Akilesh Sridharan

Akilesh Sridharan is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in strategic leadership and operational management across various media and entertainment companies. Currently serving as Co-Founder of Phobia Entertainment and Senior Vice President at Nexon America, Akilesh previously held key roles such as Chief Financial Officer at National Geographic Partners, along with several senior vice president and director positions at Fox Networks Group and Fox International Channels. Academic credentials include an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management and two degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia University. Prior professional experience also includes internships at The Walt Disney Company and E! Entertainment, and a tenure in R&D at Becton Dickinson.