MPTF Adds UTA, Warner Bros, Disney Execs to Leadership Boards — SkimNews
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- MPTF added UTA CEO David Kramer and Legendary Films’ Blair Rich to its board of directors, bolstering governance with top studio and agency leaders
- MPTF appointed five new members to its board of governors: WME’s Dan Aloni, UTA’s Rich Klubeck, Warner Bros’ Dana Nussbaum, Disney Entertainment’s Cathleen Taff, and NBCU’s Erin Underhill
- David Kramer expressed commitment to MPTF’s mission, emphasizing its critical role as the industry evolves and pledging support for its long-term sustainability
- Blair Rich highlighted her family’s generational ties to the industry and MPTF, calling it a shared responsibility and a vital safety net for entertainment workers
- Emma Thomas and Kevin McCormick, named co-chairs in December, led the expansion, which follows MPTF’s distribution of over $20 million in aid, including after the 2025 L.A. wildfires
- MPTF has provided financial assistance and services to Hollywood workers in crisis, reinforcing its role as a cornerstone of industry support amid ongoing challenges
Why it matters: The addition of senior executives from UTA, WME, Warner Bros, Disney, and NBCU strengthens MPTF’s leadership at a time of heightened industry instability, ensuring continued access to $20M+ in aid and institutional backing for workers affected by crises like the 2025 wildfires.
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