Peter Csathy

Peter Csathy is a renowned expert and business force in the worlds of entertainment, media, AI and tech. He has negotiated over 4 Billion dollars of deals, served as CEO of several pioneering companies with successful exits, and acted as a senior executive and dealmaker at major Hollywood studios. Peter has authored several critically acclaimed books, written as an expert columnist for Forbes and TheWrap, is a frequent expert speaker at major events, and hosts the popular music podcast "The Story Behind the Song."

Peter is Chairman of Creative Media and advises entertainment and AI companies. He also serves as CEO of Deep Cuts Media, where he represents iconic artists in music catalog transactions. Peter is a graduate of Harvard Law School and began his career as an entertainment attorney representing artists ranging from Madonna to ground-breaking rap group N.W.A.

Most of all, Peter is a proud husband, father, brother, son-in-law, and dog owner. He lives with his wife, Luisa, in Southern California. On any given weekend, you can find Peter and his family at a major musical festival, outside pop-up DJ experience, Sprinter van road trip – or simply chilling and walking their dogs Cooper and Zeppy on one of San Diego’s beautiful beaches. And on any given weekday, you can find Peter at his desk, absorbed in inspiring music and his latest deal and creative endeavor.

In praise of Peter’s previous book "Fearless Media":

“A must-read … brilliant and compelling” – VARIETY

“Compelling, entertaining” – LOS ANGELES TIMES

“An invaluable guide to the new media universe” - FORBES

“Lively and informative. A great guide to the ‘tech-tonic’ shifts to come” – DEADLINE

“Approachable and enlightening” – THE MOTLEY FOOL

“Peter is one of the smartest guys in new media” – USA TODAY