Rebirth of the Strongest Tycoon

Just when Xia Yu was a little annoyed, two elites in his list did not reject Korn Ferry's invitation, which gave Xia Yu a glimmer of light.

The two are Barry Diller, the current vice president of Paramount Pictures, and Shirley Lansing, the current vice president of Columbia Pictures.

Barry Diller is definitely a genius in film and television. He first dropped out of the University of Los Angeles on his own initiative, then joined William Morris Agency, and five years later joined ABC as an assistant general manager, where he invented both TV series and TV movies. The enduring broadcast model in the future has caused the number of ABC users to skyrocket.

After that, he entered Paramount Pictures at the age of 32, and served as a vice president at the age of 35, a proper genius.

The work experience in these positions has made Barry Diller an all-rounder proficient in film and television entertainment.

What Xia Yu also knew was that.

If according to the original historical trajectory, Barry Diller would have been dug into 20th Century Fox by Rupert Murdoch four years later, leading its rapid rise and co-founding Fox Broadcasting with Rupert Murdoch company, and in just a few years it has become the fourth largest television network in the United States.

His ability is evident!

In Xia Yu's plan, MGM Studios will definitely not only get involved in the film industry.

Without cable channels, TV networks or broadband channels, and without the backing of media groups, even if MGM Studios has Xia Yu's golden finger, it will not be able to truly form a deterrent. People, as long as the investment fails a few times, MGM Studios may become the tail of the crane again.

Therefore, MGM will definitely be built into a comprehensive film and television media and entertainment group in the future. It is best to build a TV network as soon as possible against the 20th Century Fox of later generations.

Moreover, the six major Hollywood giants in the future are all integrated film and television media and entertainment giants. It can be said that this road is the only way.

As the saying goes, step by step, step by step!

Now that he knows this, Xia Yu will definitely let MGM go down this road ahead of time.

If Barry Diller is poached to become the chairman of MGM Studios, the future of MGM Studios can be expected!

As for Shirley Lansing, although she is a woman, she cannot be underestimated.

This strong woman is one of the most successful women in Hollywood in the future. Although she is still serving as the vice president of Columbus Graduate Film Industry Company, according to the historical trajectory, she will go to 20th Century Fox as the general manager, becoming the first in Hollywood history. A woman who leads eight major film groups.

Later, the annual "Hollywood Women's Rights List" specially established the "Shirley Lansing Leadership Award" named after her, which is enough to prove her leadership skills.

Although Shirley Lansing is still at the Columbus Graduate Film Industry Company, she should be leaving soon. Since she has accepted the invitation to hunt for hunting, there is a high probability that Xia Yu will take her down.

The same is true for Barry Diller, as long as Xia Yu flickers well, he has a good chance of winning him.

In Xia Yu's plan in a short period of time, Barry Diller will serve as the chairman of MGM Films, become the helm of MGM, and build MGM into a media empire.

And Shirley Lansing is the CEO, responsible for implementing Barry Diller's plans.

After the decision, Xia Yu immediately asked Korn Ferry to inform the two of them.

Xia Yu first met Barry Diller in the reception room of Polaris Capital.

Barry Diller, who is only 38 years old, is also wearing a straight suit and neatly combed back this big winter. He looks full of energy, and a mature and stable temperament radiates from the inside out. A closer look, his sharp eyes showed his vigorous spirit.

Mature, prudent, shrewd and capable, yet still has the courage to fight and fight, at first glance he looks like a person who can do great things.

"Mr. Diller, it's nice to meet you, I'm the chairman of Polaris Capital, Xia Yu!"

Xia Yu extended his hand to him with a smile on his face and introduced himself first.

Although Barry Diller knew some information about Polaris Capital Company and some information about Xia Yu, he was still shocked when he suddenly saw Xia Yu's young face.

But fortunately, he is also a person who has seen the world, his heart is strong enough, his expression is calm and calm, he shook hands with Xia Yu, and said calmly: "Mr. Xia, it is my honor to meet you, and the operation of Polaris Capital is shocked. All of Hollywood!"

"It's not worth mentioning, it's just a small gesture!"

Xia Yu smiled and made a gesture of invitation: "Mr. Diller, let's sit down and talk."

"What do you want?"

“Just a cup of black coffee!”

...

After a few simple greetings, the atmosphere of the conversation gradually builds up.

After the employee brought the brewed coffee, Xia Yu planned to get down to business.

