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Jeff Shell

Jeff Shell

Jeff Shell is a Chairman of Universal Filmed Entertainment Group overseeing all divisions of the global film operations including Universal Pictures, Fandango, Universal Pictures International, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, NBCUniversal Brand Development and DreamWorks Animation.

Career

Jeff is in charge of to overseeing the operations of all NBCUniversal International businesses, including all divisions of the global film operations including Universal Pictures, Fandango, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, NBCUniversal Brand Development and DreamWorks Animation.

In his former position as Chairman of NBCUniversal International, Jeff managed all aspects of NBCUniversal’s international businesses including International TV Distribution, Global Television Networks and International Television Production.

He also oversaw, in partnership with their domestic leaders, CNBC International, International Theatrical Marketing and Distribution, International Home Entertainment and International Theme Parks Operations.

Prior to joining NBCUniversal, Shell served as President of Comcast Entertainment Group where he was responsible for managing Comcast’s national and regional television networks including E! Entertainment Television, the Golf Channel, International Channel Networks, and Comcast Sports.

Before Comcast, Jeff was CEO of Gemstar-TV Guide International leading the business through a number of legal and operational challenges. Previous to Gemstar, he held several positions at News Corporation including being President at Fox Cable Networks. He also held leadership roles at The Walt Disney Company and Salomon Brothers prior to joining News Corporation.

In 2013, the United States Senate confirmed Jeff as Chairman of the Broadcasting Board of Governors, the Independent United States Federal agency that oversees all U.S. civilian international media. He also serves on the board of several Non-profit organizations including the National Constitution Center and organizations focused on public school reform.

Education

Jeff Shell received his Master's degree in Business administration from Harvard University and his Bachelor's degree in Economics and Applied mathematics from University Of California-Berkeley.

Personal Life

Jeff resides in Los Angeles, CA with his wife and daughter.

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