David Katz

David Katz has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Starting in 2004, they worked as the Manager of Creative Development at Clear Channel Media & Entertainment. David then moved on to become the Chief of Staff and Director of the Office of the Chairman at IAC. In 2005, they joined Viacom as the Senior Director of Global Corporate Responsibility & Board Communications, and later became the Vice President of Global Corporate Responsibility & Brand Solutions.

From 2014 to 2017, David Katz worked at Nickelodeon as the Senior Vice President of Content Relations, where they oversaw the development of a robust portfolio of original content and marketing initiatives. David then joined The Get Schooled Foundation as a Founding Board Member, securing major partnerships and funding for the national non-profit.

In 2017, David Katz became the Chief Operating Officer of MWM Live at Madison Wells Media, where they established a live business unit and orchestrated industry-first activations and partnerships. David then joined Celebrity Cruises, Inc. in 2018 as the Director of Entertainment Strategy Development, leading programming for millions of annual guests across multiple locations and ships.

In 2021, David Katz served as the Head of Entertainment & Events at Oneida Nation Enterprises, developing experiential offerings to drive revenue and brand loyalty. Currently, they work as the Senior Vice President of Global Events, Travel & Hospitality at TelevisaUnivision, where their responsibilities include strategic oversight of global events, travel, hospitality, and B2B and B2C engagements. Throughout their career, David Katz has demonstrated leadership, innovation, and a track record of delivering results.

David Katz's education history includes a Governance Certification from the Private Directors Association in 2023, a Certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility: Strategies to Create Business and Social Value from Harvard Business School Executive Education in 2007-2008, a Bachelor's degree in Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management from New York University in 1999-2001, and a Bachelor's degree in Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management from Emerson College in 1997-1999. Additionally, they completed a Marketing & Brand Strategy Sprint from Section (Formerly Section4) Prof G in 2021.