Senior Manager, Business Development
Ustream, An Ibm Company
[Ustream was acquired by IBM]Business development, content partnerships, and strategy for the leading live video platform globally at the time.My primary role was content acquisition -- evaluating, negotiating, closing, and managing strategic content partnerships that drove revenue and audience growth. I led the Entertainment vertical including TV, music, film, celebrity, gaming, comedy, and original programming. Partners included Viacom, Warner Music Group, Universal Music Group, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, TMZ, Popsugar, numerous recording artists and celebrities, etc.Led music licensing negotiations with the three major U.S. performing rights organizations (BMI, ASCAP, and SESAC).Advised and supported overall company strategy and execution, including identifying & evaluating new business lines, product strategy, and programming/editorial strategy.Previous positions:- Manager, Business Development- Business Development Strategy Analyst