an enduring impact on the organisation”.
“As Hannah steps into a new chapter, the ODDA expresses gratitude for her invaluable contributions and we look forward to continued success under new leadership. As the landscape evolves at an unprecedented pace, the next CEO has the exciting opportunity to lead the ODDA through a period of strategic innovation, ensuring the organisation remains at the forefront of industry trends and technological advancements”, Alderson highlighted.
