Paramount Skydance Corporation
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.
Company Leadership
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
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
Leadership
President, CEO, & Board Member
Robert M. Bakish
Chair
Shari Redstone
President and CEO, Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon; and Chief Content Officer, Movies & Kids & Family, Paramount+
Brian Robbins
President, Music, Music Talent, Programming and Events, Media Networks and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount+
Bruce Gillmer
CEO, BET
Scott M. Mills
President and CEO, Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios and Paramount Media Networks
Chris McCarthy
Exec VP, General Counsel and Secretary
Christa A. D’Alimonte
Exec VP and Chief Research Officer
Colleen Fahey Rush
Chief Content Licensing Officer, Paramount, and President, Republic Pictures
Dan Thomas Cohen
Exec VP, Global Public Policy and Government Relations, Paramount
DeDe Lea
President and CEO, CBS and Chief Content Officer, News and Sports, Paramount+
George Cheeks
President, Paramount Advertising
John Halley
President and CEO, Simon and Schuster
Jonathan Karp
Exec VP, Chief Comms and Corporate Marketing Officer
Julia Phelps
Exec VP, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer
Katherine Gill-Charest
Exec VP, Investor Relations, Paramount Global
Kristin Southey
Exec VP, Global Head of Inclusion at Paramount and Executive VP, Public Affairs, Nickelodeon
Marva Smalls
Exec VP, Chief People Officer
Nancy Phillips
President and CEO of International Markets, Global Consumer Products and Experiences
Pam Kaufman
Exec VP, Chief Technology Officer
Phil Wiser
President, US Networks Distribution, Paramount
Ray Hopkins
Exec VP, General Tax Counsel and Chief Veteran Officer
Richard M. Jones
President and CEO, Streaming
Tom Ryan
Board Member
Naveen Chopra
Board Member
Frederick O. Terrell
Board Member
Alex Berkett
Board Member
Barbara M. Byrne
Board Member
Charles E. Phillips
Board Member
Charles E. Phillips, Jr.
Board Member
Dawn Ostroff
Board Member
Judith A. McHale
Board Member
Linda M. Griego
Board Member
Nicole Seligman
Board Member
Robert N. Klieger
Board Member
Susan Schuman