Tilmann Gruber — Co-Founder
Hey there! 👋 I'm Tilmann Gruber ↦ Senior Executive with 20+ years shaping the future of media & entertainment. ↦ Driving $1B+ in content acquisitions and partnerships globally. ↦ Leading strategy & operations across Fox Entertainment, Sony Pictures, Warner Bros., and New Line Cinema. ↦ Spearheading $100M+ in operational efficiencies through innovative solutions. ↦ Championing education, cultural preservation, and mentorship. As SVP of Strategy and Operations at Fox Entertainment, I'm passionate about bridging creativity with data-driven decision-making. My journey in media has been incredible – from learning English as a second language after moving from Basel, Switzerland, to leading global content strategy at Sony Pictures and driving transformative initiatives across major studios. ↬ Born in Switzerland and fluent in English and German, I bring a unique cross-cultural lens to media strategy. ↬ Whether it's negotiating international partnerships or fostering inclusive workplace cultures, I believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. ↬ My educational experience spans across German and U.S. highschools, Northwestern University, USC and Harvard's Advanced Management Program, reflecting my commitment to lifelong learning. Beyond the boardroom, I'm deeply invested in giving back. ↳ As a board member at the Wende Museum, I'm overseeing a $40M expansion project preserving Cold War history. ↳ Through Child360, I've worked to enhance early childhood education, believing that today's investments shape tomorrow's leaders. I'm passionate about: ↳ Future of Work (aka Workplace 2.0) and innovation ↳ Cross-cultural leadership in global media and beyond ↳ Data-driven strategy meeting creative/humanitarian excellence ↳ Mentoring next-gen leaders ↳ Cultural preservation and community engagement Whether you're interested in media innovation, leadership development, or creating positive social impact, I'd love to connect. Always open to sharing experiences and learning from others who are passionate about shaping the future of media and entertainment.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Media & Entertainment executive with a strong focus on strategic leadership and operational excellence.
Experience: 21 yrs 8 mos
Skills
- Business Strategy
- Change Management
- Operational Excellence
- Content Strategy
- Partnership Development
Career Highlights
- Spearheaded $1B+ in global content acquisitions.
- Achieved $100M+ in operational efficiencies.
- Passionate about mentoring next-gen leaders.
Work Experience
Truth in Data - AI
Principal Consulting Advisor (1 yr 5 mos)
Fox Entertainment
Senior Vice President Strategy and Operations (4 yrs 6 mos)
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Vice President, Worldwide Content Strategy and Acquisitions (11 yrs 2 mos)
Warner Bros. Entertainment
Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis (3 yrs 3 mos)
New Line Cinema
Marketing Finance (1 yr 7 mos)
Education
Advanced Management Program at Harvard University
Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Southern California
Bachelor's degree at Northwestern University
High School Diploma at Northfield Mount Hermon
German equivalency to High school at Friedrich Wilhelm Gymnasium