The Hidden Influence of Mid-Level Decision Makers in Entertainment
Feb 26, 2025
Everyone’s chasing the exec with the big title. But here’s the twist: mid-level managers are often the real tastemakers behind greenlights, rosters, and festival picks.
These are the folks:
Reviewing your pitch deck before the CMO ever sees it
Choosing which pilot to push for internal approval
Scouting emerging talent before it hits anyone’s radar
They might not be keynote speakers, but they’re quietly shaping the future of entertainment—and building relationships that last decades.
The takeaway? Don’t underestimate access. And don’t overlook the people making things move.
At well-curated summits, you don’t just meet “stars”—you meet the connectors. Sometimes that’s who your next break actually depends on.