Neon Boss Tom Quinn Isn’t A Fan Of Industry Consolidation: “How Would You Feel If A24 & Neon Merged? That Would Be Ridiculous”
Tom Quinn, co-founder and CEO of indie distributor Neon, expressed his disapproval of industry consolidation during a recent conference. He emphasized the challenges of working within major studios, citing excessive bureaucracy and decision-making delays. Quinn also highlighted the negative impact of reduced competition and the rise of algorithm-driven entertainment.
- ▪Tom Quinn criticized the potential merger of major studios, comparing it to a hypothetical merger between A24 and Neon.
- ▪He described the corporate environment as filled with politicking and layers of management that hinder decision-making.
- ▪Quinn believes that the lack of competition in the industry is detrimental and expressed his desire to avoid algorithm-driven entertainment.
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Neon boss Tom Quinn on the red carpet at the Golden Globes Jason Armond/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images “I wouldn’t survive a day in that environment” That’s indie distributor Neon’s co-founder and CEO Tom Quinn‘s take on working within a major studio, let alone two combined. In his first public appearance since taking home Neon’s seventh Cannes Palme d’Or, this time for Fjord, last week, Quinn was asked at the Produced By Conference his thoughts on the mega Paramount-Warner Bros merger ahead and how that would impact Neon. This year’s Produced By is being held on the Universal lot. “The idea of putting two of those (companies) together — how you would you feel like if A24 and Neon merged? That would be ridiculous,” he exclaimed.
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