Pam Kaufman Exits Paramount

Pam Kaufman is stepping down as president and CEO of international markets, global consumer products and experiences at Paramount.

“Working at Paramount has been the honor of a lifetime,” Kaufman said in a memo to staff. “From my early days on Nickelodeon’s integrated marketing team to becoming the company’s first CMO, to leading the international markets and global consumer products and experiences divisions, I have had a front-row seat to the ingenuity, passion and hard work that defines Paramount across every division, in every corner of the world.”

Kaufman worked across Paramount’s stable of billion-dollar franchises, including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Emily in Paris, PAW Patrol, Star Trek and more. “We expanded into award-winning hotels, resorts, theme parks and live tours,” Kaufman said. “In building out these world-class brands and franchises, we created a $7 billion retail business.”

Kaufman also scaled Paramount’s international footprint. “As streaming reshaped the entertainment landscape, we supported the Paramount+ and Pluto TV teams, reimagined how we connect with audiences, and aligned global strategy with local expertise,” she said. “We strengthened our networks, reinforcing their role as powerful platforms for reach, brand visibility, and local connection. Through the Impact Series, which expanded to 10-plus cities worldwide, we had meaningful conversations around leadership and inclusion, inspiring a more connected and empowered culture.”

Kaufman serves on the boards of Lindblad Expeditions, Stella McCartney and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation.