Panel Session: The Zen of Searching: From User Experiences of Real-Time Search and Its Implications

Gordon Castle is a visionary executive with expertise in business and technology planning, change strategy, and developing ideas that shape the future of the Media & Entertainment industry.  He is an accomplished technology strategist with proven experience conceiving, planning, and executing large-scale initiatives that have a direct influence on the success of an organization. He has a proven track record generating ground-breaking ideas and facilitating implementation and training efforts to capitalize on emerging technologies and business opportunities.

Previously, he was the senior technology fellow for production at Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. Before that, Castle was senior vice president of CNN Technology, directing the overall management of technical content projects for CNN. Castle was responsible for the analysis, acquisition and implementation of technology that CNN employs for the gathering, production, and distribution of news. During his tenure at CNN, he led initiatives to move CNN to an integrated digital workflow, built one of the largest digital media archives, and implemented low cost field production and acquisition systems.
 

As a Senior Consultant, Gordon helps media and entertainment producers, distributors, and solution providers create sustainable value by employing innovative processes that balance business goals, improve operations, and leverage technology. Client engagements often include strategic planning, large project implementation, and acquisition analysis. His insights and capabilities enable clients to transform and grow their businesses through technology.

Castle is the recipient of numerous awards and honors for Media & Entertainment industry accomplishments, including: