AMC Theatres is the largest movie exhibition company in the U.S., Europe and the world with approximately 1,000 theatres and more than 11,000 screens across the globe serving approximately 350 million guests annually. In the U.S., AMC operates approximately 660 theatres with 8,200 screens serving 265 million guests.

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Mr. Dan Ellis serves as AMC's Executive Vice President, Chief Operations & Development Officer. His responsibilities include leadership of the Development, U.S. Theatre Operations including Food & Beverage, as well as AMC’s Design & Construction, Facilities Sight & Sound departments, along with certain Analytics efforts. He originally joined AMC in 2017 as the head of Domestic Development where he oversaw the company’s global real estate portfolio and international businesses in Europe and the Middle East. Prior to joining AMC, Mr. Ellis was Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary of Carmike Cinemas, Inc., from 2011 until it was acquired by AMC in 2016. From 1999 to 2011, Mr. Ellis held various positions with Lodgian, Inc., a publicly-traded owner and operator of hotels, including President & Chief Executive Officer and Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary. Mr. Ellis also served on Lodgian’s Board of Directors from 2009 to 2010, when the company was sold to an affiliate of the private equity firm, [Lone Star](/org/lone-star-funds). Prior to his time with Lodgian, Mr. Ellis was engaged in private law practice in Atlanta, GA and was also a prosecutor for the State of Georgia. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from [Georgia Southern University](/org/georgia-southern-university), a Juris Doctorate from the [University of Mississippi](/org/university-of-mississippi) and a M.B.A from [Mercer University](/org/mercer-university).

Dan Ellis

Mr. Lin Zhang has served as Chairman and a director of the Company since August 2012. Mr. Zhang has served as President of Wanda Cultural Industry Group since 2012. Mr. Zhang has served on the board of directors of Wanda Cinemaline Corporation since November 2006, Dalian Wanda Commercial Properties Co., Limited since December 2009, and Dalian Wanda Group Co., Limited since February 2011. Mr. Zhang also currently serves on the board of directors of Infront Sports & Media AG, Atletico De Madrid, and World Triathlon Corporation since 2015. Prior thereto, Mr. Zhang served as Vice President of Dalian Wanda Group Co., Limited from December 2009 to December 2012. Mr. Zhang received an M.B.A. from Beijing University and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Dongbei University of Finance and Economics. Mr. Zhang is a non-practicing member of the Chinese Institute of Certified Public Accountants and a non-practicing member of the China Certified Tax Agents Association. Mr. Zhang has over 15 years of experience in financial management and operation management of large companies, especially in corporate strategy and investment, which makes him well-positioned to serve as a director for the Company.

Lin Zhang

Mr. Mark Way has served as Managing Director for [ODEON Cinemas Group](/org/odeon-cinemas-group) and President of AMC Europe, based in London, since December 2016, being appointed immediately following the acquisition by AMC. Prior to taking on this role, Mr. Way served as Chief Financial Officer for ODEON & UCI Cinemas from September 2014 when he joined the business. Before ODEON, he spent 17 years in a variety of senior finance and development roles at [Hilton Worldwide](/org/hilton-worldwide). This included serving as Senior Vice President Finance Global Operations from 2009 to 2014 and SVP Finance International Operations from 2006 to 2009. Mr. Way is a Chartered Accountant having qualified with [Deloitte](/org/deloitte) where he spent the early part of his career and graduated from Oxford University with BA Hons after studying Politics, Philosophy and Economics.


Mark Way

Ms. Cynthia Pierce is AMC's Senior Vice President of Facilities, Sight and Sound for AMC Entertainment Inc. (AMC). She is responsible for managing a team of talented subject-matter experts who work with AMC theatre teams to provide top-notch facilities and on-screen experiences. Ms. Pierce began her career at AMC in December 1981, working as an hourly manager in the Norfolk market. She has served as a Theatre General Manager, Director of Training, as well as Vice President of Operations. Ms. Pierce holds a BBA in Accounting from the College of William & Mary and has earned her Professional of Human Resources (PHR) certification and Certified Professional of Learning and Performance (CPLP) designations.


