Bravo Ups Development Exec

NEW YORK: Eli Lehrer has been promoted to VP of development for Bravo Media, tasked with identifying series concepts and signature characters for the network.

Lehrer previously served as the VP of development and production for the East Coast at Bravo. His credits include Flipping Out, The Real Housewives of New York City, The Rachel Zoe Project and The Real Housewives of D.C. He also executive produced Watch What Happens: Live, The Millionaire Matchmaker and Tabatha’s Salon Takeover. He will continue to report to Andy Cohen, the senior VP of original programming and development.

"Eli’s a smart, thoughtful executive with a keen eye on what’s happening culturally," said Cohen. "His knack for discovering innovative concepts and talent has contributed to the success of some of Bravo’s biggest pop culture hits over the past years."