# Kristin Dolan

> Kristin Dolan is the New York-based CEO of AMC Global Media, formerly AMC Networks. She began at Rainbow Media in 1989, became Cablevision’s chief operating officer, and founded television audience measurement company 605 in 2016. Her work connects subscription operations, advertising analytics and entertainment distribution.

- **Role:** Chief Executive Officer at AMC Global Media
- **Organizations:** AMC Global Media, 605 (founder and former CEO; acquired by iSpot in 2023), Cablevision Systems Corporation (former COO), Dolan Family Ventures (co-founder), Sphere Entertainment, NCTA - The Internet & Television Association, The Paley Center for Media, Syndeo Institute at The Cable Center
- **From:** Norristown, Pennsylvania, United States
- **Nationality:** American
- **Education:** Bachelor’s in English; business minor, University at Albany, SUNY, M.S. in Publishing, Pace University, M.A. in English Literature, Long Island University, C.W. Post
- **Known for:** Led Cablevision cable operations with responsibility for more than 10,000 employees., Founded 605, later acquired by iSpot., NCTA Vanguard Award for Distinguished Leadership (2016).

## Career timeline

- **1989** — Began her media career at Rainbow Media, including AMC marketing.
- **2013** — Became President of Optimum Services at Cablevision.
- **2014** — Appointed Cablevision COO in April.
- **2016** — Helped oversee Cablevision sale to Altice; founded 605 and co-founded Dolan Family Ventures.
- **2023** — Became AMC Networks CEO on February 27; iSpot acquired 605 in September.
- **2026** — AMC Networks changed its legal name to AMC Global Media on April 8.

## Achievements

- Led Cablevision cable operations with responsibility for more than 10,000 employees.
- Founded 605, later acquired by iSpot.
- NCTA Vanguard Award for Distinguished Leadership (2016).
- NATPE North Star Award (2026).
- Cable Hall of Fame class of 2026.

## Latest updates

- **2026-10** — AMC announced that the original Walking Dead series would arrive in full on AMC+ on January 7, 2027.
- **2026-07** — AMC announced a Netflix agreement for global co-exclusive streaming of seven Walking Dead series, with $500 million in fees over the applicable five-year licensing periods.
- **2026-04** — AMC Networks became AMC Global Media.
- **2026-02** — Received NATPE’s North Star Award.

## Links

- Website: https://amcglobalmedia.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-dolan

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