Summary
Michael Nares is a partnerships and business development leader with 12 years of experience building strategic alliances at the intersection of media, technology, and education. Currently VP, Global Partnerships at AEG after leading growth partnerships at Red Bull, he has a track record of future-proofing brands by structuring multi-market deals and pioneering presences in VR/XR, Roblox, shared-viewing networks, and AI-driven formats. He blends storytelling and research with hands-on product and go-to-market execution, having led initiatives that tied beverage distribution to media growth and launched shared viewing in gyms, QSRs, hotels, and venues worldwide. Michael also brings classroom experience teaching computer science and AI to high school students, reflecting a commitment to talent development and translating emerging tech into tangible programs. Based in Los Angeles with a USC Marshall background, he is known for connecting creative culture and emerging platforms to drive new audience engagement and revenue streams.
12 years of coding experience
17 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science - BS Global Marketing, Bachelor of Science - BS Global Marketing at USC Marshall School of Business