Cynthia Pierce

John Merriwether is the current Vice President of Investor Relations at [AMC Theatres](/org/amc-theatres). John has held this position since April 2014. Prior to that, they were with Health Management Associates, Inc. from June 2003 to April 2014, where they served as the Vice President of Investor Relations. 

At [AMC Theatres](/org/amc-theatres), John is responsible for shareholder communications and relations. John also works to ensure investor relations and finance excellence. In addition, they serve on the leadership team that investigates and conceives ideas to solve company issues. 

Before joining [AMC Theatres](/org/amc-theatres), John was with Health Management Associates, Inc. from June 2003 to April 2014. During their time there, they led the communications effort to alleviate concerns and confirm commitment after a shareholder vote error was discovered that threatened the success of a merger. As a result of their work, the merger went through successfully. 

John has also been credited with averting a crisis situation by working with department heads to create transparency and preparedness across the leadership spectrum. Their experience and expertise in crisis management has been honed over many years in various positions.

John Merriwether has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the [University of Virginia](/org/university-of-virginia) and an MBA in Accounting and Healthcare Management from Columbia Business School.

Some of their coworkers include Debbi Webber - SVP, Finance, Brooks Rainer - SVP, Global Tax, and Chris A. Cox - SVP & Chief Accounting Officer. John Merriwether reports to Sean Goodman, EVP & CFO.

John Merriwether

Brooks Rainer is the Senior Vice President of Global Tax at [AMC Theatres](/org/amc-theatres). Brooks has over 20 years of experience in tax and accounting, having worked at Arthur Andersen, Travis Boats & Motors, Inc., and Ernst & Young.

Rainer has extensive experience in resolving IRS tax controversies and protests, and has led due diligence teams on all middle market acquisitions. Brooks has advised publicly- and privately- held companies on US and foreign business and tax matters ranging from startup ventures to multi-billion dollar enterprises with a primary focus on family and private equity firm owned ventures.

Rainer played a key role in the privatization/delisting transaction of General Cinema Corporation and the due diligence on Loews Cineplex Entertainment. Brooks has also gained significant experience in FAS No. 109 – Accounting for Income Taxes, financial reporting and footnote disclosure of income taxes, and Sarbanes - Oxley Act $404 tax process and controls.

Brooks Rainer has a Master of Taxation and BBA Accounting from [Baylor University](/org/baylor-university). Brooks is certified by the Kansas Board of Accountancy as a Certified Public Accountant and by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy as a Certified Public Accountant.

Some of their coworkers include Debbi Webber - SVP, Finance, Chris A. Cox - SVP & Chief Accounting Officer, and John Merriwether - VP, Investor Relations. Brooks Rainer reports to Sean Goodman, EVP & CFO.

Brooks Rainer

Derrick Leggett is the Senior Vice President of Information Technology at [AMC Theatres](/org/amc-theatres). Derrick has over 20 years of experience in the IT field. Prior to joining [AMC Theatres](/org/amc-theatres), Derrick held various positions at Novastar Financial Inc., Armed Forces Insurance, and K2b, Inc. In these roles, they managed database operations, development teams, and enterprise reporting teams. Derrick was also responsible for creating strategic vision and planning for data systems departments to align with business and divisional goals. Derrick has a proven track record of successful project management, with a focus on tactical implementation and approach to insure successful completion of objectives. 

Derrick is an expert in database administration and data architecture. Derrick has consolidated numerous SQL Server installations, implemented enterprise database standards and procedures, and protected intellectual capital and resource investments. Their experience and expertise have been invaluable to [AMC Theatres](/org/amc-theatres) as they continue to grow and expand their business.

