Dimitri Fernando

Dimitri Fernando is a seasoned business development executive with extensive experience in the media and entertainment sectors. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Business Development and Strategy at Paramount since January 2021, Dimitri oversees the strategic direction for new media rights. Prior roles include Vice President of Business Development at ViacomCBS and Senior Director at Viacom, where product distribution strategies were developed through new technologies. Dimitri’s career began in finance with positions at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Banc of America Securities, focusing on equity-linked capital markets origination. Academic credentials include an M.B.A. from Columbia Business School and a BA in Economics from The Johns Hopkins University. Additionally, participation in the NAMIC Executive Leadership Development Program further emphasizes a commitment to leadership in the industry.