Andy Yeatman is Managing Director, Americas at Moonbug Entertainment, a global entertainment company that develops and distributes fun and enriching content for children. Yeatman is one of the most respected and accomplished executives in kids' content, with more than 15 years of experience in the film and television industry. In his current role he oversees all of Moonbug's operations in the US, including creative, production, sales and operations.

Prior to Moonbug, Yeatman founded and led Netflix's Kids' Content department and created the largest slate of original kids' content in the industry. His division was responsible for original productions, co-productions and acquisitions of content for kids ages two through twelve. Under his leadership, the Netflix Kids slate grew from just two originals in 2014 to 40 in 2017. Yeatman also led Netflix's kids and family programming strategy and acquisitions globally, where he acquired content and programming from more than 50 countries and managed original productions in 10 countries. 

Additionally, he negotiated licensing or production deals with every major children's content provider, including Disney, DreamWorks, eOne, Hasbro, LEGO, Mattel, Nickelodeon and Warner Bros. Prior to joining Netflix, Yeatman worked in digital distribution for The Walt Disney Studios where he negotiated deals with digital platforms such as Hulu, iTunes, PlayStation Network and Microsoft Xbox and developed the company's initial business plan for an online, direct-to-consumer movie service.

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