Derrick Leggett has a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management, a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from [Kansas State University](/org/kansas-state-university), a Bachelor of Arts in Theirtory from [Arizona State University](/org/arizona-state-university), and a BA in Missions from Baptist Bible College. Derrick also has an Associate of Arts in Business Administration and Management from Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley, a Th.g in Missions from Fellowship Baptist College, and a Certificate in Intermediate Spanish and Culture Studies from LenguaViva.

Their manager is Adam M. Aron, President & CEO. They are on a team with Ryan D. Wood - SVP & Head Film Buyer, Mark Way - President, AMC Europe & Managing Director, Odeon Cinema Group, and Jennifer A. Douglass - SVP, Food & Beverage.

Derrick Leggett

Ms. Jennifer A. Douglass, AMC's Senior Vice President of Food & Beverage, is responsible for strategic food and beverage concept development and revenue growth. Ms. Douglass began her 33-year career with AMC in 1987 in San Diego, Calif. She spent 15 years in the San Diego market working her way up through a number of theatre leadership roles. She moved to Kansas City, Mo., in 2002 to join AMC’s headquarters where she served as director of field training and director of operations prior to her promotion to vice president, operations excellence in 2007, where she drove the company’s commitment to guest satisfaction. Her accomplishments during her tenure at AMC include assisting with the creation of the company’s GuestFirst® service initiative and the coordination of the theatre transition when AMC merged with Loews in 2006. In 2009-2012, Douglass served as vice president, food and beverage before moving over to oversee the AMC DINE-IN brand as vice president, operations through 2018. During her time in the DINE-IN brand she helped grow the DINE-IN portfolio from 8 locations to 50 and was responsible for alcohol, service, and menu strategy as well as delivering targeted financial returns. Ms. Douglass earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in liberal studies from [San Diego State University](/org/san-diego-state-university) in 1994. She completed the Women’s Foodservice Forum Executive Leadership program in 2016 at [Northwestern University](/org/northwestern-university)’s Kellogg School of Management.


Jennifer A. Douglass

Ms. Nikkole Denson-Randolph serves as AMC's Senior Vice President of Content Strategy and Inclusive Programming, overseeing the strategic development, implementation, and promotional planning of AMC’s programming efforts and initiatives to include film, digital, alternative content, and live events. Since joining the company in 2009, Ms. Denson-Randolph has led and orchestrated the launch of AMC Independent, AMC Artisan Films and AMC Theatres On-Demand, positioning AMC as the first theatre circuit in the US to launch a streaming platform. Prior to AMC, she served as the Director of Business Development for Starbucks Coffee Company’s entertainment group, from 2004 to 2009. Ms. Denson-Randolph also previously served as President of Magic Johnson Entertainment and Vice President of [Magic Johnson Enterprises](/org/magic-johnson). She earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of California at Davis. In 1995, she obtained a Doctor of Jurisprudence from The University of San Francisco and has been a member of the California State Bar since 1996.


Nikkole Denson-Randolph

Ms. Debbi Webber, AMC's Senior Vice President, Finance, has served in AMC's finance department of AMC since 2012 where she is responsible for internal management financial reporting for the Chief Financial Officer, the AMC Executive Committee and the Board of Directors. She leads AMC’s worldwide annual budgeting cycle which includes operations in 15 countries across the globe. Expanding her role to include temporary Global Chief Audit Executive in 2019, Ms. Webber also serves on the AMC Investment Committee. Prior to AMC she served as Vice President of Risk Management and Assurance for YRC Worldwide, a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest transportation companies in the world. She also previously served for 15 years with Ernest & Young working with public clients, both domestic and international. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Kansas Society of CPAs and the Institute of Internal Auditors. She received dual degrees in Advertising and Business Administration & Accounting from the [University of Kansas](/org/university-of-kansas).


Debbi Webber

Ms. Kathleen M. Pawlus has served as a director of the Company since December 2014.

