
SVP, NBC Universal Digital Distribution
Greater New York City Area

SVP, NBC Universal Digital Distribution
Greater New York City Area
Manage wireless strategy and product development. Oversee expansion of current video, mobile web and messaging product lines, along with development of ad-supported wireless offerings. Work with NBCU/GE Peacock Equity Fund to source investment opportunities in early and mid-stage mobile media companies.
Wireless content, product development, business development, corporate strategy / planning, deal sourcing & negotiation.
Extensive GE executive training & development coursework including: M&A training, New Manager Course and an invitation-only Manager Development Course
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; GE; Broadcast Media industry)
2008 — Present (less than a year)
Manage wireless strategy and product development. Oversee expansion of current video, mobile web and messaging product lines, along with development of ad-supported wireless offerings. Work with NBCU/GE Peacock Equity Fund to source investment opportunities in early and mid-stage mobile media companies.
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; GE; Entertainment industry)
2007 — 2008 (1 year)
Oversaw launch of NBCU mobile platforms including 2 24/7 channels, video clips and full length video on demand offerings and 50+ mobile web sites. Developed and implemented NBCU's mobile ad network strategy.
(Public Company; 5001-10,000 employees; Entertainment industry)
1998 — 2007 (9 years)
Technology-focused BD exec - launched NBC's mobile content efforts. Provided analysis and recommendations for NBC on media technology issues including antipiracy, DVRs and broadband video. Participated in early Internet strategy and development (including NBCi and CNBC.com launches). Sourced and closed ad-for-equity investments in emerging internet companies, including Feedroom and HSX.com.
(Public Company; 5001-10,000 employees; Entertainment industry)
1992 — 1996 (4 years)
Responsible for securing new distribution and license fee growth from regional cable MSOs within 5-state territory in Southeastern Region. Left in 1996 to pursue an MBA.
MBA, Strategy, Marketing, 1996 — 1998
BS, Political Science, 1988 — 1992
Avid amateur photographer and guitar player wannabe