Industry Heavyweight To Help Sports Properties and Rights Holders With Today’s Digital-First Sports Fans
SANTA MONICA, CALIF. – January 17, 2023 – Greenfly, the leader in real-time digital media management software, today announced that sports broadcasting and technology veteran Peter Hutton is joining the company as an advisor and evangelist. In an advisory role, Hutton will support Greenfly’s overall growth strategy and business development efforts around the globe.
Hutton brings over 30 years of experience spanning social media, broadcasting and sports agencies. Most recently, Hutton served as Director of Media Partnerships at Meta, spearheading the company’s sports partnerships. He was responsible for leading the sports strategy worldwide for Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, Meta Quest and Portal.
He has guided media rights-holders through the rapid rise of short-form content, the emergence of new digital forms of storytelling, and the shift in engagement of younger audiences to the voices of individual athletes. Prior to Meta, Hutton’s focus was in the sports broadcasting space. He led some of the biggest broadcasters across Europe, Asia and the Indian subcontinent, including Fox Broadcasting Company, ESPN Star Sports and Eurosport.
“Peter is one of the industry’s great visionaries. His career has continued to define the future of the intersection between sports, technology, and new modes of distribution for decades,” Greenfly CEO Daniel Kirschner said. “He understands the challenges and opportunities rights holders and broadcasters face in this rapidly evolving digital era. The relationships that Peter has built with leaders in the sports and sports media industries are a testament to his expertise in navigating new trends and technologies. He’s an incredible addition to our team.”
Hutton will work closely with Greenfly co-founders Kirschner and Shawn Green, providing growth strategy and facilitating conversations with prospective sports leagues and media customers.
‘I’ve been recommending Greenfly to sports organizations for years,” Hutton said. “I’m thrilled to have the chance to work directly with Daniel, Shawn and the global team to grow this business and deliver digital experiences to fans. Greenfly’s software platform is a must-have for every sports property and right holder – both big and small – to connect with fans, especially younger fans who crave short-form content and connect deeply with the athletes they love.”
About Greenfly
Greenfly, the leader in digital media workflow orchestration, empowers sports and entertainment organizations to automate the continuous flow of short-form digital media from live events to any digital channel. The company’s award-winning software platform and mobile app enable organizations to share digital assets with athletes, partners, sponsors and broadcasters and turn them into social media promoters for rights holders. Founded in 2014, Greenfly is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, with offices across the US and Europe.
