United Talent Agency (UTA) has made a significant move by promoting 35 individuals to partner status across 23 different divisions. This strategic expansion, highlighted by diverse departmental promotions, underscores the agency’s commitment to growth and innovation in a fast-paced industry. The newly promoted partners are celebrated for their dedication to championing clients, fostering teamwork, and driving the agency’s initiatives forward.
Expanding Across Divisions
UTA’s latest partner promotions span numerous divisions, reflecting the breadth of the agency’s interests. These include Filmed Entertainment, UTA LIVE—which encompasses Comedy Touring, Music, and Speakers—Creators, Klutch Sports Group, Sports and Brand Insights, Sports Media, Publishing, Technology, Strategy and Corporate Development, The Curtis Brown Group, Corporate Communications, IQ, and Business Affairs. Such diverse promotions signify UTA’s strategy to not only bolster its core strengths but also venture into burgeoning sectors.
A Vision for Future Growth
David Kramer, UTA CEO, praised the 2026 Partner Class for their pivotal roles within the agency. He remarked, “Congratulations to our new partners, whose contributions have been at the center of our momentum—championing clients, building teams, and pushing our business forward in a rapidly evolving industry.” Kramer emphasized that the new partners embody the values that distinguish UTA, such as ambition, integrity, and collaboration. Their promotion is seen not merely as a title change but as recognition of their impact, faithfulness, and commitment to both clients and peers.
Strategic Leadership
As UTA continues to expand and diversify, the role of these new partners is expected to be integral in shaping its future trajectory. Kramer highlighted that partnership comes with the responsibility of steering the agency towards its next phase of growth. The achievements and leadership qualities of the 2026 Partner Class are anticipated to play a critical role in the agency’s evolution, enabling UTA to remain at the forefront of the entertainment industry.
The newly promoted partners include:
- Mahzad Babayan, Creators
- Hanley Baxter, Filmed Entertainment/Talent
- Christian Bernhardt, UTA LIVE/Music
- Alisann Blood, UTA LIVE/Music Brand Partnerships
- Brandi Brammer, UTA LIVE/Music
- Jules De Lattre, UTA LIVE/Music
- Ty Flynn, Creators
- Janelle Francis, Finance, Klutch Sports Group
- Jason Garber, Filmed Entertainment/Production Arts
- Jonny Geller, The Curtis Brown Group
- Abby Glusker, Filmed Entertainment/TV Lit
- Amanda Hymson, Filmed Entertainment/MP Lit
- Greg Iserson, Filmed Entertainment/TV Lit
- Chris Jefferis, Finance
- Justin Kao, IQ
- Daniel Landver, Creators
- Ernie Liu, Technology
- Charlotte Perman, UTA LIVE/Speakers
- Pilar Queen, Publishing
- Caryn Rosoff, Sports and Brand Insights
- Josh Rothstein, Strategy and Corporate Development
- Claudia Russo, Corporate Communications
- Lily Safran, Filmed Entertainment/TV Lit
- Sara Schoch, UTA LIVE/Music Brand Partnerships
- Joe Schwartz, UTA LIVE/Comedy Touring
- Jerry Silbowitz, Sports Media
- Lesley Silverman, Creators
- Stephanie Smith, IQ
- Max Stubblefield, Filmed Entertainment/Unscripted Television
- Pasha Tasvibi, Business Affairs
- Stephen Travierso, Filmed Entertainment/Talent
- Elisa Vazzana, UTA LIVE/Music
- Kevin Volchok, Filmed Entertainment/Talent
- Paul Weis, Technology
- Bjorn Wentlandt, UTA LIVE/Comedy Touring
- James Wright, UTA LIVE/Music
These strategic promotions position United Talent Agency to navigate the complexities of a dynamic entertainment landscape, driving growth and ensuring continued success.
