To Kelleher, change and disruption should be embraced, not feared. She cemented AMC Networks’ pioneering reputation with The AMC Collection, a first-of-its-kind brand distribution agreement granting Netflix subscribers access to 15 AMC series. The deal drove interest in those shows’ current and upcoming seasons, and within two days AMC series filled four spots on Netflix’s Top 10. An innovator of content monetization, Kelleher mentors, nurtures and supports women at AMC Networks and in the industry at large.
“A fictional character who would excel in this industry is Dora the Explorer. She is strategic (backpack, backpack), a problem-solver, friendly and just never stops.”
If you could compete in one game or competition series, which would it be and why? I feel like I compete in “The Amazing Race” in my regular life… I would love to see if it translates!
What needs to be done to continue the growth of women’s sports? Having been on the founding team of “Sports Illustrated for Women” and then later the Publisher of “Sports Illustrated,” I would like to see more women come out for women’s sports—as active fans, participants and advocates—it would make a big difference.
What’s a skill you’re currently working on? (work-related or non-work-related) I continue to work on being more present and engaged in whatever I am doing—it looks to be a lifelong learning experience for me.