Speaker Michelle Strong
Michelle Strong is Co-President of Distribution for A+E Global Media™. In this role, alongside Co-President Jane Rice, Strong jointly oversee all distribution operations for A+E Global Media’s domestic, Caribbean and Canadian portfolios, including platform distribution, partnerships and marketing. Together, they bring decades of expertise and complementary strengths to their roles.
Known for her exceptional leadership and strategic vision, Strong has made a significant impact in the distribution sector of the media and entertainment industry. Strong has also spent over 15 years at A+E Global Media, where she has excelled in cultivating client relationships, leading transformative partnerships and navigating the complexities of the ever-evolving distribution landscape.
Strong’s contributions to the industry have been widely recognized, including being named a Multichannel News Wonder Woman in 2023 and a Woman to Watch in 2018. She has also served on the National Board of NAMIC, The WICT Network’s Global Board and is a graduate of the prestigious Betsy Magness Leadership Institute, Class XV. Strong currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the Alexander Robertson School, showcasing her dedication to leadership and mentorship within the industry and in her community.
Strong earned her BA in communications from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VA Tech) and earned her MBA from the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business.
Speaking on: Banff World Media Festival
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