John J. English

About John J. English

With 20 years of experience at the intersection of media, entertainment, and technology – including a decade at Disney – I’ve built a career on forging partnerships that drive revenue, accelerate innovation, and deliver modern consumer experiences. My background spans senior roles in business development, sales, and strategic partnerships, with digital transformation as a consistent throughline – advancing innovation in Media & Entertainment from the inside at companies like Disney and Live Nation, and from the outside as a strategic partner to major studios, streamers and gaming publishers through firms like Sapient, Publicis Epsilon, LTTS (subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro). From launching OTT platforms to scaling AI-powered solutions and unlocking new monetization strategies, I bring structure, momentum, and measurable results to ambitious initiatives and evolving priorities. I specialize in building and executing high-impact sales and partnership strategies, often in matrixed, fast-moving, tech-forward environments. My work has touched everything from content distribution and ad tech to AI, SaaS, and engineering services, with clients like NBCU, Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount+, Ticketmaster, Amazon (Twitch), Activision Blizzard, and Scopely Games. At my core, I’m a relationship builder, problem solver, and trusted operator. I’ve quarterbacked cross-functional initiatives across product, engineering, marketing, and legal, often serving as the internal lead and external point of escalation to ensure partner success. I bring structure to chaos, and I help companies turn big ideas into measurable results. The future of media belongs to those who move fast, think big, and execute with clarity. Throughout my career, employers and clients alike have valued my agility, creativity, and decisive leadership. If you\'re building something bold at the intersection of media and technology, I’d love to explore how my experience can help bring that vision to life. Let’s connect and see what’s possible. Key Skills Strategic Partnerships & GTM Strategies OTT / Streaming Media Sales & Business Development AI-Driven Solutions Contract Negotiations & Closure Ad Tech & Monetization Platform & API Integrations Digital Transformation & Product Innovation Business Case Development Partner Enablement & Growth SaaS Sales Cross-functional Team Leadership Strategic Planning & Analysis Solution Selling & Consultative Sales Market Expansion & New Business Launch Enterprise Client Management Data-Driven Strategy & Business Case Development

Experience

1. Ambassador

   Phello

   Aug 2025 — Present · CA

   90% of executive roles are filled by networking, but most of us don\'t manage it well. Ambassadors play a pivotal role in the Phello Executive Community, curating meaningful networking events that align with our passions and are central to career success. As a proud Ambassador, I host monthly events tailored specifically to Sales Executives. If you’re a leader in sales, business development, customer success and support looking for fresh opportunities and professional growth, I invite you to join Phello’s exclusive Sales Executive Discussion Group. This dynamic community offers a unique platform to connect with peers, exchange insights, and develop actionable strategies to take your career to the next level. Whether your goals include expanding your network, exploring new job opportunities, transitioning to consulting or board roles, or simply staying ahead in a competitive industry, this group is designed to help you thrive.Visit to sign up!

Education

• Tufts University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA

• UNSW

  Semester Abroad