Ron Rappaport

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Executive Producer | Writer | Storyteller | Strategic CommunicatorCurrently:• Co-Executive Producer on Disney +’s HOW WE BECAME THE BIGGEST BAND• Consulting for Sam Harris’ WAKING UP @
Ron Rappaport's Location
Los Angeles, California, United States, United States
About Ron Rappaport

I’m left & right brained, a strategic creative business storyteller who crafts messages in ways that feel obvious but aren't. Collaborative, expert communicator with track record of delivering inspired solutions navigating demanding project schedules.+ Silicon Valley Analyst: • Advised on tech product branding/marketing with VPs at vendors such as Microsoft, Apple, Sun Microsystems, Oracle and IBM, working with marketing groups to articulate product messaging. • Authored white papers, conducted market research, created daily/weekly industry reports. • Personally consulted with Bill Gates, Steve Ballmer, Eric Schmidt on strategy. + Recruited to Epinions (Benchmark-funded startup) • Brought expertise in-house as Strategic Marketing Manager, collaborating with Goodby Silverstein to shape company brand/product messaging. • To expedite launch to market, took on product management roles, gaining experience in product pipelines. + Pivoted to Narrative Storytelling for Disney, Netflix and F/X • First pitch resulted in $40 million production sale to Disney • Sold over $1 million in unique IP projects • Managed 6 - 8 person teams on creative productions with $20 - $30 million budgets resulting in 200+ episodes of professionally produced television content. + Currently Co-Executive Producing an upcoming series for Disney + while consulting for Sam Harris’ “Waking Up”.

Ron Rappaport's Current Company Details
Disney +, Netflix, F/X, MTV

Disney +, Netflix, F/X, Mtv

Executive Producer | Writer | Storyteller | Strategic CommunicatorCurrently:• Co-Executive Producer on Disney +’s HOW WE BECAME THE BIGGEST BAND• Consulting for Sam Harris’ WAKING UP
Ron Rappaport Work Experience Details
  • Disney +, Netflix, F/X, Mtv
    Writer / Executive Producer / Storyteller
    Disney +, Netflix, F/X, Mtv 2003 - Present
    • Ideated/Pitched/Sold/Wrote/Produced 200+ scripted episodes of original IP with $20M+ annual budgets for major media networks and studios such as Disney, Netflix, Sony, Warner Bros., 20th, MTV and BRAVO (shows include Anger Management, Lab Rats, Country Comfort, How We Became the Biggest Band, Bizaardvark, I'm in the Band and NEXT.)• Ran production meetings with department heads / managed departments of up to 10 writers• Refined marketing strategy with studio executives to boost viewer growth• Developed trusted relationships with key talent including Olivia Rodrigo, Jenna Ortega, KatharineMcPhee, Adam DeVine, Ian Sommerhalder, Eddie Cibrian, Cole & Dylan Sprouse, Charlie & Martin Sheen, Telma Hopkins, Wesley Snipes, Jake Paul, Lauren Graham, Tyler James Williams• Actively managed budgets to help amortize costs across pattern
  • Epinions, Inc.
    Marketing Manager
    Epinions, Inc. Apr 1999 - Mar 2002
    • Pre-launch employee at comparison shopping/consumer review site. • Managed category buildouts, grew online community and developed partner relationships. • Reduced company’s content acquisition liability by over $600k to help achieve profitability.• Collaborated with ad agency Goodby Silverstein to sharpen company brand and media campaignsMerged with DealTime to become Shopping.com in 2003. Acquired by eBay in 2005.www.epinions.com
  • Round Zero
    Director
    Round Zero 1999 - 2002
    Round table non-profit organization (sponsored by Microsoft, Apple, Morgan Stanley, PWC and Wilson Sonsini) that brought together venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, press and technology professionals to discuss industry issues and trends. • Authored monthly tech-focused industry newsletters driven by key learnings collected/synthesized from discussion panels and distributed to C-Suite attendees• Managed logistics and operations for monthly branded eventswww.roundzero.com
  • Zona Research, Inc.
    Industry Analyst
    Zona Research, Inc. 1996 - 1999
    Boutique Silicon Valley market research firm that provided research and analysis on Internet markets, opportunities and trends. • Authored whitepaper analyses, daily/monthly/annual reports turning complex technical concepts into compelling business-focused narratives• Designed and analyzed primary research studies and presented results to clients• Strategized with senior execs on Java, UNIX, network computing, Intranet, B2B• Built strong working relationships with PR agencies, clients, partners, colleagues and press• Pitched analyst service packages to clients such as Microsoft, AT&T, IBM, Sun Micro, HP, Apple• Respected thought leader quoted in Wall Street Journal, CNN, New York Times, Washington PostAcquired by Intelliquest, Inc. in 1998.

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What company does Ron Rappaport work for?

Ron Rappaport works for Disney +, Netflix, F/x, Mtv

What is Ron Rappaport's role at the current company?

Ron Rappaport's current role is Executive Producer | Writer | Storyteller | Strategic CommunicatorCurrently:• Co-Executive Producer on Disney +’s HOW WE BECAME THE BIGGEST BAND• Consulting for Sam Harris’ WAKING UP.

What schools did Ron Rappaport attend?

Ron Rappaport attended University Of California, Berkeley.

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