Our Leadership
Brett Hansen
Partner | Head of Entertainment
Brett is a veteran television executive with decades of experience developing, packaging, producing, and selling premium content, including executive partner roles at UTA and Paradigm. His credits span some of television’s most successful franchises, including The Biggest Loser, The Bachelor, The Real Housewives, and Jersey Shore, among many others.
Notably, Brett helped guide the expansion of Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia brand ecosystem and the launch of Magnolia Network. He brings deep relationships across every major network, streaming platform, production company, and creative partner.
Partner | Head of Brand Development
John Crooke
John is a brand development and creative executive with decades of experience shaping brand strategy and developing original creative concepts. His work spans Starbucks, Vans, Levi’s, IKEA, JPMorgan Chase, SXSW, FAT Brands, Dutch Bros Coffee, and maurices, among others.
John specializes in translating a brand’s identity, audience, and business goals into distinctive concetps, content, campaigns, and media experiences. John brings together strategic thinking, cultural insight, and creative development to build ideas that engage audiences and drive meaningful brand growth.
Partner | Head of Business Operations
Walt Tatum
Walt Tatum is a seasoned global media and technology executive with decades of experience building, scaling, and operating branded media and audiovisual companies. He has held senior leadership roles including CEO, COO, Chief Revenue Officer, and Head of Global Sales, driving revenue growth, strategic partnerships, and international expansion.
Walt brings extensive expertise across M&A, corporate strategy, licensing, legal matters, and business affairs. His ability to connect vision, operations, and commercial strategy has helped transform emerging opportunities into scalable global businesses.