Metan Taps Neil Strum for EVP Role

LOS ANGELES: Neil Strum is to join Metan Development Group this month as executive VP, charged with overseeing operations at the company.

Prior to joining Metan, Strum served as senior VP at William Morris Agency, working with such clients as Barry Sonnenfeld, John Chu and Hasbro. He was part of the team representing Hasbro in the new JV with Discovery Networks to launch The Hub. He also served as executive VP for Universal Television, running business and legal affairs. He ran business affairs for The Family Channel and MTM, along with working at Touchstone Television, Sony Television and ABC.

“Neil is known for being one of Hollywood’s most innovative and influential television dealmakers,” commented Larry Namer, Metan’s president and CEO. “ His unmatched experience and proven track record in successfully closing complex deals and devising new business models will be an incredible asset, as we pioneer and navigate the myriad of opportunities for creating content specifically for the Chinese audience as well as bringing Chinese entertainment and culture to the Western world. ”

“I’m delighted to join Metan at such an exciting time in the international television and media business,” said Strum. “China represents an amazing new opportunity for Western media companies and brands, and I look forward to begin working on the development of new business models and deal structures that will be beneficial for all involved.”