David M. Zaslav is the chief executive officer and president of Warner Bros. Discovery.
David M. Zaslav is the Chiefchief Executiveexecutive Officerofficer and Presidentpresident of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Zaslav has served as Presidentpresident and Chiefchief Executiveexecutive Officerofficer of the media conglomerate, Warner Bros. Discovery, since January 2007, and as a common stock director since September 2008. Most During his tenure, Zaslav most notably during his tenure, Zaslav oversaw the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery Inc., which was completed in April 2022 and reported at more than $40 billion.
Prior to this position, Zaslav served as Executiveexecutive Vicevice Presidentpresident of NBC, and Presidentpresident of NBC Cable, a division of NBC, from October 1999 to May 2006. During his tenure, Zaslav was responsible for developing and launching CNBC and also played a role in the creation of MSNBC.
Zaslav has received multiple awards and honors for his contributions to the media industry as well as his philanthropic work. Notable examples include:
In 2022, Zaslav was named as one the most influential people of 2022 by Time Magazine. The article commemorating this achievement was authored by Chip and Joanna Gaines, former stars of the HGTV reality television series, Fixer Upper.
Zaslav was born on January 15, 1960 in Brooklyn, New York. Born to a Polish and Ukrainian Jewish family, growing up, Zaslav heard accounts from family members who left Warsaw and Odessa just before World War II. According to Zaslav: “It’s their story — rooted in gratitude for the full lives they had the opportunity to live — that built the foundation of my childhood and that still inspires me to this day [...]."
After graduating from high school, Zaslav enrolled at Cornell University and joined the tennis team. Following his Freshman year, he transferred to Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York, where he earned a B.S. in 1982. Subsequently, Zaslav earned a J.D., with honors, from Boston University in 1985.
In 1987, Zaslav married his his high school sweetheart, Pam (Eisinger). As of 2022, they reside in New York City, where they own multiple homes. In 2011, Zaslav purchased a duplex, located at 115 Central Park West, for $25 million from American comedian, Conan O'Brien. In 2020, the Zaslavs purchased another residence in Beverly Hills, which once was owned by actress Greta Garbo, for $16 million.
In 2022, Zaslav was named as one the most influential people of 2022 by Time Magazine. The article commemorating this achievement was authored by Chip and Joanna Gaines, stars of the HGTV reality television series Fixer Upper.
Zaslav was born on January 15, 1960 in Brooklyn, New York. He was born to a Polish and Ukrainian Jewish family, and growing up, Zaslav heard accounts from family members who left Warsaw and Odessa just before World War II. According to Zaslav: “It’s their story — rooted in gratitude for the full lives they had the opportunity to live — that built the foundation of my childhood and that still inspires me to this day [...]."
The couple have three children, Jordan, Jamie, and Alison. Alison and Jamie graduated from Syracuse University in 2014 and 2016, respectively. Alison (Ali) works as a Congressional Producer at CNN, a media company under the Warner Bros. Discovery umbrella following the merger in 2022. Their son, Jordan, graduated from Duke University in 2012, and works as a General Manager at Axios, a media company based in Washington, D.C.
After graduating from high school, Zaslav enrolled at Cornell University and joined the tennis team. Following his freshman year, he transferred to Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York, where he earned a BS in 1982. Subsequently, Zaslav earned a J.D., with honors, from Boston University in 1985.
In 1987, Zaslav married his high school sweetheart, Pam (Eisinger). As of 2022, they reside in New York City, where they own multiple homes. In 2011, Zaslav purchased a duplex, located at 115 Central Park West, for $25 million from American comedian Conan O'Brien. In 2020, the Zaslavs purchased another residence in Beverly Hills, which was once owned by actress Greta Garbo, for $16 million.
The couple have three children—Jordan, Jamie, and Alison. Alison and Jamie graduated from Syracuse University in 2014 and 2016, respectively. Alison (Ali) works as a congressional producer at CNN, a media company under the Warner Bros. Discovery umbrella, following the merger in 2022. Their son, Jordan, graduated from Duke University in 2012 and works as a general manager at Axios, a media company based in Washington, D.C.
David M. Zaslav currently serves as chief executive officer, president, and a common share director of Warner Bros. Discovery. Over the course of his career, Zaslav has served in a variety of management and legal roles in the media industry.