Ms. Pawlus, retired partner of Ernst and Young, LLP (‘‘EY’’), served as the Global Assurance Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer from 2012 to 2014. EY’s Assurance practice is the largest of EY’s four service lines and includes its Audit Practice, Fraud, Investigation and Dispute Services Practice, Climate Change and Sustainability Services Practice and its Financial Accounting Advisory Services Practice. Prior to this, from 2006 to 2012, Ms. Pawlus served as EY’s Americas Chief Financial Officer, Global PBFA Function Leader and US Firm Chief Financial Officer responsible for finance, IT operations, treasury, purchasing and facilities. Ms. Pawlus served on EY’s U.S. Executive Board from 2006 to 2012. Ms. Pawlus earned her bachelor of science degree from [Indiana University](/org/indiana-university) and is a Certified Public Accountant. Ms. Pawlus brings to the Board extensive financial, accounting, operational and management experience in various capacities with more than 30 years of experience.

Kathleen M. Pawlus

Carla C. Chavarria, CBP, CCP, PHR, is senior vice president, human resources for AMC Entertainment Inc. (AMC), where she is responsible for all aspects of human resources including recruitment, diversity, training, organizational development, talent development, compensation & benefits, payroll, recognition, and community relations. Chavarria began her AMC career in 1988 as a theatre manager in Philadelphia, and six years later joined the company’s human resources department as a coordinator based in California. By 1997 she had been promoted to human resources manager, and in 1999, she joined AMC’s employment practices division at the company’s headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri as manager. In 2002, Chavarria was named director, employment practices and served in this capacity until being named vice president, recruitment and development in 2005. Her area of responsibility changed again in 2006 to include human resources services and systems. Chavarria serves as co-chair for the AMC Cares Invitational and is a member of the AMC Investment Committee. She is currently a board member for the Quality Hill Playhouse and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kansas City. She was a board member at large for the Kansas City Compensation and Benefits Association in 2008 and a steering committee member of Speaking of Women’s Health for Shawnee Mission Medical Center. She also participates in various national industry-related organizations including the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and WorldatWork. Chavarria earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from The Pennsylvania State University.

Carla C. Chavarria

Mr. Anthony J. Saich has served as a director of the Company since August 2012.

Mr. Saich currently serves as the Director of the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation and Daewoo Professor of International Affairs at [Harvard University](/org/harvard). In his capacity as Ash Center Director, Mr. Saich also serves as the director of the Rajawali Foundation Institute for Asia and the faculty chair of the China Public Policy Program, the Asia Energy Leaders Program and the Leadership Transformation in Indonesia Program. Mr. Saich also serves as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the China Medical Board and International Bridges to Justice and is the U.S. Secretary-General of the China United States Strategic Philanthropy. Mr. Saich sits on the executive committees of the John King Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies and the Asia Center, both at [Harvard University](/org/harvard), and serves as the Harvard representative of the Kennedy Memorial Trust. Mr. Saich holds a bachelor’s degree in politics and geography from the [University of Newcastle](/org/university-of-newcastle), United Kingdom, a master’s degree in politics with special reference to China from the School of Oriental and African Studies, London University, and has a Ph.D. from the Faculty of Letters, University of Leiden, the Netherlands. Mr. Saich has over 35 years of experience in international affairs, and provides valuable international insights to the Company.

Anthony J. Saich

Mr. Howard W. 'Hawk' Koch, Jr. has served as a director of the Company since October 2014.

Mr. Koch is a veteran movie producer and principal at The Koch Company, the former president of the [Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences](/org/academy-of-motion-picture-arts-and-sciences) (‘‘AMPAS’’), and President Emeritus of the [Producers Guild of America](/org/producers-guild-of-america). Mr. Koch currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Motion Picture & Television Fund and the National Film Preservation Foundation. Mr. Koch previously served on the Board of Governors of AMPAS from 2004 to 2013 and the Board of Directors of the [Producers Guild of America](/org/producers-guild-of-america) from 1999 to 2012. Mr. Koch has been intimately involved with the making of over 60 major motion pictures, among them such films as ‘‘Source Code’’, ‘‘Fracture’’, ‘‘Primal Fear’’, ‘‘Marathon Man,’’ ‘‘Chinatown,’’ ‘‘Wayne’s World,’’ ‘‘Peggy Sue Got Married,’’ ‘‘The Idolmaker,’’ ‘‘Heaven Can Wait,’’ ‘‘The Way We Were’’ and ‘‘Rosemary’s Baby.’’ Mr. Koch continues to develop and produce movies. Mr. Koch has over 50 years of experience in the motion picture industry and provides our Board with a unique insight into the production of movies that are exhibited on our screens.

