Ari Emanuel

Ari Emanuel, who is the Executive Chairman of both Endeavor and TKO Group Holdings and the CEO of TKO, has a remarkable record of leadership and innovative decision-making in the entertainment and media industry. His role as a founding partner of the Endeavor Talent Agency led to a notable merger with the William Morris Agency in 2009. Since 2007, Emanuel has been lending his expertise to the board of directors for Live Nation Entertainment. His influence in Hollywood has not gone unnoticed, with his name appearing on Fortune's Businessperson of the Year list.

Under Emanuel's leadership, Endeavor became the first Hollywood agency to go public in 2021. In 2025, Emanuel launched MARI, a new holding company for the Frieze art organization, global tennis tournaments, and other assets once under Endeavor. In addition to his business accomplishments, Emanuel is known for his political engagement. He has hosted fundraisers for the Democratic Party and has been active in various public advocacy issues.

Apart from his corporate roles, Emanuel has shown commitment to philanthropy. His service on the board of trustees for P.S. Arts and contribution to the establishment of MOCAtv for the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles underscore his dedication to the arts. Emanuel's diverse portfolio extends to managing entities like WWE and Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, indicating his extensive influence in various facets of entertainment and sports management.