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Steve Mosko

Former Chairman, Sony Pictures Television

Former Chairman of Sony Pictures Television. Advisor, investor, and mentor to media, entertainment, and technology leaders.

Steve Mosko

About Steve

Steve Mosko is a media industry legend who spent decades reshaping the entertainment business. As the former Chairman of Sony Pictures Television, he oversaw some of the most significant content deals and relationships in Hollywood—including the cold call to Mark Burnett that led to the creation of Shark Tank.

Steve's path wasn't straightforward. He was told he wasn't "college material" as a young man, and he channeled that fuel into relentless ambition, persistence, and a deep commitment to authentic relationships. He moved to Hollywood at 37—a massive career risk—and built something extraordinary through sheer determination and people skills.

He believes that the most successful people never truly stop striving; they just shift from proving themselves to others to pushing themselves for personal satisfaction and growth. His philosophy: life is short—be good, be kind, and still be tough.

Key Achievements

Former Chairman of Sony Pictures Television
Cold-called Mark Burnett, leading directly to the creation of Shark Tank
Rebuilt Sony's TV business without traditional entertainment industry background
Moved to Hollywood at 37 and rose to the top of the industry
Advisor, investor, and mentor across media, entertainment, and technology
Known for radical transparency and authentic relationship-building at scale
Full conversation with Steve
Steve Mosko — Zero to Prove episode
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