Zaslav has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of the media conglomerate, Warner Bros. Discovery, since January 2007, and as a common stock director since September 2008.
Zaslav has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of the media conglomerate, Warner Bros. Discovery, since January 2007, and as a common stock director since September 2008. Most notably during his tenure, Zaslav oversaw the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery Inc., which was completed in April 2022 and reported at more than $40 billion.
Prior to joining Discovery, Zaslav served as President, Cable & Domestic Television and New Media Distribution of NBC Universal, Inc., a media and entertainment company, from May 2006 to December 2006.
After graduating from Boston University Law School in 1985, Zaslav began working as an attorney at the firm LeBouf, Lamb, Lieby & MacRae. During this time, he worked on and around matters involving Warner Brothers, the Discovery Channel, and MTV.
Zaslav was born on January 15, 1960 in Brooklyn, New York. Born to a Polish and UkranianUkrainian Jewish family, growing up, Zaslav heard accounts from family members who left WarsawWarsaw and OdessaOdessa just before World War II. According to Zaslav: “It’s their story — rooted in gratitude for the full lives they had the opportunity to live — that built the foundation of my childhood and that still inspires me to this day [....]."
After graduating from high school, Zaslav enrolled at Cornell University and joined the tennis team. Following his Freshman year, he transferred to Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York, where he earned a B.S. in 1982. Subsequently, Zaslav earned and a J.D., with honors, from Boston University in 1985.
In 1987, Zaslav mariedmarried his his wifehigh school sweetheart, Pam (Eisinger). TheyAs of 2022, currentlythey reside in New York City, where they own multiple homes. In 2011, Zaslav purchased a duplex, located at 115 Central Park West, for $25 million from American comedian, Conan O'Brien. In 2020, the Zaslavs purhasedpurchased another residence in Beverly Hills, which once was owned by actress Greta Garbo, for $16 million.
The couple have three children, Jordan, Jamie, and Alison. Alison and Jamie graduated from Syracuse University in 2014 and 2016, respectively. Alison (Ali) works as a Congressional Producer at CNN, a media company under the Warner Bros. Discovery umbrella following the merger in 2022. Their son, Jordan, graduated from Duke University in 2012, and works as a General Manager at Axios, a media company based in Washington, D.C.
In addition to numerous fundraising efforts and other endeavors, Zaslav sits on the board of the following philatrhopicphilanthropic and educational institutions:
Zaslav has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of the media conglomerate, Warner Bros. Discovery, since January 2007, and as a common stock director since September 2008.
Zaslav has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of the media conglomerate, Warner Bros. Discovery, since January 2007, and as a common stock director since September 2008. Most notably during his tenure, Zaslav oversaw the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery Inc., which was completed in April 2022 and reported at more than $40 billion.
Prior to joining Discovery, Zaslav served as President, Cable & Domestic Television and New Media Distribution of NBC Universal, Inc., a media and entertainment company, from May 2006 to December 2006.
Prior to joining Discovery, Zaslav served as President, Cable & Domestic Television and New Media Distribution of NBC Universal, Inc., a media and entertainment company, from May 2006 to December 2006. Prior to this postion, Zaslav served as Executive Vice President of NBC, and President of NBC Cable, a division of NBC, from October 1999 to May 2006. During his tenure, Zaslav was responsible for developing and launching CNBCCNBC and also played a role in the creation of MSNBCMSNBC.
After graduating from Boston University Law SchoolBoston University Law School in 1985, Zaslav began working as an attorney at the firm LeBouf, Lamb, Lieby & MacRae. During this time, he worked on and around matters involving Warner Brothers, the Discovery Channel, and MTV.MTV.
In addition to numerous fundraising efforts and other endeavors, Zaslav sits on the board of the following philatrhopic and educational institutions:
In 2022,
In 2022, Zaslav was named as one the most influential people of 2022 by Time Magazine. The article commemorating this achievement was authored by Chip and Joanna Gaines, former stars of the HGTV reality television series, Fixer Upper.
David M. Zaslav is the Chief Executive Officer and President of Warner Bros. Discovery.
David M. Zaslav currently serves
David M. Zaslav currently serves as chief executive officer, president, and a common share director of Warner Bros. Discovery. Over the course of his career, Zaslav has served in a variety of management and legal roles in the media industry.
