Wendy McMahon
Media + Sports Executive. Advisor. Speaker.
I’ve spent my career leading transformation inside iconic media companies - from uniting national and local newsrooms at CBS into a streaming-first operation, to creating new brands and businesses from scratch at Disney. I’ve managed organizations generating billions in revenue, built teams that people want to be part of, and made hard calls when the moment demanded it. Today, I advise media and technology ventures, speak on leadership under pressure, and write about what this moment demands of the people leading through it.
Senior Advisor, beehiiv Working alongside the platform powering the next generation of independent journalists and creators — advising on strategy, audience growth, and sustainable business models.
Senior Fellow, USC Annenberg Center for Communication Leadership & Policy Contributing to the future of media leadership, press freedom, and the development of the next wave of journalists.
Pure Mettle — Newsletter A newsletter for leaders who know this moment demands their best work now. Hard-earned lessons, honest talk, and the kind of leadership thinking that doesn't usually make it past the PR team.
SPEAKING
Represented by WME / The Harry Walker Agency
Leading Through Disruption How to drive transformation inside complex organizations — with conviction, speed, and without losing the people or the mission along the way.
Decision-Making Under Uncertainty Why fear is fuel, not a warning sign — and howbv jklthe best leaders make sharp calls without perfect information.
AS FEATURED IN
Marie Claire | USC Annenberg | Medill School of Journalism | Variety | NAB Foundation | The New York Times | People.com | Wall Street Journal
