RWS Global, a leading producer of live experiences, has welcomed Chris Lucarz, who previously worked for NBC Universal as CFO of production & operation, to the position of chief financial officer. He has over two decades of experience in different leadership roles, including vice president, Rockefeller Center Operations to SVP & CFO. With this background, he has been brought in to strengthen the firm’s financial and administration operations, as it continues to expand.
RWS Global’s founder and CEO, Ryan Stana, says: “We are thrilled to welcome Chris Lucarz as our CFO. His extensive experience in production operations and his financial expertise are essential as we continue to expand and innovate in the live entertainment and experiential industry. We are confident that Chris will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategies and contributing to our overall success.”
Supporting RWS Global’s growth and development
During his career, Lucarz has worked for General Electric and NBCUniversal and has overseen live production environments for shows like the Today Show, Saturday Night Live, Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, MSNBC, CNBC and Telemundo. Before that, he held a range of operational finance roles at NBCUniversal, supporting the studios, control rooms and facilities while partnering with the business on strategic investments and innovation.
In his new role with RWS Global, he will be responsible for overseeing all financial and administration aspects of the company, including Finance, HR and Legal. He will collaborate closely with the executive team to develop financial strategies in line with RWS Global’s long-term objectives.
He says: “I am honored to join a company with such a strong reputation for creativity and innovation in the world of live entertainment and experiential design. I look forward to contributing to the company’s financial success and supporting its growth and development.”
Earlier this year, RWS Global announced that it had secured a minority investment from Bluestone Equity Partners, a global private equity provider specialising in sports, media and entertainment.
