Chief Historian/SVP, Corporate Outreach
A+E Networks

What does a desk with pedals, migraine glasses and a reusable, earthquake-resistant shelter have in common? They’re all ambitious business ventures supported by AETN’s smart new Project Startup, launched earlier this year by O’Connell. It’s a unique spin on content, inspired by the in-vogue crowd-funding movement. “Original content is key for programmers across platforms,” says O’Connell. “Don’t just follow the horde—get creative, take risks and own what you produce.”

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