Executive Chairman & CEO of TKO Group Holdings; Executive Chairman of WME

Beverly Hills, CA, USA
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Ari Emanuel Biography

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.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/15/2025.

Ari Emanuel Videos

Why Ari Emanuel Is Betting Big on UFC and WWE | The Circuit with Emily Chang

Why Ari Emanuel Is Betting Big on UFC and WWE | The Circuit with Emily Chang

Emily Chang meets Endeavor & TKO CEO Ari Emanuel to discuss how he built a multi-billion dollar sports and entertainment empire, with big bets on the...

HOLLYWOOD Executive: Success Was NOT What I Thought It Would Be! | Ari Emanuel

HOLLYWOOD Executive: Success Was NOT What I Thought It Would Be! | Ari Emanuel

Today, I welcome Ariel Emanuel CEO of Endeavor Talent Agency. His high-stake, successful career has taught him a lot about how change is the only...

Ari Emanuel speaks at Abu Dhabi Media Summit 2012 - YouTube

Ari Emanuel speaks at Abu Dhabi Media Summit 2012 - YouTube

In a fireside conversation at the Abu Dhabi Media Summit 2012, with Conor Dignam, Group Editor of Screen International, Ari Emanuel, Co-CEO of WME...

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