As Vice President and Executive Producer of Showtime's Digital Media department, Chris oversees production of the network's online, interactive television and wireless initiatives and the development of new business strategies leveraging emerging technologies and shifting consumer behavior. During his tenure at Showtime, Chris has established partnerships with key technology and content providers to create breakthrough entertainment experiences resulting in increased exposure and awareness for the network’s award-winning original programming. Showtime Digital Media holds a reputation as an industry leader and technology innovator and has received numerous industry awards, including three Emmys®. Prior to joining Showtime in 1998, Chris was Executive Technical Director at US Interactive where he led the agency's Technology Solutions department in servicing its roster of blue-chip clients and previously spent seven years at Comedy Central as Director of Online Services. Chris holds degrees from the University of Hartford and Yale University.