Stampede Ventures, helmed by founder and CEO Greg Silverman, has named Jim Meenaghan, a former 15-year executive and partner at UTA, as its Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, Meenaghan will oversee the day-to-day operations of the studio and lead efforts to expand strategic relationships across film and television.
Meenaghan’s extensive experience includes serving as co-head of independent film and head of motion picture business affairs at UTA, where he played a key role in negotiating packaging, financing, and distribution deals for numerous high-profile independent films. With a background spanning over 15 years at UTA, Meenaghan brings invaluable expertise in business affairs operations and client relations to Stampede Ventures.
Commenting on his appointment, Meenaghan expressed enthusiasm about joining Stampede Ventures, citing the company’s commitment to creating high-quality, commercial content and its strong executive team and culture. His appointment comes at a time of considerable growth for Stampede Ventures, which recently announced a partnership with Film AlUla studios and continues to develop important studio infrastructure.
Greg Silverman, founder and CEO of Stampede Ventures, emphasized the significance of Meenaghan’s expertise in guiding the company through its next phase of growth. Silverman highlighted Meenaghan’s reputation as a well-respected industry veteran and expressed confidence in his leadership abilities to further bolster Stampede Ventures’ position in the entertainment industry.
Stampede Ventures, known for its recent releases including Lionsgate’s “Ordinary Angels” and the Emmy-nominated documentary “The Saint of Second Chances,” is currently prepping projects like “Motor City” and “Chasing Red.” With upcoming films such as “Space Cadet,” starring Emma Roberts, on the horizon, Stampede Ventures continues to solidify its presence in the entertainment landscape under Meenaghan’s leadership.
Meenaghan’s appointment underscores Stampede Ventures’ commitment to attracting top-tier talent and fostering a culture of excellence as it pursues its mission of creating compelling and commercially successful content for audiences worldwide.
