Archive for June 2025

1. Please introduce yourself and your current role. I’m Renee Hauch, a Principal in the Media, Entertainment & Communications Practice at JM Search. I specialize in developing business and leading executive searches for C-Suite and senior leadership roles in the media and entertainment sectors, as well as with private equity-backed tech companies. 2. How did your career…

Most of us spend our days in reaction mode — answering emails, tackling urgent tasks, and putting out fires — without stopping to ask if our actions are actually moving us forward. But real success doesn’t come from just keeping up; it comes from intentionally shaping how we spend our time and energy. Shifting from…

As an executive coach, I’ve had the privilege of supporting leaders through career shifts, pivotal decisions, and moments that truly define their professional paths. I’ve been fortunate to help people navigate everything from the challenges of managing change to the opportunities that come with taking bold risks. But even with all my experience, I know…

Please introduce yourself and your current role.My name is Sheila Feren-Thurston, and I am founder and CEO of FerenComm, an independent, female-owned publicity firm rooted in the promotion of entertainment content and influential brands. How did your career begin, and what path led you to your current position?That is a long-ish story but in short,…

1.Please introduce yourself and your current role. Susan Jurevics, C-suite executive, board member, global citizen and mom. I have extensive experience in B2C and subscription businesses of media, entertainment and consumer products companies, including Audible, Shiseido, J. K. Rowling’s Pottermore, Sony, Mattel and Nickelodeon. 2. How did your career begin, and what path led you…

Please introduce yourself and tell us what you do. My name is Ruth Sandhaas, and I am the Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis for Spectrum Reach, the advertising sales division for Charter Communications. How did your career begin, and what key steps led you to where you are today? I like to say…