Jonnie Davis is a trailblazing entertainment executive whose work has shaped some of the most influential television of the past decade. As President of Creative Affairs at 20th Television, he helped develop This Is Us and the Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning Modern Family, along with hits like New Girl, Fresh Off the Boat, and Fleishman Is in Trouble.
Most recently, as President of ABC Signature Studios (Disney), he led the studio’s streaming era, producing acclaimed series including Grey’s Anatomy, The Good Doctor, Station 19, and Little Fires Everywhere. Along the way, he’s built trusted partnerships with Netflix, Apple, Disney, Amazon, and other major platforms — bridging creative vision with financial strategy at the highest levels of the industry.
Join us for a conversation on leadership, creative risk-taking, and navigating the streaming revolution from someone who has done it at the top of the industry — and started his journey right here at Northeastern.
A light reception will follow the lecture. Seats are limited. RSVP using the attached link.