Starz Hires Former Disney Executive Jim Kapenstein as Chief Legal and Strategy Officer
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Michael Schneider
A good honest bake. Not flashy, but you'll finish the whole bagel.
Summary
Starz has hired longtime Disney executive Jim Kapenstein as its new Chief Legal and Strategy Officer. Kapenstein, who helped oversee major acquisitions at Disney, will report to Starz CEO Jeffrey Hirsch and will be responsible for leading strategic direction of business and legal affairs, including distribution, content acquisition, production, litigation, and regulatory compliance. He will also play a central role in strategic corporate transactions.
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He'll also 'play a central role in leading strategic corporate transactions'
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