Paramount Skydance Corporation

Industries Media and Entertainment
Subsidiaries CBS, CMT, Paramount Pictures, Showtime

Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Paramount Skydance Corporation is a member of the Fortune 250 operating in the Media and Entertainment industry. Robert M. Bakish and Shari Redstone serve as CEO/President and Chairman, respectively, leading the company’s C-suite executive team and the board of directors. Amongst these teams, the collective leadership is responsible for $148,911 to Republican causes and $3,522,058 to Democratic causes. Under their tenure, Paramount Skydance Corporation currently holds a ‘High’ rating.

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Company Leadership

Robert M. Bakish
CEO at Paramount Skydance Corporation

Robert M. Bakish

Robert M. Bakish, the President and CEO of Paramount Global for 27 years, holds a distinguished position in the entertainment industry. Based in New York, New York, Bakish has garnered extensive experience, having previously been associated with Booz Allen Hamilton and Management Dynamics. His leadership has made a significant impact on Paramount Global’s operations and strategic direction.

A proud alumnus of Columbia University, Robert M. Bakish earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Operations Research, showcasing his commitment to education. Furthering his academic journey, he pursued an MBA from Columbia University. Bakish’s philanthropic endeavors extend to supporting various causes, as reflected in his notable donations amounting to $3,250 to Republican related causes and $8,100 to Democrat related causes. In addition to his professional achievements, Bakish maintains strong ties to Columbia University and Avid, demonstrating his dedication to nonprofit affiliations and further contributing to the broader academic and technological communities.

Shari Redstone
Chairman at Paramount Skydance Corporation

Shari Redstone

Shari Redstone currently serves as the Chair of Paramount Global, a position she has held for five years. Based in New York, New York, she is associated with National Amusements, and her significant influence in the entertainment industry is underscored by her role at Paramount Global. Shari Redstone is a dedicated philanthropist, contributing to various causes such as Combined Jewish Philanthropies, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, John F. Kennedy Library Foundation, “Our Time,” and BUILD.

Shari Redstone’s academic journey includes earning a Bachelor of Science degree from Tufts University, followed by a Juris Doctor (J.D.) and an LL.M. from Boston University. Her commitment to education, combined with her legal expertise, has contributed to her success in the media and entertainment sector. She has contributed $84,600 to Republican related causes and $55,450 to Democrat related causes.

Political Contributions of Leadership

Republican Support
Democratic Support
$148,911 $3,522,058

Leadership

Robert M. Bakish
Exec. Board

President, CEO, & Board Member

Robert M. Bakish

Shari Redstone
Board

Chair

Shari Redstone

Brian Robbins
Exec.

President and CEO, Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon; and Chief Content Officer, Movies & Kids & Family, Paramount+

Brian Robbins

Bruce Gillmer
Exec.

President, Music, Music Talent, Programming and Events, Media Networks and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount+

Bruce Gillmer

Scott M. Mills
Exec.

CEO, BET

Scott M. Mills

Chris McCarthy
Exec.

President and CEO, Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios and Paramount Media Networks

Chris McCarthy

Christa A. D’Alimonte
Exec.

Exec VP, General Counsel and Secretary

Christa A. D’Alimonte

Colleen Fahey Rush
Exec.

Exec VP and Chief Research Officer

Colleen Fahey Rush

Dan Thomas Cohen
Exec.

Chief Content Licensing Officer, Paramount, and President, Republic Pictures

Dan Thomas Cohen

DeDe Lea
Exec.

Exec VP, Global Public Policy and Government Relations, Paramount

DeDe Lea

George Cheeks
Exec.

President and CEO, CBS and Chief Content Officer, News and Sports, Paramount+

George Cheeks

John Halley
Exec.

President, Paramount Advertising

John Halley

Jonathan Karp
Exec.

President and CEO, Simon and Schuster

Jonathan Karp

Julia Phelps
Exec.

Exec VP, Chief Comms and Corporate Marketing Officer

Julia Phelps

Katherine Gill-Charest
Exec.

Exec VP, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer

Katherine Gill-Charest

Kristin Southey
Exec.

Exec VP, Investor Relations, Paramount Global

Kristin Southey

Marva Smalls
Exec.

Exec VP, Global Head of Inclusion at Paramount and Executive VP, Public Affairs, Nickelodeon

Marva Smalls

Nancy Phillips
Exec.

Exec VP, Chief People Officer

Nancy Phillips

Pam Kaufman
Exec.

President and CEO of International Markets, Global Consumer Products and Experiences

Pam Kaufman

Phil Wiser
Exec.

Exec VP, Chief Technology Officer

Phil Wiser

Ray Hopkins
Exec.

President, US Networks Distribution, Paramount

Ray Hopkins

Richard M. Jones
Exec.

Exec VP, General Tax Counsel and Chief Veteran Officer

Richard M. Jones

Tom Ryan
Exec.

President and CEO, Streaming

Tom Ryan

Naveen Chopra
Board

Board Member

Naveen Chopra

Frederick O. Terrell
Board

Board Member

Frederick O. Terrell

Alex Berkett
Board

Board Member

Alex Berkett

Barbara M. Byrne
Board

Board Member

Barbara M. Byrne

Charles E. Phillips
Board

Board Member

Charles E. Phillips

Charles E. Phillips, Jr.
Board

Board Member

Charles E. Phillips, Jr.

Dawn Ostroff
Board

Board Member

Dawn Ostroff

Judith A. McHale
Board

Board Member

Judith A. McHale

Linda M. Griego
Board

Board Member

Linda M. Griego

Nicole Seligman
Board

Board Member

Nicole Seligman

Robert N. Klieger
Board

Board Member

Robert N. Klieger

Susan Schuman
Board

Board Member

Susan Schuman