Welby Chen joins Whip Media as the Chief Executive Officer, bringing over two decades of extensive leadership experience in the intersection of entertainment and technology. Prior to joining Whip Media, Welby served as the Chief Operating Officer at Adventr, where he spearheaded major growth initiatives and drove groundbreaking innovation. His career includes pivotal roles at JW Player, Microsoft, and Nokia, and he was a founding member of VEVO, showcasing his ability to scale companies to global prominence.

Welby is recognized for his strategic vision and hands-on approach in guiding technology-driven transformations. His expertise encompasses enhancing product development processes, optimizing operational efficiencies, and leading organizations through periods of significant change and growth.

Pili Rose is a seasoned finance executive with a diverse background that encompasses private equity, investment banking, and corporate finance, and she has a proven track record of driving financial success and strategic growth. Currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Whip Media since March 2024, Rose brings a wealth of expertise to the role.

Prior to joining Whip Media, Rose held the position of CFO at Invisible Narratives, a direct-to-consumer content and commerce platform based in Los Angeles. There, she led fundraising efforts, optimized corporate structures, and oversaw all aspects of finance, accounting, and treasury operations.

With a strong foundation in finance and corporate development and roots in private equity and investment banking, Rose has held leadership roles at prominent companies such as Whalerock Industries and Coda Automotive & Energy. Her contributions to these organizations include leading fundraising efforts, orchestrating mergers and acquisitions, and driving long-term strategic initiatives.

Rose holds an MBA from INSEAD and ESADE Business School and is fluent in English and Spanish. With a global perspective and a passion for innovation, she continues to play a pivotal role in driving Whip Media's financial success and strategic growth.

Paul has been at the intersection of media and technology for over 25 years, working with start-ups and large media companies, leading new strategic initiatives and defining new operational models. Paul has a strong track-record of building strategic partnerships, leading digital transformations and delivering sustained value.

Paul leads CVM functions at Whip Media, including Delivery, Client Services, Operations and Technology.

Paul served as Chief Client Officer of Mediamorph for 10 years. Prior to that, Paul led all digital strategy initiatives at Scholastic Inc. Prior to that, Paul led all global digital supply chain initiatives for EMI Music. Paul was also an Executive at Accenture in the Media and Entertainment practice working with major broadcasters, studios and operators. Paul also held Business Development roles at Sony Music, managing early-stage digital distribution and marketing partnership.

Chase Cabanillas is a forward-thinking Chief Technology Officer and accomplished software executive with extensive experience in guiding product and engineering teams across B2B and B2C sectors in retail and M&E. His expertise lies in strategic planning, innovation, and execution. He leads a talented team in delivering innovative and AI-driven solutions that empower entertainment professionals to harness data for development, licensing, programming and marketing of beloved TV shows and movies.

Cabanillas has more than 20 years of experience leading large technology organizations and most recently served as Principal at Irreverent Digital, a boutique firm engaging in bespoke, hands-on digital projects. Prior to joining Irreverent Digital, he served in multiple technology leadership roles, including COO at Tresata, an AI software company; CIO at Flex Technology Group, a leader in managed technology services; and Director of Digital Innovation for The Kroger Co.

As a transformational leader in the industry, Jerry Inman directs all aspects of global marketing for Whip Media supporting the company's exponential growth plans. He applies his extensive B2B/B2C marketing expertise across brand development, advertising, retail experience, entertainment, and digital marketing. A strategic marketing professional with 20+ years of experience in international marketing and a proven track record of success, he delivers brand efficacy, go-to-market execution and drives deep customer and consumer connections.

Jerry is also a well published and sought-out speaker for his innovative and motivational approach to marketing and research for the next generation of connected consumers.

Previously, Inman served as Chief Marketing Officer at Demand Worldwide, a boutique retail consultancy. Prior to that, he served as Senior Vice President of Global Marketing at Stylesight, a leading cloud-based trend platform, and proved to be instrumental in its sale to Ascential/WGSN.

Jerry sits on multiple boards in the technology sector.

Rochelle has 20+ years’ experience in the media and entertainment industry driving operational efficiencies and enabling sales to focus on revenue growth. Deep strategic expertise in sales operations, including GTM strategy and planning, forecast and pipeline management, Salesforce CRM implementation, end-to-end sales compensation including quota and territory planning, as well as sales enablement and training.

Rochelle leads the sales operations team for Whip Media. She partners with the sales and account teams to create sales process efficiency that provides them more time to engage with customers.

Previously Rochelle led global sales operations at Deluxe Entertainment. Prior to Deluxe she spent over 20 years at Nielsen and Arbitron leading client training and sales operations teams.

Saj brings more than two decades of experience leading large global client, sales, and account management teams within the entertainment industry. Saj is defining the enterprise sales and go-to-market strategy, and leads the expansion of the global account management team for Whip Media. He brings excitement for being a part of a company that is changing the way, and the why, content is being bought and sold globally.

He previously served as Senior Vice President Global Account Management of Deluxe Entertainment Services Group, where he led the enterprise sales strategy for the company, with a focus on driving revenue growth and implementing technology driven solutions for Deluxe's largest studio and OTT clients. He played an integral role in converting Deluxe's global physical film business to become a global leader in the digital supply chain across major studios and OTT platforms.

Joanna Wise is a distinguished Human Resources professional with a proven track record of success in both entertainment and sports. As the company's Senior Vice President of People, Wise oversees Whip Media's global efforts to attract and develop an innovative and customer-focused team.

Joanna joined Whip Media from EPIX, where she served as the VP of Human Resources for more than three years. Before EPIX, Wise was the Director of Human Resources at MLB Advanced Media, and prior to that, served as the Director of Human Resources at Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia. Wise earned her MBA in Human Resources Management from Pace University and is also an alumna of SUNY Albany. She also received her professional coaching certification from New York University.