Howard W. Koch

Gary F. Locke has served as a director of the Company since February 2016.

Mr. Locke is currently a trade consultant and owner of Locke Global Strategies, LLC since 2014. Mr. Locke was the first Chinese American to be elected as a U.S. Governor when the voters of Washington elected him in 1996 and re-elected him in 2000. During his administration he strengthened economic ties between China and Washington State. Mr. Locke then served as U.S. Commerce Secretary from 2009-2011, where he led the effort to implement President Obama’s National Export Initiative to double American exports in five years. He then became America’s 10th Ambassador to China, serving from 2011-2014, and during his service he opened markets for made-in-USA goods and services and reduced wait times for visa interviews of Chinese applicants from 100 days to three days. Mr. Locke is a member of the board of directors of Fortinet, Inc. He attended [Yale University](/org/yale-university), graduating with a Bachelor degree in political science and received his law degree from [Boston University](/org/boston-university). Mr. Locke brings to the Board a global and valuable business perspective due to his extensive role in politics and experience as an Ambassador to China.

Gary F. Locke

Ms. Elizabeth Frank has served as Executive Vice President, Worldwide Programming & Chief Content Officer for AMC since July 2012. Between August 2010 and July 2012, Ms. Frank served as Senior Vice President, Strategy and Strategic Partnerships. Prior to joining AMC, Ms. Frank served as Senior Vice President of Global Programs for AmeriCares. Prior to AmeriCares, Ms. Frank served as Vice President of Corporate Strategic Planning for Time Warner Inc. Prior to Time Warner Inc., Ms. Frank was a partner at [McKinsey & Company](/org/mckinsey-company) for nine years. Ms. Frank currently serves on the board of directors of Spirit Realty Capital, Inc. (NYSE:SRC). Ms. Frank holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from [Lehigh University](/org/lehigh-university) and a Masters of Business Administration from [Harvard University](/org/harvard).

Elizabeth Furst Frank

Mr. Aron has served as Chief Executive Officer, President and a director of the Company since January 2016.

From February 2015 to December 2015, Mr. Aron served as Chief Executive Officer of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Since 2006, Mr. Aron has served as Chairman and Chief executive Officer of World Leisure Partners, Inc. a personal consultancy for matters related to travel and tourism, high-end real estate development, and professional sports, that he founded. Mr. Aron served as Chief Executive Officer and Co-Owner of the [Philadelphia 76ers](/org/philadelphia-76ers) from 2011 to 2013, and remains a co-owner currently. From 2006 to 2015, Mr. Aron served as Senior Operating Partner of Apollo Management L.P. Mr. Aron currently serves on the board of directors of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, Ltd. and the [Philadelphia 76ers](/org/philadelphia-76ers). Formerly Mr. Aron served as chief executive officer of [Vail Resorts](/org/vail-resorts) (1996 - 2006) and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, Ltd. (1993 - 1996) and chief marketing officer of [United Airlines](/org/united-airlines) (1990 - 1993) and Hyatt Hotels & Resorts (1987 - 1990). Mr. Aron received a masters of business administration degree with distinction from the [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school) and a bachelor of arts degree cum laude from Harvard College. Mr. Aron brings to the Board significant business and executive leadership experience, including valuable insight into consumer services. He has more than 20 years of experience as a Chief Executive Officer, more than 25 years of experience as a corporate Director, and more than 35 years of consumer-engagement experience.

