Meet the Founder and CEO of Thred Media. Discover how this dynamic social entrepreneur, change activist and DJ is driving positive change and meaningful impact.
England
Europe
United Kingdom
Core Intelligence Domain: Future Trends
Location: London, United Kingdom | Languages: English
Representation: Represented globally by PSpeakers Global Intelligence
Jenk Oz is a pioneering Gen Z entrepreneur, social activist, and the Founder and CEO of Thred Media, a global publishing, consulting, and production company focused exclusively on youth culture and social change. Recognised as one of the youngest CEOs in the United Kingdom, Jenk has built a formidable digital empire that provides unparalleled insights into the minds, behaviours, and purchasing habits of Generation Z. His proprietary methodologies in engaging youth demographics have made him a highly sought-after strategist for multinational corporations looking to future-proof their workforce, marketing strategies, and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Starting his entrepreneurial journey at just eight years old with the creation of iCoolKid, Jenk demonstrated an exceptional aptitude for identifying emerging digital trends. Today, Thred Media reaches millions of young people across the globe, serving as a dynamic platform that champions social activism, environmental sustainability, and technological innovation. Jenk’s deep understanding of the Gen Z ecosystem allows him to advise global brands, policymakers, and educational institutions on how to authentically connect with the next generation of consumers and leaders.
Beyond his corporate leadership, Jenk is a dedicated advocate for youth empowerment and social impact. He has been featured in major international media outlets, including Forbes, Business Insider, and the BBC, and has received prestigious accolades such as the Diana Award Roll of Honour and the Top 20 Young Entrepreneurs to Watch. His strategic foresight into the “Future of Work” provides executive boards with actionable frameworks for integrating Gen Z talent, fostering inclusive company cultures, and leveraging digital-first mindsets for sustainable, long-term growth.
“Jenk is such an inspiration for me and thanks to his amazing knowledges about sustainability, GenZ, communications and subjects that matter, he always helps me and a great amount of people to think how are we imagining our future as humanity. Jenk has accomplished so much starting from iCoolkid to Thred media. His communicational spirit is what makes him one of the best public speakers, something that we can verify from his unparalleled and uncountable appearances on many physical and online events, conferences, podcasts etc. He knows how to spread his opinion and to detect great initiatives that needs to be shared. In addition to that, he is an amazing character, full of fun.”