Full Breakdown
United Talent Agency Elevates 35 Staffers to Partner Status
3/26/2026, 11:06:57 PM
Overview of Promotions at UTA
United Talent Agency (UTA) has announced the promotion of 35 staff members to partner status, a significant move that spans 23 departments and multiple offices. This initiative is part of UTA's strategy to reflect its core businesses and newer areas as the agency continues to expand and diversify. The promotions were made from an existing group of agents and executives, showcasing the agency's commitment to internal talent development.
Key Figures Behind the Promotions
David Kramer, UTA's CEO, played a pivotal role in announcing these promotions. He emphasized that the newly appointed partners have been instrumental in championing clients, building teams, and supporting UTA's overall business objectives. Kramer stated, “Congratulations to our new partners, whose contributions have been at the center of our momentum... Their achievements exemplify what differentiates UTA: ambition paired with integrity, collaboration at the highest level, and a commitment to always looking ahead.”
Departments and Areas of Focus
The promotions encompass various divisions within UTA, including Filmed Entertainment, UTA LIVE (which includes Comedy Touring, Music, and Speakers), Creators, Klutch Sports Group, Sports and Brand Insights, Sports Media, Publishing, Technology, Strategy and Corporate Development, The Curtis Brown Group, Corporate Communications, IQ, and Business Affairs. This diverse representation highlights UTA's multifaceted approach to talent management and client service.
List of Newly Promoted Partners
The following individuals have been elevated to partner status:
- Mahzad Babayan, Creators
- Hanley Baxter, Filmed Entertainment/Talent
- Christian Bernhardt, UTA LIVE/Music
- Alisann Blood, UTA LIVE/Music Brand Partnerships
- Brandi Brammer, UTA LIVE/Music
- Jules De Lattre, UTA LIVE/Music
- Ty Flynn, Creators
- Janelle Francis, Finance, Klutch Sports Group
- Jason Garber, Filmed Entertainment/Production Arts
- Jonny Geller, The Curtis Brown Group
- Abby Glusker, Filmed Entertainment/TV Lit
- Amanda Hymson, Filmed Entertainment/MP Lit
- Greg Iserson, Filmed Entertainment/TV Lit
- Chris Jefferis, Finance
- Justin Kao, IQ
- Daniel Landver, Creators
- Ernie Liu, Technology
- Charlotte Perman, UTA LIVE/Speakers
- Pilar Queen, Publishing
- Caryn Rosoff, Sports and Brand Insights
- Josh Rothstein, Strategy and Corporate Development
- Claudia Russo, Corporate Communications
- Lily Safran, Filmed Entertainment/TV Lit
- Sara Schoch, UTA LIVE/Music Brand Partnerships
- Joe Schwartz, UTA LIVE/Comedy Touring
- Jerry Silbowitz, Sports Media
- Lesley Silverman, Creators
- Stephanie Smith, IQ
- Max Stubblefield, Filmed Entertainment/Unscripted Television
- Pasha Tasvibi, Business Affairs
- Stephen Travierso, Filmed Entertainment/Talent
- Elisa Vazzana, UTA LIVE/Music
- Kevin Volchok, Filmed Entertainment/Talent
- Paul Weis, Technology
- Bjorn Wentlandt, UTA LIVE/Comedy Touring
- James Wright, UTA LIVE/Music
Conclusion
The elevation of these 35 staffers to partner status at UTA marks a strategic move to harness internal talent and strengthen the agency's position in a rapidly evolving industry. As UTA continues to grow, the contributions of these new partners are expected to play a critical role in shaping the agency's future.
