A product leader solving problems big and small for some of the world's leading entertainment companies
Current work · World Series of Poker
Head of Subscription & Digital Products
Leading subscription and digital products for the World Series of Poker, with the launch of WSOP Academy and WSOP+ — making poker more accessible through interactive education and a connected poker lifestyle.
Interactive poker education
Launched a fun, interactive way to learn poker through short, game-like lessons, challenges, and hands-on practice. WSOP Academy now helps thousands of users build their skills and confidence, one decision at a time.
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A connected poker lifestyle
Launched a poker lifestyle subscription that brings digital products and in-person experiences together. WSOP+ connects learning and online play with benefits at live WSOP events, extending the experience beyond the table.
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Responsible for overseeing the CW digital product strategy & design, for all CW applications. Managed a 15-person team of 11 developers, 2 designers, and 2 product managers and 1 data scientist focused on improving and growing the CW digital applications. Developed a product roadmap to align with business goals and help grow CW digital ad revenue.
Launched the first AI powered shopping experience for the CW, allowing viewers to shop for contextual relevant merchandise while watching broadcast television. This innovation builds on my extensive background in digital product management within the streaming industry.
Designed and launched the first simultaneous live streaming experience for the CW. Built a custom experience for the NASCAR Xfinity Cup Series to allow for the simulcast of battle and driver cams as a companion experience to the network broadcast.
Built and launched the first FAST (Free Ad Supported TV) experience across the CW streaming experience.
Successfully built and managed a team of 6 resources to manage various global accounts, resulting in improved efficiencies and operations of the technical account management team.
Launched Disney+ Basic (ads) across 4 major global partners (Amazon, Google, Sony, and Microsoft), resulting in increased revenue streams and new subscribers for the Disney+ platform.
Managed a team of 6 senior PMs overseeing operations and launch-related activities, contributing to strategic growth targets. Orchestrated the expansion of Paramount+ and Pluto TV into multiple new markets. Successfully managed a team overseeing operations and launch-related activities, contributing to strategic growth targets. Directed business priorities and operations while ensuring successful product and feature launches.
Successfully expanded Paramount+ and Pluto TV into 20+ new markets, driving international growth for ViacomCBS’ AVOD and SVOD products, resulting in record subscriber and MAU numbers for both services.
Defined business priorities related to platform and feature expansion across AVOD and SVOD products, resulting in increased overall subscriber to 20m+ and MAUs by 30%, contributing directly to ViacomCBS’ streaming goals.
Spearheaded product management initiatives, focusing on user experience and customer acquisition through oversight of the unauthenticated web experience. Led the development of a custom CMS solution for marketing purposes and defined the business strategy for HBOMAX.com, demonstrating strategic thinking and a customer-centric approach.
Led the product management team responsible for the launch of HBOMax.com. This included managing the SEO, A/B testing and acquisition funnel, along with design and layout of the overall site and structure.
Operated and strategized HBO’s digital product offerings, managing content delivery and prioritizing digital distribution partner strategy.
Drove the expansion of HBO’s digital distribution, fostering relationships with digital partners to grow market share and revenue. Led the successful launch of HBO NOW on multiple new device platforms.
Oversaw a commercial-focused product team for HBO GO, delivering commercial insights through competitive reviews and market analysis, managing product enhancements, and coordinating launch activities for new product releases.
Responsible for building the business relationships with companies such as Meta (Oculus) and HTC (Vive) to support the distribution of the Westworld VR experience on newly released VR headsets. This was a unique first of its kind immersive virtual reality experience based on the Westworld show, that allowed users to choose their persona and the path they would follow as a park participant.
Worked on the project team that developed the first HBO and Game of Thrones virtual reality experience. Developed the distribution agreements that supported the launch of the Game of Thrones VR experience, which allowed users to be transported to the top of The Wall. Also, supported the partnership and organized for the release the experience via the gaming stores such as Valve’s Steam platform.
I’m a product leader with experience spanning streaming media, subscriptions, and interactive digital experiences. My work brings together product strategy, design, technology, and commercial priorities to turn ideas into products people can use and enjoy.
Today, I’m Head of Subscription & Digital Products at the World Series of Poker. My work includes the launch of WSOP Academy, which makes learning poker fun and interactive, and WSOP+, a poker lifestyle subscription connecting digital products with in-person experiences. These launches build on a focus that has run throughout my career: creating new ways for people to engage with the entertainment they love.
Previously, I led digital product strategy and design at The CW, launching AI-powered shopping, simultaneous live-streaming experiences, and FAST channels. Across Disney, Paramount, WarnerMedia, and HBO, my work has included the launch of Disney+ Basic with major distribution partners, international expansion of Paramount+ and Pluto TV, the launch of HBOMax.com, and bringing HBO NOW to new platforms.
My career began in financial services at Prudential and The Hartford, grounding me in enterprise technology and complex systems. That foundation continues to inform how I lead: connecting business goals with practical execution, building teams across disciplines, and keeping the customer experience central to product decisions.
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