He didn't beat around the bush, and went straight to the point: "Mr. Diller, I've seen your resume. Although you haven't fully managed a company, your ability is beyond doubt. I think you have the ability to bring MGM to the top again. And make new history."

"I want you to be chairman of MGM!"

"I wonder if you want to be the Lion King?"

Chairman and not CEO?

Rao was prepared before Barry Diller came, but the position that Xia Yu threw out completely exceeded his expectations.

He was originally going to apply for the CEO position. He went from being the vice president of Paramount Pictures to becoming the CEO of one of Hollywood's Big Eight. No, he was one of the Big Seven. It was definitely a key promotion and would completely open up his career plan. ceiling.

But he didn't expect Xia Yu to be so optimistic about him, which surprised him somewhat.

The chairman of a company is the person with the highest power, and the second is the executive president. Generally, the chairman of the board is the owner or the largest shareholder of the company, who is in charge of the company's development direction.

The CEO mainly makes suggestions to the chairman, which are then discussed and approved by the board of directors, and then implemented by the CEO.

Of course, there are also some companies where the chairman is also the CEO.

Who wants to be the second-in-command CEO who is constrained by others who can be the chairman with the most authority?

Although Barry Diller was intentional, he was not an impulsive person. Instead, he asked cautiously, "Mr. Xia, can I know why you chose me as chairman?"

Xia Yu smiled, did not answer his question, but said to himself: "Mr. Diller, I know you are not doing well at Paramount Pictures, Martin Davis is looking at In the oil field, the acquisition of Paramount Pictures was not able to fully tap the value, and it was unwilling to make more attempts, and rejected your proposal for Paramount to build a TV network, thinking it was too risky."

"Obviously, he doesn't believe in your ability."

"But in my opinion, the future development space of pure film production companies is too small, and the ability to resist risks is also poor. Often several consecutive medium-sized films or a large-scale film investment fails, which will severely damage the film company. , and even lead to bankruptcy.”

"That's why the ranking of Hollywood's Big Eight is so volatile."

"But Warner Bros. Communications has embarked on this path of diversification, not just relying on media companies, but getting involved in person."

"Maybe because Warner Bros. Communications just executed the plan, the effect is not too obvious, but I think this is the best way forward."

Speaking of which, Xia Yu stopped and took a sip of coffee to moisten his throat, and found that Barry Diller was listening carefully, and the twinkling eyes showed his inner restlessness.

Xia Yu smiled slightly and said again:

"In my plan, MGM must build its own TV network in the future and become a comprehensive film and television media and entertainment group."

"And you've worked at ABC and even had huge innovations that changed the landscape of television, and you're a genius in the field."

"Plus you have a work experience in film production and distribution, and you've achieved very good results."

"I think you have the potential in this area, all you lack is a platform big enough to display your talent!"

Xia Yu's remarks completely spoke to Barry Diller's heart, which coincided with his vision for the future of Hollywood giants.

He made many suggestions to Martin Davis, owner of Gulf Western Industries, the parent company of Paramount Pictures, but it was rejected, which left him at one point.

That's why in a few years he'll be easily poached by Rupert Murdoch, who just started building the Fox network.

Although his depression has not reached its peak yet, it is not without.

Now the boss Xia Yu, who has only seen him once, is so optimistic about him.

Comparing the two, the judgment is high and low.

Furthermore, although Polaris Capital is very young, the information collected from the bright side is enough to show that it is a powerful financial giant.

With the backing of such a wealthy financial giant, the basic conditions for MGM to grow into a media empire are already in place.

Moreover, the boss has the same views as him, and he doesn't have to worry about focusing his energy on wrangling with the boss, and can fully realize his vision.

That being the case, he had nothing to hesitate.

Looking at the smiling Xia Yu, he changed his mind and said, "Boss, thank you for your approval, I am willing to accept your invitation!"

Xia Yu showed a satisfied smile, and Nao Yu said: "Barry, are you not afraid that I will not be satisfied with the treatment I gave you?"

Barry Diller wisely smiled and asked: "The boss, will you treat me badly?"

Xia Yu laughed and said bluntly, "Of course not, your salary is 20% higher than that of Paramount President Mike Eisner!"

His salary at Paramount Pictures is about the eighth floor of President Mike Eisner's. Now, according to the words of the boss Xia Yu, his salary has increased by 50%.

The position of the chairman is higher than that of the executive president, and this salary is completely in line with the company's salary system.

Apart from being grateful, he had nothing to say, and he didn't know what to do.

So Barry Diller bowed gratefully and said, "Thank you boss!"

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