
Max Howard
Former Disney and Warner Bros executive producer | Led creation of billion-dollar animated films

About
Max Howard produced some of Disney's most iconic animated films during the studio's creative renaissance, including The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. His work on these cultural touchstones helped define a generation's childhood memories while generating billions in box office revenue worldwide.
After his transformative tenure at Disney, Max transitioned to lead Warner Bros animation, bringing his expertise in large-scale storytelling and creative leadership to another major studio. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a unique ability to balance artistic vision with commercial success, overseeing projects that required coordinating hundreds of artists, writers, and technicians while maintaining creative integrity.
Max now shares his decades of experience in creative leadership, offering insights into how teams can collaborate effectively to produce work that resonates across cultures and generations. His perspective spans the entire creative process, from initial concept development through final production, making him uniquely qualified to speak on the intersection of creativity, leadership, and scalable storytelling in entertainment.
What Max Talks About
Creative leadership in high-pressure entertainment environments
Storytelling at scale - managing artistic vision across large teams
Building and leading teams that create cultural touchstones
Navigating the balance between artistic integrity and commercial success
Managing creative projects from concept to billion-dollar box office success
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