Gia DeLaney Joins Newly Formed Boat Rocker Media

NEW YORK/TORONTO: Boat Rocker Media has named Gia DeLaney as VP of global sales and licensing for Boat Rocker Rights.

DeLaney will lead kids’ and family content sales, in addition to exploring new licensing opportunities and facilitating third-party acquisitions for the company’s catalogue. DeLaney will be based in New York at the new Boat Rocker Media offices. She will report to Jon Rutherford, the president of distribution at Boat Rocker Rights.

Previously, DeLaney served as VP of program sales at American Greetings Properties (now Entertainment) for more than four years. Prior to joining American Greetings, DeLaney was VP of international program sales at 4Kids Entertainment (now 4K Media). She also previously served as manager of acquisitions at Showtime Networks and most recently held a role as director of sales for Reed MIDEM.

“Gia is an industry veteran with an excellent reputation and longstanding relationships with leading broadcasters and platforms around the globe,” said Rutherford. “As the company continues to expand its footprint, Gia will be instrumental in introducing our content to international audiences. We are thrilled to have her join the Boat Rocker team. ”