Karen Nichols is a seasoned executive with a wealth of experience in digital planning, global distribution, and operations. She has worked for renowned companies like Disney, Lucas, Marvel, Pixar and FOX, and has overseen the servicing and planning of their current and library studio features, ABC network, and Disney ABC cable networks TV content materials for linear and digital clients. Nichols has also managed more than 60 digital clients, including major players like Apple iTunes, Google, Netflix, Vudu, Microsoft, Amazon, Sony and Hulu.

Throughout her career, Nichols has honed her skills in complex problem solving, change management, leadership, communication, negotiations, supply chain management, studio/vendor expertise, diverse industry knowledge, digital file standards, strategic planning, cost savings initiatives, and localization expertise. She has also managed teams of over 50 people, increasing measured client relations satisfaction by 33% over three years, and measured customer satisfaction by 23% over five years. Furthermore, Nichols has helped improve and execute both strategic and fiscal plans for Distribution Services, resulting in significant annual cost savings.

Nichols studied Bachelor’s of Arts in Radio, Television, and Film at California State University-Northridge. She is currently working as Digital Account Management in Disney Media Entertainment Distribution, where she collaborates with sales, product planning, marketing, new technology departments, and distribution partners to ensure all standards are followed, and content is accurately displayed for all available windows. Additionally, Nichols onboarded 4K technology and the Entertainment Merchants Association (EMA) file standard.