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Business Development and Content Acquisitions

Philo offers universities a cost-effective, secure television solution that runs over their existing data network, reducing external bandwidth needs while providing students with television entertainment the way they want to watch. Its innovative service offers students a one-stop, seamless experience to securely access the university's multi-channel TV lineup with a sleek interface, built-in guide and network DVR. It is also rolling out integration with TV Everywhere and on-demand products like HBO GO, interactive content and social media integration.

An executive and consultant in the television and sports industries for over thirty years. His assignments have included all facets of his clients’ businesses, including: company management; strategic and financial planning and analysis; programming contract negotiations; business development; affiliate sales and distribution; marketing; and the development of strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions. Specialties: A high-energy, results-oriented, self-motivated executive and manager in the television industry for over thirty years, with a proven track record in: •developing, building, and managing successful businesses and personnel teams; •negotiating contracts for channel distribution and programming acquisitions; •managing business turnarounds; •negotiating mergers and acquisitions; and •creating lucrative business and financial plans and models for startups.