Steven Spielberg Takes Over As CEO Of Amblin Partners

LOS ANGELES, CA - Steven Spielberg's Amblin Partners announced Tuesday that the Academy Award-winning director will assume the title of CEO from Michael Wright, who is stepping down from that role to become an executive producer of two of the company's upcoming films.

During his tenure as CEO, Wright oversaw such titles as "The Girl on the Train" and "A Dog's Purpose," as well as the development of the recently announced "The House with the Clock in its Walls."

The company develops and produces films under the Amblin Entertainment, DreamWorks Pictures and Participant Media banners, and includes Amblin Television.

"I have always enjoyed working with Michael and the unique creative collaboration we've shared going back to his days at Turner Broadcasting," Spielberg said. "I am very pleased to continue our relationship and that he is joining our upcoming projects, `The Talisman' and `The Wand,' as an executive producer. I also want to express my gratitude to Michael for helping us launch our company and creating a strong foundation to build on in the future."

Jeff Small remains president and Co-CEO, and with Spielberg, who remains chairman, will oversee the company's operations.

Holly Bario, president of Production, will continue to be responsible for the company's film development and production. Darryl Frank and Justin Falvey, co-presidents of Amblin Television, continue in their posts with responsibility for the company's television development and production.

-CNS; By Gage Skidmore, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia

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