Work
Select engagements from current and recent work. Some engagements are described without attribution due to confidentiality constraints.
Re-architected a global audio ecosystem including operating model, governance structure, and scalable workflow for concept development across markets. Delivered greenlit creative slate and go-to-market rollout plan.
Global Consumer Brand (Confidential)
Audio Ecosystem Architecture
Built market positioning and growth strategy for Mills' podcast and creator touring business. Defined service offering framework, prioritized targets, and built partnership pipeline.
Mills Entertainment
"Steve helped us sharpen how we position Mills for the next phase of creator and podcast touring. He translated big-picture strategy into a clear roadmap and priorities, and we're now executing against it with him on retainer."
— Mike Mills, CEO and Founder, Mills Entertainment
Podcast Growth and Sponsorship Strategy
Creator Touring Growth Strategy
"Steve was collaborative and highly practical. He gave us a playbook we're actively implementing, from format and pacing updates to key art and a clearer YouTube and sponsorship plan."
— Kristin White, COO, Beacon Global Strategies
Built go-to-market strategy for a new distribution product concept. Defined partner outreach methodology, positioning, and revenue-share framework.
Wurl
"Steve brought structure and rigor to a complex new initiative. He delivered a clear go-to-market blueprint and decision support we could trust."
— Dave Bernath, CEO, Wurl
Operating System Redesign
Go-To-Market Strategy
Redesigned operating system behind a top-tier channel, improving delegation and efficiency while maintaining creative standards. Built long-range roadmap with initiative sequencing and KPI tracking.
Eight-Figure Creator Business (Confidential)
"Steve rebuilt how we run the business day to day. We're putting out more without adding headcount, and I finally have my time back to focus on growth instead of constant firefighting."
— Founder, Eight-Figure Creator Business
Led podcast division as EVP, transforming it into a top-10 publisher. Managed P&L, operations, and content across The Daily Show, 60 Minutes, 48 Hours, Star Trek, and Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
Paramount Global (Prior Role)
EVP, Podcasts & Audio
Strategic audit of flagship policy podcast, validating high-value audience and mapping staged growth plan. Delivered production playbook, format and pacing updates, YouTube discovery strategy, and sponsorship revenue framework.