Neil Fankhauser

Neil Fankhauser has a solid background in legal and business affairs, with a focus on the media and entertainment industry. Neil currently holds the position of Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Distribution at Tubi since 2021.

Prior to their current role, Fankhauser worked at FOX Sports as the Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs for Fox Sports Regional Networks (RSNs) from 2019 to 2020. In this role, they were part of the executive management team leading the Fox-Disney-Sinclair transition of 21 RSNs while also overseeing distribution growth. Neil demonstrated adaptability by quickly understanding the needs of operators and sales teams.

Before joining FOX Sports, Fankhauser held multiple positions at Fox Networks Group. Neil served as Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs, where they played a key role in entering the OTT space and negotiating broadcast/cable distribution deals across all networks. Neil also managed junior attorneys and paralegals. Additionally, they worked as a Senior Director, Business & Legal Affairs, leveraging their M&A background to support the primary U.S. operating unit of News Corp.

Earlier in their career, Fankhauser served as an Associate at both Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP and DLA Piper. At Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, they worked in the Corporate & Finance Group, assisting corporate clients across industries. At DLA Piper, they started in the Corporate & Securities Group and gained experience in M&A transactions, regulatory filings, and strategic communications.

Overall, Fankhauser has demonstrated their expertise and versatility in the legal and business affairs field, particularly within the media and entertainment industry.

Neil Fankhauser attended Vanderbilt University Law School from 2000 to 2003, earning a J.D. degree in Law. Before that, they studied at Indiana University Bloomington from 1996 to 2000, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with Honors in Finance. In addition to their formal education, Neil is also certified as an Attorney by the State Bar of California, although the specific month and year of certification are not provided.