David is a seasoned creative content strategist, building multiple billion-dollar kids content franchises, launching and producing series across the globe, and is a recognized DEI leader. Through his company Lightboat Media, David provides advisory and consultant services to companies looking to grow in the global content landscape. David specializes in bridging the gap between content, data, and new platforms, working with clients in the mobile gaming space, creator economy, AR, AI-driven animation studios, and more. Lightboat’s client roster includes 9 Story, Mattel, Southampton Football Club, TutoToons, and Electrify Video Partners. David also serves as an executive producer for content championing LGBTQ+ voices and themes, as well as general kids and entertainment content.

David most recently served as the Chief Content Officer for Moonbug Entertainment, leading its creative and production teams to produce world-class preschool content. David led the expansion of its digital-first properties into premium platforms, serving as Executive Producer on CoComelon Lane and Little Baby Bum Music Time (Netflix), Blippi’s Treehouse and Arpo Robot Babysitter (Amazon Kids+), as well as leading production on 25-plus digital series, scores of albums, and expansion into over 25 languages.

David previously served over 16 years at Disney Channels in multiple programming and content strategy roles, including VP, Kids Programming, Disney Channels Europe and Africa/UK and Ireland, driving the development of the linear and multi-platform/OTT programming strategy. He was responsible for determining the direction of original production and overseeing the development and production slates of originally produced content, acquisitions, and co-productions. David also led the global content rollout of franchises such as High School Musical and Hannah Montana. Prior to Disney, David served in various legal and business affairs and development at Ragdoll (Teletubbies) and Marvel.

David has spearheaded diverse and LGBTQ+ inclusive representation in kids programming. He was named the UK's OUTstanding/FT Top 100 LGBT+ Executive for three years and won the British LGBT Award for Inspirational Leader.

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