Calpin has created a financial model at Telemundo that’s enabled the network to expand its unscripted slate and drive innovation. Her leadership was pivotal during the FIFA Women’s World Cup last year when viewership soared to more than 1.5 billion minutes across platforms and she managed over $1 billion in sports rights. And she’s a champion of the women who work alongside her, mentoring aspiring female leaders and maintaining an open-door policy.
“A female athlete I admire is my 14-year-old daughter, Mia. She has played soccer since she was 5 and was recently injured with a concussion from an accident. She is recovering well, but watching her navigate the ups and downs of being an athlete has deepened my respect for her resilience and passion for the game.”
What’s the toughest part about being a leader in the industry? I would have to say the changing business model. As the CFO of Telemundo, navigating a shift in the business models can be particularly challenging as the network’s reliance has always been on linear TV, my challenge comes in helping the leadership team transition to different digital distribution methods, such as streaming and on-demand content. We are successfully adapting to the changing model, and I am positive that by working together as a leadership team, we will find ways to maintain the success of Telemundo for years to come.