Archive · 28 Sep 2025
Neon CEO Discusses Company's Success, Future and Potential Sale
Neon, the movie distribution company behind award-winning films, is doing great!
Their CEO, Tom Quinn, spoke at an event and said the company might be for sale but he wants to keep doing what they do.
He talked about how they pick movies and market them, like the clever billboard campaign for "Longlegs."
He also said that even though they aren't a huge company, they know how to make waves with their marketing.
They started with a loan from Jackie Chan's manager.
They're also looking for more directors to work with.
The company is named after a sign in the 1920s that looked a lot like the Hollywood sign, just like films come to life, 24 frames per second.
Neon's CEO Tom Quinn received the Game Changer Award at the Zurich Summit.
Quinn stated that while Neon is technically for sale, his goal is to continue leading the company.
Neon's early success included the acquisition of 'I, Tonya,' which was a major success.
Quinn emphasized that limitations lead to invention, and marketing strategy is vital.
The company's unique marketing approach, was highlighted by the creative campaign for 'Longlegs'.
- Who
- Tom Quinn, CEO of Neon
- What
- Discussed Neon's success, marketing strategies, and potential for sale at the Zurich Summit.
- When
- At the Zurich Summit.
- Where
- Zurich Summit.
- Why
- To receive the event’s Game Changer Award and discuss the company's journey.
- Company
- Neon
- CEO
- Tom Quinn
- Recent Wins
- Distributed past six Palme d'Or winners, Best Picture winner Anora
- First Major Acquisition
- I, Tonya ($6M)
- Marketing Strategy
- Emphasis on brand, social media, and creative campaigns
- Notable Campaign
- Longlegs: phone number billboard