As Chief Executive Officer, Hilary guides John Gore Studios’ strategic growth and commercial vision, leveraging 35 years of leadership in TV, film, and literary IP. Her record of transforming properties into worldwide phenomena—evidenced by her success as CEO of Agatha Christie Ltd and as co-founder and CEO of International Literary Properties—positions her to drive JGS toward bold new ventures. Through acquisition, deft dealmaking and brand expansion, Hilary will further diversify JGS’s creative portfolio, nurturing cross-platform storytelling and forging strategic partnerships to ensure the studio’s influence continues to grow globally. Previous board roles included MD of Acorn Productions, and Commercial Director for both Chorion and Hat Trick Productions, where she worked across multiple shows, including Have I Got News For You and Father Ted. Hilary has an MA in Law from Cambridge, is an active member of the BAFTA commercial committee, a director on the board of the National Film and Television School and sits as Chair of Mischief Worldwide.
14 January 2025