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As a young boy, I remember recording myself speaking english. Except it wasn't actually english. It "sounded" like english, so I thought. Let me explain. In Romania when I was seven, and later in France, I was fascinated with cartoons and movies. I would watch them constantly and then recorded myself speaking some of the parts. Except, I didn't know how to speak english so I recorded gibberish that I thought sounded right. If only I could find those tapes! So you can imagine that working at Warner Bros. Discovery is truly like a dream. So many of the movies and cartoons I ultimately learned english from were from this storied organization. It changed my life. So how did I get here? The short story is that I joined You.i TV in Ottawa after leaving my own app startup and part of the deal was that the company would move me and my family to Los Angeles. We made it happen and ultimately the startup was acquired by Warner Media ahead of the Warner/Discovery merger a year later. A few months after the merger, I was presented with a stellar opportunity to take on the role of a lifetime as Director, Product Management - Technical (PM-T) for the Video Player SDK at Warner Bros. Discovery. As soon as I met with the leaders of the org, I knew I had finally found my people and the perfect role. It is a deeply technical role that also leverages my love of people and building bridges and relationships across orgs and external partners. A few months in, I was also given the green light to split my time between the player team and the ad tech team to help build a strong partnership between the orgs and also help usher in new advanced ads, a passion of mine when I was at You.i. I've been so busy, I forgot to post a role update but the recent Barbie launch on Max was so beautifully done, I was reminded how fortunate I truly am to work here. It has been a wild year. We launched Max in May, followed up with TNT Sports in Europe (as part of Discovery+) then added live news and sports to Max (CNN and Bleacher Report Sports) while also prepping for LATAM and EMEA launches in 2024 which includes a lot of sports and streaming of the summer Paris Olympics! I've always loved hard problems! Maybe another young child who loves movies and cartoons will be inspired to pursue his or her dreams because of the work we do. Many thanks to Jason Flick for believing in me at You.i (mostly people don't hire entrepreneurs) and Mark Ramberg Alan Ramaley Sudheer Sirivara Robyn Peterson Avi Saxena and all my colleagues across the org for trusting me and my team with the important role of doing our part to deliver moving pictures on screens globally. Happy Holidays everyone!

Very good insight! I agree, the landscape is shifting. Adapt or die. As a TV and movie production company we can align with the streaming platforms, and with half a dozen companies reach HALF of the entire world's population. By doing so we can also control our own destiny and costs. That is alluring. The media distribution marketplace will dramatically change in the next 36 months. Is there a place for cinema, theatres, streaming, and other alternative delivery methods to co-exist? Time will tell, we all adapt, we all evolve, that is the nature of business. Here is a prelude of things to come...

🎭 Reflecting on a Day of Connection and Looking Forward to Cosplay Creativity 🎭 Ohayo Friends, Yesterday was an extraordinary day filled with meetings and exchanges with passionate fans and future members of the Adilsons family in the south. I am truly moved by the warm reception, the shared stories, and the palpable excitement for what we're building together. It's moments like these that remind us of the power of community and the shared love for gaming and anime that unites us. Building on this momentum, I'm thrilled to turn our attention to one of the most vibrant expressions of our community: cosplay. Adilsons celebrates the art of cosplay not just as a form of dressing up but as a profound celebration of fandom, creativity, and the stories that inspire us. Our cosplay contests and events are designed to be a platform for everyone, from seasoned cosplayers to those curious about donning their first costume, to come together and share their passion. As we look forward to bringing more cosplay events to the south and beyond, I'm excited about the possibilities of connecting even more deeply with our community. Whether you're crafting a costume, perfecting your portrayal, or simply admiring the creativity on display, there's a place for you at Adilsons. Join us in celebrating the creativity, the dedication, and the incredible talent within our community. Together, let's make every event a testament to the creativity and passion that defines us. Join us, and let's continue to weave these amazing stories of creativity, identity, and passion together. Live your passion, one costume, one character, one incredible experience at a time. #Cosplay #CreativeCommunity #LiveYourPassion

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🎬 Exciting News for Diversity in Entertainment! 🌟 As the entertainment industry evolves, so does the call for representation both on and off the screen. The recent implementation of DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) initiatives in states like California, Illinois, and New Jersey marks a significant step towards a more inclusive film and television landscape. Check out the article below to learn more about how these states are leading the charge for change in Hollywood! #DiversityInFilm #InclusiveEntertainment #Film #FilmProduction

and yes, #streaming is part of the conversation! #streamingbroadway #broadwaystreaming #broadwayhd #streamingtheater

What a great article with lots of valuable advice in the telling of Joe's story. I quote: "The best thing I have learned is to always assume good intentions from your co-workers. " Sound advice!😃