Adam M. Aron

Mr. Walter Jennings is currently serving as Senior Vice President of Supply Chain. He is responsible for leading all Procurement and Logistics functions at AMC. Mr. Jennings began his career at AMC in March of 2020. Mr. Jennings has more than 25 years of supply chain and procurement expertise having started his career in the automotive industry at [General Motors](/org/general-motors) and then Delphi Corporation. He later led global purchasing functions at [Caterpillar](/org/caterpillar-inc) and MolsonCoors before joining AMC. Mr. Jennings earned a Bachelors in Chemical Engineering from [Youngstown State University](/org/youngstown-state-university).

Walter Jennings

Mr. Chris A. Cox has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of [Parent](/org/parent) since June 2010. Prior thereto Mr. Cox served as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of [Parent](/org/parent) and Holdings since June 2007 and December 2004, respectively. Mr. Cox has served as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of AMCE and American Multi-Cinema, Inc. since May 2002. Prior to May 2002, Mr. Cox served as Vice President and Controller of American Multi-Cinema, Inc. since November 2000. Previously, Mr. Cox served as Director of Corporate Accounting for the Dial Corporation from December 1999 until November 2000. Mr. Cox holds a Bachelor's of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance degree from the [University of Iowa](/org/university-of-iowa).

Chris A. Cox

Eliot Hamlisch is the Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer of [AMC Theatres](/org/amc-theatres).

Eliot Hamlisch

Mr. Ryan D. Wood is AMC's Senior Vice President and Head Film Buyer and oversees Domestic Programming. He has a dual focus on near-term profitability and long-term business building. Mr. Wood began his AMC career in 1997 as a theatre manager in Newport News, Virginia. He continued his progress serving as the General Manager at South Barrington 30 and River East 21 in Chicago from 2004-2006. Mr. Wood joined the company headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri and served as a Director in Programming from 2006-2009. He transitioned to a VP in Programming in 2009 where he focused on several key markets for four years. In 2014, Mr. Wood was promoted to VP Head Film Buyer where he served until his recent promotion. He is a current a member on the board for Will Rogers Motion Picture Foundation. Mr. Wood earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from [Old Dominion University](/org/old-dominion-university).


Ryan D. Wood

Lee E. Wittlinger has served as a Director of AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. since September 17, 2018.

Lee Wittlinger is a Managing Director of [Silver Lake](/org/silver-lake) which he joined in 2007. He currently serves as a director on the boards of [Cast & Crew](/org/cast-crew), [GoDaddy](/org/godaddy), Oak View Group and [WP Engine](/org/wp-engine). He previously served as a director of [Vantage Data Centers](/org/vantage-data-centers) and as a member of [GoDaddy](/org/godaddy)’s audit committee. Prior to [Silver Lake](/org/silver-lake), Mr. Wittlinger worked as an investment banker in the Technology, Media and Telecommunications Group at Goldman, Sachs & Co., where he focused on mergers and acquisitions, and financing transactions in the technology industry. Mr. Wittlinger graduated summa cum laude from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he received a B.S. in Economics, with dual concentrations in Finance and Accounting.

Lee E. Wittlinger

Mr. Kevin M. Connor has served as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of Parent since June 2007. Mr. Connor has served as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of AMCE and American Multi-Cinema, Inc. since April 2003. Prior to April 2003, Mr. Connor served as Senior Vice President, Legal of AMCE and American Multi-Cinema, Inc. beginning November 2002. Prior thereto, Mr. Connor was in private practice in Kansas City, Missouri as a partner with the firm Seigfreid, Bingham, Levy, Selzer and Gee from October 1995. Mr. Connor holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and History from [Vanderbilt University](/org/vanderbilt-university), a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Kansas School of Law and a LLM in Taxation from the University of Missouri—Kansas City.

Kevin M. Connor

Mr. Zeng has served as a director of the Company since February 2016.