Zaslav has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of the media conglomerate, Warner Bros. Discovery, since January 2007, and as a common stock director since September 2008. Most notably during his tenure, Zaslav oversaw the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery Inc., which was completed in April 2022 and reported at more than $40 billion.
Prior to joining Discovery, Zaslav served as President, Cable & Domestic Television and New Media Distribution of NBC Universal, Inc., a media and entertainment company, from May 2006 to December 2006. Prior to this postion, Zaslav served as Executive Vice President of NBC, and President of NBC Cable, a division of NBC, from October 1999 to May 2006. During his tenure, Zaslav was responsible for developing and launching CNBC and also played a role in the creation of MSNBC.
After graduating from Boston University Law School in 1985, Zaslav began working as an attorney at the firm LeBouf, Lamb, Lieby & MacRae. During this time, he worked on and around matters involving Warner Brothers, the Discovery Channel, and MTV.
According to the Warner Bros. Discovery's 2022 annual report (10-K), Zaslav currently serves on the following public boards:
Zaslav has received multiple awards and honors for his contributions to the media industry as well as his philanthropic work. Notable examples include:
Boards
In 2022,
In 1987, Zaslav maried his wife, Pam. They currently reside in New York City, where they own multiple homes. In 2011, Zaslav purchased a duplex located at 115 Central Park West, for $25 million from comedian, Conan O'Brien. In 2020, the Zaslavs purhased another residence in Beverly Hills, which once owned by actress Greta Garbo, for $16 million.
Zaslav was born on January 15, 1960 in Brooklyn, New York. Born to a Polish and Ukranian Jewish family, growing up, Zaslav heard accounts from family members who left Warsaw and Odessa just before World War II. According to Zaslav: “It’s their story — rooted in gratitude for the full lives they had the opportunity to live — that built the foundation of my childhood and that still inspires me to this day [....]"
After graduating from high school, Zaslav enrolled at Cornell University and joined the tennis team. Following his Freshman year, he transferred to Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York, where he earned a B.S. in 1982. Subsequently, Zaslav earned and a J.D., with honors, from Boston University in 1985.
In 1987, Zaslav maried his wife, Pam (Eisinger). They currently reside in New York City, where they own multiple homes. In 2011, Zaslav purchased a duplex located at 115 Central Park West, for $25 million from American comedian, Conan O'Brien. In 2020, the Zaslavs purhased another residence in Beverly Hills, which once was owned by actress Greta Garbo, for $16 million.
The couple have three children, Jordan, Jamie, and Ali.
The couple have three children, Jordan, Jamie, and Alison. Alison and Jamie graduated from Syracuse University in 2014 and 2016, respectively. Alison (Ali) works as a Congressional Producer at CNN, a media company under the Warner Bros Discovery umbrella following the merger in 2022. Their son, Jordan, graduated from Duke University in 2012, and works as a General Manager at Axios, a media company based in Washington, D.C.
David M. Zaslav is the Chief Executive Officer and presidentPresident of Warner Bros. Discovery.
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Zaslav serves on the boards of Sirius XM Radio, Inc., the National Cable & Telecommunications Association, The Cable Center, Grupo Televisa, Partnership for New York City and USC Shoah Foundation. He also is a member of the Board of Trustees for the Paley Center for Media, the Mount Sinai Medical Center, and Syracuse University. Zaslav previously served as an adjunct professor at Fordham University, where he created and taught a graduate-level course on the business of cable television.
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In 1987, Zaslav maried his wife, Pam. They currently reside in New York City, where they own multiple homes. In 2011, Zaslav purchased a duplex located at 115 Central Park West, for $25 million from comedian, Conan O'Brien. In 2020, the Zaslavs purhased another residence in Beverly Hills, which once owned by actress Greta Garbo, for $16 million.
The couple have three children, Jordan, Jamie, and Ali.
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David M. Zaslav is the Chief Executive Officer and president of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Legal Career
NBC Universal
Discovery
Zaslav serves on the boards of Sirius XM Radio, Inc., the National Cable & Telecommunications Association, The Cable Center, Grupo Televisa, Partnership for New York City and USC Shoah Foundation. He also is a member of the Board of Trustees for the Paley Center for Media, the Mount Sinai Medical Center, and Syracuse University. Zaslav previously served as an adjunct professor at Fordham University, where he created and taught a graduate-level course on the business of cable television.
David M. Zaslav is the chief executive officer and president of Warner Bros. Discovery.