FilmRise promotes two senior sales executives, Melissa Wohl and Daniel Gagliardi

FilmRise elevates two of its senior sales executives leading the sales division, sharpening its resources and focus and signaling major growth for the company. Melissa Wohl moves to EVP, Global Distribution Partnerships and Content Sales and Daniel Gagliardi moves to EVP Global Streaming Distribution and Strategy.

Danny Fisher, CEO of FilmRise states, "I am proud to acknowledge that a significant portion of FilmRise's growth, particularly in the FAST sector, is due to the hard work and commitment of the outstanding individuals in our Sales Division. We are enthusiastic about the upcoming phase of FilmRise's ongoing expansion, both in the domestic and international markets, as we reinforce our position as the leading force in FAST."

In her new role, Melissa Wohl will continue to provide stellar leadership in a competitive marketplace and generate major revenue growth with a sharp focus on global partnerships and content sales. Daniel Gagliardi will oversee FilmRise’s streaming division including licensing of all AVOD and FAST linear rights including its slate of award-winning FAST channels. He will also work closely with management on the company’s ongoing streaming strategy.

Jack Fisher, President and Co-Founder of FilmRise states: “FilmRise has experienced exceptional growth year over year since we launched the company over 10 years ago, making it the leading global streaming company that it is today. With the promotion of these two outstanding industry leaders, we are well positioned for exponential expansion of our global footprint and the continued solidification of our reputation as the leader and innovator in the free streaming TV space.”

Melissa Wohl has been with FilmRise for over 8 years, joining shortly after the company’s inception. Prior to this promotion, she was SVP, Global Content Sales & Distribution at FilmRise. She also serves on the Advisory Board for NATPE Global. Daniel Gagliardi joined FilmRise December 2021 and was most recently VP, Content Sales & Distribution. Both now report directly to CEO Danny Fisher.