Keli Lee to Lead International Content & Talent at ABC Entertainment Group

BURBANK: Keli Lee, the current executive VP of casting at ABC Entertainment Group, is segueing into the London-based role of managing director of international content and talent, effective immediately.

The executive will relocate to the London office, where she will continue to report to Paul Lee, the president of ABC Entertainment Group. She will work closely with Patrick Moran, the executive VP of ABC Studios, and his team at ABC Studios, as well as Samie Falvey, the executive VP of comedy and international scripted development, and the international formats team at the ABC Television Network. She will be tasked with helping both the network and studio find emerging formats, writers, directors, actors and shows. She will also look after ABC’s strategic interests around the world.

Keli Lee has led all casting and talent deal negotiations for the ABC Television Network and ABC Studios. Series under her oversight include Modern Family, Scandal, Once Upon a Time, Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., How to Get Away with Murder, Lost and Grey’s Anatomy.  

“Keli will play a critical role helping ABC identify new opportunities for talent and content around the world,” said Paul Lee. “She has a keen eye and a proven track record when it comes to emerging talent.”

Ayo Davis is now serving as the interim head of casting for ABC Entertainment Group.