Mo Sankoh
I build structure within fast-paced, high-performance environments. Over the past decade I’ve delivered projects across global visual effects studios, flagship retail operations and luxury environments, leading workforce planning, operational delivery and stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary teams. My career has centred around solving operational challenges: balancing resources across concurrent productions, improving workforce utilisation, introducing governance frameworks and delivering complex projects where priorities change quickly and execution matters. At Moving Picture Company, I coordinated workforce planning for more than 150 VFX specialists across seven technical departments, supporting internationally recognised productions including Mufasa, House of the Dragon, The Little Mermaid, Pinocchio, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts and Sonic the Hedgehog 2. More recently, I’ve applied the same project delivery and operational thinking within flagship retail environments, supporting the launch of Fanatics UK’s first flagship store while implementing operational governance, reporting frameworks and leadership development initiatives. I’m currently focused on opportunities in Project Management, Programme Delivery and Operations where I can continue delivering operational improvements, leading cross-functional teams and solving complex business challenges.
Store Manager White City Westfield Pop-Up | 2024 Led Fanatics Collectibles’ first UK pop-up store, helping establish the brand in the UK market while providing operational insight that informed the launch of the Regent Street flagship. • Managed day-to-day operations, leading the team through the successful launch of Fanatics’ first UK retail location. • Built and developed a high-performing team through coaching, performance management and operational leadership. • Worked with senior leadership to evaluate operational processes, customer experience and commercial performance. • Established operational practices that were adopted during the Regent Street flagship opening. Assistant Store Manager Regent Street Flagship | 2025 Supported the launch and operational development of Fanatics Collectibles’ first UK flagship, leading workforce planning, operational improvement and cross-functional collaboration in a high-growth retail environment. • Supported the operational launch of Fanatics Collectibles’ first UK flagship, establishing processes and operational standards for long-term success. • Designed and implemented operational documentation and governance frameworks, improving consistency and leadership accountability. • Introduced workforce planning and productivity reporting tools to support evidence-based labour planning. • Developed a leadership development programme that strengthened succession planning and operational resilience. • Collaborated with Head Office on flagship activations and national campaigns across multiple stakeholders. • Standardised operational receiving processes, improving business continuity and reducing operational dependency.
Supported the delivery of the feature film The Last Breath, coordinating production schedules, artist resources and cross-functional communication to ensure work progressed efficiently through the visual effects pipeline. Worked closely with production managers, supervisors and artists to track progress, resolve scheduling challenges and maintain accurate reporting across multiple workstreams. Developed strong organisational and stakeholder management skills within a fast-paced production environment where quality, deadlines and collaboration were critical to successful delivery.
Coordinated the visual effects production for The Bagman directed by Colm McCarthy, supporting the planning and execution of production schedules while acting as a key link between artists, supervisors and production leadership. Managed task allocation, monitored delivery milestones and maintained production tracking systems to ensure deadlines were achieved. Gained valuable experience balancing creative requirements with operational planning, stakeholder communication and resource coordination within an agile visual effects studio.
Supported the successful delivery of multiple global film and television productions through workforce planning, operational coordination and stakeholder management across seven specialist VFX departments. • Coordinated workforce planning for more than 150 VFX artists. • Supported productions including Mufasa, House of the Dragon, The Little Mermaid and Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. • Produced executive reporting using DASH, ShotGrid and Excel. • Partnered with producers and department leaders to optimise resource allocation and delivery. • Led recruitment, onboarding and workforce forecasting.
Supported the operational performance of one of Dr. Martens’ flagship locations by leading daily retail operations, coaching colleagues and driving commercial performance through exceptional customer experience. Managed workforce scheduling, labour planning and KPI reporting while developing the team’s sales capability through structured coaching focused on verbal and non-verbal communication, customer engagement and product storytelling. Produced trade reports, monitored commercial performance and implemented operational improvements that strengthened consistency, accountability and leadership across the store.
Played a key leadership role within Adidas’ London flagship, supporting the opening of the new Oxford Street store and leading teams through some of the brand’s highest-profile product launches, including Yeezy, Ivy Park, Human Race, Arsenal and the 2018 FIFA World Cup collections. Led teams of up to 60 colleagues across multiple departments, focusing on operational excellence, workforce planning, leadership development and customer experience. Introduced process improvements across shirt personalisation, customer feedback and product engagement while negotiating improved supplier agreements that reduced lead times and increased product availability. Regularly analysed KPIs including sales, conversion and labour productivity to coach teams, optimise floor deployment and drive commercial performance within one of Adidas’ highest-volume retail environments.
Expanded my knowledge across footwear, apparel and lifestyle brands while delivering an engaging customer experience within one of the UK’s leading sneaker retailers. Supported customers through consultative selling, developed expertise across multiple global brands and consistently contributed towards commercial targets through strong product knowledge and personalised service. Strengthened my understanding of retail by balancing customer experience, operational standards and commercial performance, providing a solid foundation for my progression into leadership roles.
Built a strong foundation in premium retail within Nike’s flagship Oxford Street store, delivering exceptional customer service in one of the UK’s highest-volume retail environments. Specialised within the Football department, advising customers on football boots, teamwear and performance products while supporting shirt personalisation and cashier operations. Developed a customer-first approach to selling through expert product knowledge, relationship building and effective communication, consistently contributing towards team sales targets while gaining valuable experience within a fast-paced flagship environment.
I worked with Mo at the Fanatics Collectibles pop-up store at White City and the Flagship store on Regent Street. Mo is by far one of the best managers- even colleagues in general- that I have ever worked with. He is calm, pragmatic, skilled and dependable. He is a natural leader with excellent communication and problem solving skills, and his years of experience have enabled him to be a forward thinker, often identifying potential problems or improvements before those around him. Despite being the assistant manager at the flagship store, Mo was highly regarded as the 'brains' of the operation, as it was he who designed and implemented a number of vital processes such as staff feedback forms, KPI tracking, morning stand up sessions where goals/news/assignments etc were laid out for the team. Monz gets the best out of employees because he always strives to be his best self in whatever role he holds; He practices what he preaches and leads by example. As someone that worked with Monz from the inception of Fanatics' UK expansion into retail, his contribution to the implementation and subsequent success of the business was invaluable. I honestly cannot sing his praises highly enough. Any company or business would be lucky to have him.
Mo was an outstanding member of my team and someone I would happily work with again. He has a natural ability to communicate with clarity, confidence, and calm — whether he’s aligning with senior stakeholders, supporting artists, or breaking down complex information so the team knows exactly what’s needed. His communication style is both warm and authoritative, which made him incredibly effective at guiding others and creating a positive working atmosphere. He excelled at setting clear direction and ensuring everyone understood priorities, expectations, and the “why” behind decisions. This made him a strong anchor within the team, especially during fast-paced or high-pressure periods. His influencing skills were equally impressive; Mo could bring people with him, encourage collaboration, and gain buy-in without ever being forceful. It was always done through respect, logic, and genuine care for the people around him. Alongside this, he maintained great attention to detail and a diligent approach to delivering results. He balanced the day-to-day demands of the department with ease while still taking on broader business challenges when needed. Mo is a brilliant communicator, a thoughtful leader, and a positive influence to any team. Any organisation would be lucky to have him.