Douglas Strasnick

About Douglas Strasnick

I’m a strategic and collaborative executive with 19+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams through complex growth, operational change, and cultural transformation. My work spans public-private partnerships, SaaS and technology startups, and both public and commercial media, with leadership roles including Chief of Staff, Chief Business Officer, COO, and Head of Legal and Business Affairs (barred in NY and CA).Whether stepping into a scaling startup or guiding institutional transformation, I partner with leadership to align strategy, operations, and culture. I’ve led business development initiatives and built high-impact partnerships that have accelerated growth, opened new markets, and driven long-term value. At PBS North Carolina, I helped lead a financial and organizational turnaround, co-developing a Return on Mission/Return on Investment framework that contributed to a record $9.4M in partner support. At Crowdfunder, I worked closely with the team to implement operational and cultural improvements that increased SaaS revenue by 28% and cut attrition by 40%. At EQAL, I helped lead a growth strategy that boosted audience engagement by over 200% and accelerated the company’s acquisition timeline by more than a year. At Ovation TV, I was part of the executive team that restored Time Warner Cable distribution and expanded the network’s reach by 10 million homes.I thrive in roles where I can act as an “organizational point guard” — bringing structure, adaptability, and innovation to the table. I build alignment through transparent communication, measurable goals, and data-informed decision-making. As a strategic thought partner to CEOs and boards, I’m equally comfortable shaping long-term vision and driving day-to-day execution.My foundation in policy, psychology, and law continues to inform my leadership approach. After earning dual degrees in Public Policy and Psychology from Duke University (Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude), I attended USC Law on a full-tuition merit scholarship as the inaugural Frank Rothman Scholar.My experience includes supporting CEOs through strategic proxy work, enabling cross-functional alignment, and leading enterprise-wide initiatives through complex change management efforts. I’ve developed operating rhythms and performance dashboards to guide insight-driven execution. I have consistently helped organizations grow revenue, enhance enterprise value, and become more attractive to strategic partners and funders.

Experience

1. Chief Business Officer

   Clintrial Research

   Jan 2025 — Present

Education

• Duke University

  Bachelor's degree, Public Policy & Psychology

• USC Gould School of Law

  JD, Law

  2002 — 2005

Skills

• Corporate Law
• Sales
• Software as a Service (Saas)
• Business Development
• New Media
• Entertainment Law
• Content Development
• Entertainment
• Social Media
• Business Affairs
• Employment Law
• Digital Media
• Copyright Law
• Television
• Digital Strategy
• Strategic Partnerships
• Entertainment Industry
• Digital Distribution
• Strategy
• E-Commerce
• Microsoft Word
• Legal Writing
• Strategic Planning
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Program Management
• Account Management
• Licensing
• Negotiation
• Contract Negotiation
• Start-Ups
• Business Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Content Strategy
• Marketing Strategy
• Broadcast
• Intellectual Property
• Leadership
• Team Building
• Management
• Marketing