Innovating in Entertainment: UTA President David Kramer's Blueprint for Thriving Amid Industry Disruption

The Forbes Books Podcast with Joe Pardavila

In this episode, Joe sits down with David Kramer, President of the leading global talent, entertainment, sports, and advisory company, United Talent Agency (UTA). David shares his remarkable journey from starting in the UTA mailroom in 1992 to rising through the ranks to become President, offering inspiring insights on perseverance, hard work, and never losing sight of your ambitions. David provides a fascinating inside look at the dramatic evolution of the entertainment industry over the past 30 years that he has witnessed firsthand, from the rise of streaming to the blurring of lines between different verticals like film, TV, publishing, podcasting, and more. He discusses the key to longevity and continuous growth in any career: being innovative, entrepreneurial, and embracing change rather than being set in your ways. David shares his strategies for representing top talent and advising clients to maximize opportunities in today's rapidly shifting media landscape. He also weighs in on the streaming wars, industry consolidation, the importance of great intellectual property, and his outlook on the future of entertainment. It's an inspiring conversation filled with wisdom for anyone seeking career longevity and success in any field.