Archive · 23 Sep 2025
A+E Global Media Names Brian Weiss EVP of Strategy
Brian Weiss is now in charge of strategy and development for A+E Global Media.
He will focus on areas like streaming and digital platforms, using A+E's content library to expand.
Weiss has 20 years of experience in media, most recently at Tegna.
His role involves creating partnerships and growing audiences.
A+E's owners, Disney and Hearst, are navigating changes in how people watch TV.
They are working with Wells Fargo to explore different business options.
A+E has a large library of shows and has launched many FAST channels.
Brian Weiss has been appointed as EVP of Strategy and Business Development at A+E Global Media.
He will report to Steve MacDonald, President of Global Content Licensing & International.
Weiss will oversee growth strategy and business development across various platforms.
A+E's library includes 70,000 hours of original programming.
Disney and Hearst, the owners of A+E, are exploring strategic options.
- Who
- Brian Weiss
- What
- Named EVP of Strategy and Business Development
- When
- Recently
- Where
- A+E Global Media
- Why
- To oversee growth strategy and business development
- New Role
- EVP, Strategy and Business Development
- Reporting to
- Steve MacDonald, President, Global Content Licensing & International
- Previous Role
- VP of Entertainment Programming & Networks at Tegna
- Focus Areas
- Linear, digital, FAST, and emerging platforms
- Key Asset
- 70,000 hours of original programming
- Parent Company Owners
- Disney and Hearst