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Los Angeles, Atlanta

Atlanta/Los Angels/New York

Leveraging extensive knowledge and intuitive skill in developing original comedy, specials, unscripted series, late night network programming and special events for independent and nationally acclaimed clients seeking highly informative and reality-based programming at a manageable price. Serve as executive-level advisor in identifying, analyzing and contributing to long-term strategy in shaping growth opportunities, evaluating new business models and reviewing emerging technology to ensure client maintains competitive positioning.» Develop and execute strategic initiatives that align with client goals and objectives» Advisor for various entities in the development of unique, factual and compelling legacy publications » Developing high-concept comedies, unpredictable unscripted series and digital programming » Advise on structuring, negotiating, documenting and managing transactions » Provide ongoing budgetary guidance and assist in securing appropriate legal and financial assistance Notable contributions and accomplishments: Engineered the first-ever Playboy-themed cruise and the highly anticipated, and first-ever Motown-themed cruise, scheduled to set sail Spring of 2018.Served as creative consultant to Motown Museum, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1985, to develop a up-to-date sales reel to promote funding for a new state of the art facility which would be built in a revitalized Downtown Detroit and be inspired by and celebrate the true Motown Story, Legacy and Sound.Developed numerous “reality-based” programs, which included “Secret Tales of the Lottery”, Urban Cowboys, The Ones Who Got Away, Love on the Run and Late Night Guerrilla. Served as budgetary consultant for many network, cable and syndicated programs for USA Networks, Discovery Channel and Multimedia Television.

Oversaw late-night programming, which was a significant growth area for TBS. Introduced successful late-night hits such as “CONAN”, “Lopez Tonight”, “Deon Cole” and “The Pete Holmes Show.” Led production and development of specials for TBS and TNT, such as the ”Screen Actors Guild Awards”, Emmy Award-Winning “The AFI Life Achievement Awards” and “Christmas in Washington” on TNT. Additionally served in SVP Unscripted, Late Night & Specials for TBS and TNT from 2008 to 2011, which included development of over thirty projects many of which were developed into Series.Vice President of Alternative Programming | TBS, TNT (2003-2008)Oversaw creative/production on such projects as TBS’s comedy festivals in Chicago, the “Screen Actors Guild Awards®” on TNT and TBS, “SAG Red Carpet” with People Magazine, “Christmas in Washington” on TNT, unscripted original programming and movie showcases like “TBS’s Dinner and A Movie”. Established, managed and programed National Comedy Festivals in Las Vegas and Chicago as brand defining events, which allowed Turner to gain solid positioning around “Very Funny” brand. Festivals generated $10-$15M in incremental revenue through ad sales and sponsorships (annually). Oversaw all aspects of development, creation and production for Turner TBS/HBO - Comedy Festival Las Vegas TV Specials – Oversaw all aspects of creation and production for Turner TBS/HBO Special.Vice President of Production, Sponsored Programming, Series & TV Movies | TBS, TNT (2003-2008)Recruited to oversee the creation, production and management of TBS’S sponsored interstitial programming. Oversaw original team consisting of eight direct reports. Collaborated with Ad Sales, Marketing and Turner Studios in forming concept of all original programming and product integration and digital extensions of both networks’ programming. Oversaw production of TV movies including the award-winning “Gifted Hands” the Ben Carson Story.

Graduate School Of Management, Organizational Leadership

Graduate Executive Leadership Program

Bachelors, Television Production & Film

Bachelor'S Degree, Film & Television

Activities and Societies: Phi Alpha Tau Fraternity, President, Greek Council

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