AGC worldwide sales leadership has been strengthened with the appointment of Nat McCormick and Diane Ferrandez as Co-Heads of Worldwide Sales and Distribution, effective immediately. The executive appointments place both leaders in charge of the company’s global film sales operations, while Ferrandez will continue overseeing AGC’s expanding television sales business.
Key Takeaways
- AGC appointed Nat McCormick and Diane Ferrandez as Co-Heads of Worldwide Sales and Distribution.
- The leadership appointments took effect immediately.
- Diane Ferrandez will continue leading AGC’s television sales operations.
- Nat McCormick returns to work with AGC CEO Stuart Ford and AGC co-founder Miguel Palos.
- AGC also expanded its sales team with the addition of Jack Pallone and Priya Malhi as Sales Coordinators.
AGC announced the creation of two new executive positions within its international sales organization by appointing Nat McCormick and Diane Ferrandez as Co-Heads of Worldwide Sales and Distribution.
The appointments became effective immediately and establish a shared leadership structure for AGC International, the company’s sales and distribution division.
Under the new arrangement, McCormick and Ferrandez will jointly manage worldwide film sales and distribution activities. Ferrandez will also continue directing AGC’s television sales operations, reflecting the company’s expanded focus on scripted television alongside its film business.
The appointments represent a leadership reorganization within AGC’s international sales operations and place experienced distribution executives at the center of the company’s global licensing efforts.
Who Are Nat McCormick and Diane Ferrandez?
McCormick’s Previous Executive Roles
Nat McCormick joins AGC after serving as President of Worldwide Sales at independent film company Stoic, where he helped launch the business and oversee its international sales activities.
Earlier in his career, McCormick worked at IM Global, where he collaborated with AGC CEO Stuart Ford and AGC co-founder Miguel Palos. During that period, he participated in the international sales of several feature films before later becoming President of Worldwide Sales and Distribution at The Exchange.
His appointment reunites him professionally with Ford and Palos following their previous work together at IM Global. Similar to other recent executive leadership appointments, the move places an experienced industry executive in a key strategic role overseeing global business operations.
Ferrandez’s Film and Television Sales Experience
Diane Ferrandez joined AGC Studios in 2022 as Senior Vice President of Film Sales and Distribution.
Since joining the company, she has managed international sales on multiple film releases while expanding her responsibilities beyond feature films. In 2024, AGC broadened her role to include television sales and co-productions, giving her responsibility for developing the company’s scripted television distribution business.
Her experience spans both film licensing and television distribution, making her role broader than the traditional responsibilities of a film sales executive.
What Responsibilities Will the AGC Worldwide Sales Leadership Team Oversee?
The newly appointed co-heads will jointly oversee worldwide sales and distribution activities for AGC International.
Their responsibilities include managing international licensing and distribution for the company’s film portfolio across global markets.
Ferrandez will retain responsibility for AGC’s television sales business in addition to her shared leadership role. Her expanded duties include overseeing television sales operations and supporting the company’s scripted television distribution strategy.
The leadership structure combines McCormick’s international film sales experience with Ferrandez’s background across both film and television distribution.
According to AGC, the dual leadership arrangement is intended to support the company’s worldwide sales organization while maintaining oversight across multiple content categories.
Why Did AGC Create the New Leadership Structure?
AGC introduced the co-head leadership model as part of its sales and distribution organization.
Chief Executive Officer Stuart Ford stated that McCormick’s return brings senior management experience, international relationships and transaction expertise to AGC International. Ford also said Ferrandez has become an important member of the company’s sales and distribution business, particularly through her work developing AGC’s scripted television distribution strategy.
The executive appointments combine leadership experience from different areas of AGC’s business, with McCormick bringing international film sales management experience and Ferrandez continuing to oversee both film and television sales operations.
The appointments also formalize Ferrandez’s growing role within the organization after her television responsibilities were expanded previously. The shared leadership structure reflects an approach seen in other corporate leadership transitions, where organizations align executive responsibilities with evolving business priorities.
By creating two co-head positions, AGC has established a shared management structure for its worldwide sales and distribution activities rather than appointing a single executive to lead the division.
What Other Changes Were Made to AGC’s Sales Team?
Recent Additions to the Sales Team
Alongside the executive appointments, AGC confirmed two additions to its international sales organization.
Jack Pallone joined the company as a Sales Coordinator based in Los Angeles. Before joining AGC, he worked at WME Independent.
Priya Malhi also joined AGC as a Sales Coordinator and is based in London. Before joining the company, she held roles at Banijay Rights and XYZ Films.
The appointments expand AGC’s sales support team across both the United States and the United Kingdom, complementing the company’s updated executive leadership structure.
Together, the additions provide operational support for AGC’s worldwide sales organization following the appointment of its new co-heads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are AGC’s new Co-Heads of Worldwide Sales and Distribution?
Nat McCormick and Diane Ferrandez have been appointed as Co-Heads of Worldwide Sales and Distribution for AGC, effective immediately.
What responsibilities will Nat McCormick and Diane Ferrandez have?
They will jointly oversee AGC International’s worldwide film sales and distribution operations. Ferrandez will also continue leading the company’s television sales business.
When do the new AGC leadership appointments take effect?
AGC confirmed that both executive appointments took effect immediately upon announcement.
What is Diane Ferrandez’s role in AGC’s television sales business?
In addition to serving as Co-Head of Worldwide Sales and Distribution, Ferrandez continues to oversee AGC’s television sales operations and scripted television distribution activities.
Who else recently joined AGC’s sales team?
AGC added Jack Pallone as a Sales Coordinator in Los Angeles and Priya Malhi as a Sales Coordinator in London.
