SUSANNE MEI
SAYBROOK CONSULTING
New York ,NY
1
Certification
25
years of professional experience
I have spent the last 25 years working in the media industry in NYC at major brands including Time Inc, Showtime and CBS News. I have held leadership roles over the last 10 years that included overseeing budgets, hiring and managing large staffs and setting strategy in a rapidly changing media landscape. I recently decided to go back to school to work in the veterinary field, something I have always been interested in, and look forward to bringing the skills I have developed in my "first career" to my work as a Vet Tech.
Work History
Consultant
3 Years 8 Months- Advise large content/media organizations on best practices in digital marketing, social media optimization, and content strategy. Clients include Kargo, Swerve Sports, LA Clippers, Wall Street Journal, and Sports Illustrated.
Externship
2 MonthsWorked as part of a team of Vet Techs in a fast paced, high volume practice. Gained experience in dentals, x-rays and preventative care for small animals.
Senior Vice President
4 Years- Senior executive that managed a 300 person organization including digital reporters, producers and technical staff.
General Manager, PeopleTV
4 Years- Secured funding from the Time Inc. board to launch a new business unit.
- Oversaw the launch of PeopleTV Streaming Network.
- Held full P&L responsibility, led distribution, product and content teams.
VP Digital Strategy & Business Development
5 Years- Launched and ran the SundanceNOW OTT service, managed P&L and ongoing product roadmap.
VP, Digital Media, Smithsonian Channel
7 Years- Managed SmithsonianChannel.com and including all social media platforms
Education
A.A.S. - Veterinary Technology
MBA - Finance & Media majors
BS - International Relations and Economics
Skills
Fear Free Shelter Certification
September 2025
Maddie’s Fund: How to Speak Cat; Cleaning & Disinfection in Foster Homes
Certification
- Paws Crossed Animal Rescue, Elmsford, NY - Volunteer
- Little Wanderers, New York, NY - Volunteer, Foster, Trapping cats in NYC
- Extensive experience handling / riding horses of all ages
Education
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Timeline
Externship
Central Animal Hospital
05.2026 - 07.2026Read More
Consultant
SAYBROOK CONSULTING
12.2022 - CurrentRead More
Senior Vice President
CBS NEWS
12.2018 - 12.2022Read More
General Manager, PeopleTV
TIME INC.
12.2014 - 12.2018Read More
VP Digital Strategy & Business Development
AMC NETWORKS, IFC FILMS
12.2009 - 12.2014Read More
VP, Digital Media, Smithsonian Channel
SHOWTIME NETWORKS
12.2001 - 12.2008Read More
Tufts University
BS from International Relations and Economics
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NYU, Stern School of Business
MBA from Finance & Media majors
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SUNY Westchester Community College
A.A.S. from Veterinary Technology
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