Irantzu Diez-Gamboa

Regional CEO North America | Leadership, Strategic Planning & Rights Management @ GRUP MEDIAPRO

About

I am a transformative executive with over 20 years of international experience driving growth and operational excellence. My career is defined by my ability to act as a strategic partner to ownership and boards, translating complex visions into scalable, high-performing operational realities. Throughout my tenure leading Mediapro North America, I have specialized in managing multi-industry business units, navigating regulated and mission-critical environments, and building cultures of deep accountability. My background is rooted in three core pillars: Maximizing Asset Value: Expert in optimizing RONA (Return on Net Assets) and cash flow through disciplined process design, capital allocation, and continuous improvement. Governance & Accountability: I implement rigorous KPI frameworks and reporting structures that ensure every business unit is aligned with the holding company’s long-term strategic goals. Growth & M&A Strategy: Leveraging a foundational background in M&A and Due Diligence from PwC, I possess a sharp eye for identifying acquisition targets and leading post-merger integrations that capture synergies and accelerate ROI. I am a "Leader of Leaders" who believes in the power of collective leadership, resilience, and ethical governance. My approach combines a hands-on tactical mindset with the strategic foresight required to scale businesses in dynamic, fast-paced global markets. Core Competencies: P&L Management, Global Scalability, Change Management, Compliance, and Business Transformation

Country

United States

City

Miami

Industry

Broadcast Media

Skill

P&L Management, Operational Excellence, Critical Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Team Building, Mentorship, Strategic Vision, Leadership, Team Management, Television, Administración y dirección de empresas, Mergers & Acquisitions, Estrategia empresarial, Liderazgo de equipos, Broadcast, Negociación, Planificación estratégica, Televisión, M&A experience, Persona

Experience

Regional CEO North America | Leadership, Strategic Planning & Rights Management

GRUP MEDIAPRO

2023-4 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area

Portfolio Diversification: Orchestrated the strategic expansion across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, diversifying business units into media rights, infrastructure, and immersive technologies. Capital Allocation & Strategy: Spearheaded high-impact investment initiatives, including the development of South Florida’s largest virtual production facility, optimising CapEx and long-term asset value. Operational Excellence: Standardised cross-border operational frameworks to ensure consistency, accountability, and a high-performance culture across diverse markets.

Country CEO USA

GRUP MEDIAPRO

2015-12 - 2023-3 · 7 yrs 4 mos

Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area

Strategic Turnaround: Led the organisation through a critical leadership transition, restoring stakeholder trust and implementing rigorous financial controls to stabilise U.S. operations. Change Management: Architected the digital transformation of legacy business processes, aligning operational capacity with emerging market demands and streaming trends.

General Manager | Content Production, Strategic Partnerships, Project Management

Globomedia

2005-12 - 2015-11 · 10 yrs

Madrid

As General Manager at Globomedia, the journey was all about transforming ideas into captivating audiovisual experiences. Leading a talented team meant not only overseeing the production of numerous television series and films but also building essential partnerships that propelled our projects forward. Competencies: Content Production, Strategic Partnerships, Project Management

Member Board Of Directors

El Armario de la Tele

2009-6 - 2014-12 · 5 yrs 7 mos

A European online clothing retail store for men and women offering the latest brands and fashions and at the best prices.

Member Board Of Directors

laSexta

2006-3 - 2012-10 · 6 yrs 8 mos

La Sexta is the sixth nationwide broadcast television station in Spain. The channel's programming is generalist, however, there is an emphasis on humor and entertainment. The channel is also known for its large quantity of American and sports programming.

Senior Manager

PwC

1997-9 - 2005-12 · 8 yrs 4 mos

(Madrid y Londres)

M&A & Due Diligence: Led cross-border mergers and acquisitions for multinational clients and Private Equity firms across Europe and LATAM. Financial Modelling: Developed complex financial valuations and growth strategies to facilitate board-level decision-making and maximise transaction value.

Education

Wharton Executive Education

Organizational Leadership

2024 - Present · 2 yrs

Executive Education program focused on leading leaders, organizational design, and growth strategy for senior executives.

Esade

2015 - Present · 11 yrs

Executive Education initiative designed to accelerate women executives’ leadership development, emphasizing governance, strategic decision-making, and board readiness.