I'm a senior media and entertainment executive with 15+ years of leadership across theatrical distribution, content strategy, marketing and production. I've built and led multi-disciplinary teams, shaped high-stakes partnerships with broadcasters, OTT platforms and international studios, and driven growth in dynamic media landscapes. At Adler Entertainment I steered the company's evolution from a theatrical distributor to a multi-vertical entertainment company, launched Writing Box, built a Production Business Unit, and delivered a data-driven slate strategy that strengthened revenue diversification and international competitiveness. I'm passionate about nurturing IP from inception to international markets and mentoring the next generation of media professionals.

Mattia Della Puppa

I'm a senior media and entertainment executive with 15+ years of leadership across theatrical distribution, content strategy, marketing and production. I've built and led multi-disciplinary teams, shaped high-stakes partnerships with broadcasters, OTT platforms and international studios, and driven growth in dynamic media landscapes. At Adler Entertainment I steered the company's evolution from a theatrical distributor to a multi-vertical entertainment company, launched Writing Box, built a Production Business Unit, and delivered a data-driven slate strategy that strengthened revenue diversification and international competitiveness. I'm passionate about nurturing IP from inception to international markets and mentoring the next generation of media professionals.

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I’m a senior media and entertainment executive with 15+ years of leadership across theatrical distribution, content strategy, marketing and production. I’ve built and led multi-disciplinary teams, shaped high-stakes partnerships with broadcasters, OTT platforms and international studios, and driven growth in dynamic media landscapes.

At Adler Entertainment I steered the company’s evolution from a theatrical distributor to a multi-vertical entertainment company, launched Writing Box, built a Production Business Unit, and delivered a data-driven slate strategy that strengthened revenue diversification and international competitiveness. I’m passionate about nurturing IP from inception to international markets and mentoring the next generation of media professionals.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

General Manager at Adler Entertainment
January 1, 2021 - Present
Provide overall leadership for distribution, marketing, acquisitions, commercial strategy and operational performance. Oversee relationships with broadcasters, TV networks, OTT platforms and international studios. Define corporate strategy, annual priorities, revenue plans and long-term business positioning; lead cross-functional alignment across distribution, marketing, operations, acquisitions and finance; negotiate with international producers, sales companies and major U.S. studios; drive governance and performance tracking.
Head of Marketing at Adler Entertainment
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2021
Led marketing strategy and execution from the company’s inception, managing a €3.5M annual budget and campaign ROI optimization; oversaw creative assets and liaised with global studios, producers and home offices; delivered consistent box office results and strengthened market positioning.
Marketing Manager at Officine UBU
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2013
Managed theatrical marketing campaigns for arthouse and specialty films, contributing to growth in market share and visibility.
Lecturer at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (Master MICA)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Lecturer for Master MICA program, sharing expertise in media strategy and production.
Lecturer at Il Sole 24 Ore Business School
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Lecturer on media business topics and strategy.
Mentor at Webseries Lab, RSI Swiss Broadcasting
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Mentor for web series development, providing guidance to creators and teams.
Board Member at Writing Box (Adler Entertainment / 39Films IP Incubator)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Serve on the board, provide strategic direction and governance for IP incubation and international development.

Education

Diploma in Classical Studies at Liceo Classico, Milan
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025
Inside Pictures program at NFTS / Creative Europe
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025
Web Series Lab at Mediaset
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services