The Job

Growing up a latchkey kid in New York City, I became a lifelong lover of television. That I’ve built a career in it proves that dreams can, in fact, become reality. Every time someone tells you something isn’t possible, the trick is to use that as fuel to prove them wrong.

I’ve worked as a senior-level development executive and executive producer for over 25 years. I’ve led development and current programming at broadcast networks, executive-produced series for cable and network television, and headed development and production for three different production companies—before branching out on my own.

My experience has given me rock-solid development instincts, stellar relationships with buyers and reps, and a deep bench of talented writers, directors, and creatives. I pride myself on having exceptional taste in material and believe in leading by example—guiding teams with clarity and motivation rather than intimidation. That approach yields lasting results.

As a studio executive, I helped build the television divisions of Brillstein-Grey and Virgin Produced. On the network side, I served at both NBC and UPN. As an executive producer, I’ve led teams at Vin DiBona Productions, Big Cattle Productions, Davis Entertainment, and Virgin Produced.

Along the way, I’ve been part of the development and production of some of television’s most successful and beloved shows—including NewsRadio, Just Shoot Me, The King of Queens, Will & Grace, Blue Collar TV, Profiler, and Homicide: Life on the Street.

During my time as Senior Vice President of Programming at UPN, I deepened my understanding of network operations, serving as the key conduit between affiliates, scheduling, marketing, promotions, and creative.

I’ve held President-level roles at multiple companies and co-founded Big Cattle Productions with longtime friend and partner Eric McCormack (Will & Grace), producing the Jane Lynch comedy Lovespring for Lifetime.

Today, I lead 4Mankind Television, which includes all aspects of content creation, development, sales, and production for scripted television projects. 

The Job

At its core, the job is to develop, create, and produce ideas with commercial and creative potential. Success comes from identifying the right creative partners—showrunners, talent, or producers—who elevate a concept and maximize its chances in the marketplace.