Media Clips

GHJ Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff speaks with GHJ Tax Services Expert Dan Li and GHJ Profit Participation Services Expert Tracy Liang to examine two real-world client case studies where specialized industry knowledge and insight supported entertainment leaders in addressing their complex business challenges. The three leaders discuss:Tax complexities of M&A in entertainment, particularly on a global scaleKey tax planning, structuring and international tax considerations of a global transactionThe purpose of valuing a profit participation interestFactors to consider in an entertainment valuationAspects that make valuing entertainment assets different from a traditional business valuationGuidance for entertainment companies considering a merger, acquisition or significant investment and how to maximize valueBest practices for leaders looking to sell or value a profit participation interest Listen to the episode to hear more.

In GHJ’s Media Clips podcast episode, Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff speaks with USC Annenberg's Center for the Digital Future Director Dr. Jeffrey Cole about Jeffrey’s new book that examines why even successful entertainment companies often fail to recognize risks until it is too late.The podcast explores:Common blind spots entertainment executives, consultants and advisors face and why these continue to threaten film and media businessesHow the entertainment industry addresses disruption compared to other sectorsTrends in streaming, AI and consumer behaviors that have permanently impacted film and television  Predictions for future disruption and how the industry can prepareGuidance for studio leaders as they look to lead disruption, not react to itListen to the episode to hear more. Look for Jeffrey’s book, Disrupters at the Gate: When Visionaries, Trailblazers and Two Guys in a Garage Turn the World Upside Down, here.

This episode of GHJ’s Media Clips podcast features Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff and guests:Manatt Entertainment Transactions and Finance Practice Leader Sophia YenTPC Executive Vice President Viviana ZarragoitiaSalem Partners Managing Director Ivar CombrinckThe industry leaders discuss:How the financing and dealmaking landscape has changed, and how this was reflected at the Cannes Film FestivalGuidance for producers and entertainment companies working to get deals doneCurrent trends and predictions for the future of the entertainment industry, from streaming and short-form content to financing

In the latest episode of GHJ’s Media Clips podcast, Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff talks with Akin Partner and Head of Entertainment, Media and Sports Chris Spicer, Bank of America Head of Entertainment Industries Group Randy Hua, and Salem Partners Co-founder and Managing Director Stephen Prough. The group discusses the latest in motion picture and television financing and deal making. The four industry leaders explore: Opportunities and challenges for co-finance partners, investors and production companies How entertainment deals are changing How banks evaluate risk today in the entertainment industry The types of entertainment businesses that attract investment

GHJ’s Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff speaks with: Loyola Marymount University Associate Professor of Finance David Offenberg Professor Emeritus at USC School of Cinematic Arts Jason Squire USC Annenberg's Center for the Digital Future Director Dr. Jeffrey Cole The group of industry experts discuss what has happened thus far in the year that is likely to impact entertainment and media for the remainder of 2026. They also explore new opportunities, such as AI, and discuss pressing challenges, including contraction and job loss in the industry.

In GHJ’s latest episode of the Media Clips podcast, Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff speaks with Elaine about: How her journey from acting to accounting and contingent compensation for film and television shaped her approach to client service  Changes in the film and television industry that influence entertainment businesses and projects today How she helped establish Hacker, Douglas & Company (now part of GHJ) as one of Hollywood’s top profit participation practices 

In GHJ’s latest episode of the Media Clips podcast, Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff invites distinguished guests to discuss opportunities production companies can take advantage of to improve cash flow and cost efficiencies. Ilan is joined by:  O’Melveny & Myers’ Entertainment and Media Industry Group Co-chair Amy Siegel Monarch Private Capital’s Director of Film Finance and Tax Credit Investments Marco Cordova Enspire Media Group’s President Jordan Yospe The group covers: What holders of passive, contingent compensation should know about the value of their profits  Considerations when selling production tax incentives and how to make the most of them How to partially fund production through production integration and what to know about this process Other opportunities to increase liquidity

In this episode of GHJ’s Media Clips podcast, Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff explores how the Profit Participation Services Practice’s culture was built and how it contributes to a stronger client service model and better business outcomes. Ilan is joined by members of GHJ’s Profit Participation Services Practice, including: Principal Alan Perry Manager Heather Clayton Experienced Associate Cristina Gahan In the conversation, the team discusses: Times the team’s culture and ability to serve clients were challenged and how the group overcame these obstacles How learning and mentorship contribute to a successful team culture and bring advantages to the clients team members serve 

GHJ’s Search and Staffing Practice Leader Derrick Coleman and Search and Staffing Entertainment Expert Holly Register cover: How entertainment businesses are rethinking their finance model structures and outsourcing financial leadership roles What film and motion picture companies look for in candidates of finance positions, including experience in digital transformation, AI and other technologies Best practices to maximize companies’ search for finance candidates This episode follows an article on top considerations for entertainment professionals when choosing a search firm.

GHJ’s latest podcast episode with host and Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff explores the current state of the entertainment industry, as well as predictions for what the future of the film and motion picture business ecosystem may hold. Ilan and Ken discuss: What a decline in volume of film and television releases signifies for the industry  How trends in streaming services, including a potential Warner Bros. acquisition, change the business landscape What decreases in subscriptions and waning audience engagement mean for film and television  And more