Manatt Entertainment Leader Jordan Bromley and Partners Christopher Chatham and Sophia Yen were named to the Los Angeles Times 2024 list of Entertainment Business Visionaries, which recognizes professionals whose work and innovation in the entertainment space continue to drive the industry forward.
In his profile, Bromley was recognized for his various contributions to the industry, including for advising a leading technology investment firm in its majority stake investment in a major music publisher, which helped shape the future of creator services and digital licensing platforms. He was also noted for his advocacy surrounding artists’ rights as well as recent efforts to secure benefits for entertainment workers under the CARES Act during the pandemic and organizing coalitions for police reform.
Chatham’s profile highlighted his role as a leading Hollywood dealmaker and lawyer for celebrity-backed consumer brands. He was recognized for his work representing numerous high-profile stars in complex corporate deals and litigation in addition to facilitating high-income deals and helping clients achieve significant, record-breaking milestones.
Yen was noted as a distinguished dealmaker in her profile. It highlighted her achievements spearheading high-growth initiatives for major production companies and demonstrating her leadership in driving transformative growth across the industry. Further, it acknowledged her numerous recognitions in noteworthy publications, including The Hollywood Reporter’s Power Lawyers and Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report—among other accolades—which reaffirm her status as a leading figure in the entertainment industry.