Mr. Zeng has been President of Wanda Cinema Line Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of Wanda group. since March 27, 2014, and has served as a member of its Board of Directors since July 30, 2013. Mr. Zeng holds an undergraduate degree and a master’s degree in business administration from Renmin University of China. Mr. Zeng has experience serving in an executive leadership role at a major theatrical exhibition company in China and brings to the Board valuable theatrical exhibition knowledge.


Mao Jun Zeng

Goodman has more than 30 years of finance experience including leading Financial Planning and Analysis as well as Business Development at Home Depot in Atlanta, was an investment banker at [Morgan Stanley](/org/morgan-stanley) in London and worked for Deloitte & Touche in South Africa and New York. He has U.S. public company CFO experience at [Asbury Automotive Group](/org/asbury-automotive-group). In addition to his almost 20 years working in the United States, Goodman has extensive international work experience in Europe, Asia and Africa.

Sean Goodman

Pearson comes to AMC from 20th Century Fox Television, where his most recent position was Executive Vice President, Business Development, Operations and Strategy. Based in AMC’s Los Angeles office, Pearson has already started in his AMC role and reports to Adam Aron, AMC’s CEO and President.

In this newly created role, Pearson leads strategy, business development, alliances and partnerships to advance the global positioning of AMC, the industry’s leading theatrical exhibitor. He also leads the effort to hone AMC’s strategic direction, and among other responsibilities initially concentrating on forging alliances with streaming services that could benefit from partnering with AMC and its vast theatre network in the U.S., Europe and the Middle East.

Pearson brings nearly 20 years of film and TV studio and strategy experience to AMC. In 15 years at 20th Century Fox TV, preceded by five years at [Universal Pictures](/org/universal-pictures), he worked closely with studio management and distribution partners to identify and implement a range of growth initiatives.

Mark Pearson

Ambassador Lader is a Senior Advisor to [Morgan Stanley](/org/morgan-stanley) Institutional Securities, as well as the former U.S. Ambassador to the Court of St. James’s and Chairman of WPP plc (including Ogilvy & Mather, J. Walter Thompson, Young & Rubicam, Grey, Group M, [Kantar](/org/kantar), Hill & Knowlton, and Burson-Marsteller, among other companies in 124 countries).

Ambassador Lader served in President Clinton’s Cabinet and as Administrator of the US Small Business Administration, White House Deputy Chief of Staff, Assistant to the President, and Deputy Director of the Office of Management & Budget. Previously, he was Executive Vice President of Sir James Goldsmith’s US holdings (including America’s then-largest private landholdings) and President of Sea Pines Company (developer/operator of large-scale resort communities), universities in South Carolina and Australia, and Business Executives for National Security.

Also, he is currently a trustee (and Investment Committee Chairman) of [RAND Corporation](/org/rand-corporation) and several foundations, as well as a member of the boards of several privately-held companies, the investment committees of [Morgan Stanley](/org/morgan-stanley)’s Global Infrastructure and Real Estate Funds, and the [Council on Foreign Relations](/org/council-on-foreign-relations). He currently or has previously served on the boards of Lloyds of London, [Marathon Oil](/org/marathon-oil), AES, WPP plc, Songbird (Canary Wharf), and Rusal Corporations, the British Museum, [American Red Cross](/org/american-red-cross), Smithsonian Museum of American History, St. Paul’s Cathedral Foundation, Atlantic Council, and several banks and universities. He is partner emeritus in the Nelson Mullins law firm and the founder and co-host of Renaissance Weekends (non-partisan retreats for innovative leaders bridging traditional divides).

Ambassador Lader’s education includes Duke, Michigan, Oxford and Harvard Law School, and he has been awarded honorary doctorates by 14 universities. An Honorary Fellow of Oxford University’s Pembroke College and London Business School and Honorary Bencher of Middle Temple (British Inns of Court), he was awarded the Benjamin Franklin Medal by The Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures & Commerce for his contributions to trans-Atlantic relations.

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