Michael Erlinger

Michael Erlinger serves as the Head of Business and Legal Affairs at TIME Studios since 2022, following a tenure as Executive Vice President of Business Affairs and Strategic Planning at Embassy Row from 2019 to 2021. With expertise in managing business and legal affairs teams, Michael has overseen significant projects like Watch What Happens Live and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. Previous roles include Senior Vice President for Business and Legal Affairs at both Meredith Corporation and Time Inc., where Michael played a pivotal role in the company’s multimedia transformation. Additionally, experience at GroupM included serving as Global Head of Business Affairs and Chief Compliance Officer for ESP Properties, where Michael was integral in establishing compliance protocols. Michael’s career began at Embassy Row, where initial roles involved negotiating deals and guiding the company through its acquisition by Sony Pictures Television. Michael holds a JD from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a BA in Government from Georgetown University.