Meet Ed Stansfield

Fractional CFO specializing in media and entertainment financial strategy. With over 20 years of experience, I help startups and creative businesses navigate complex financial challenges and unlock sustainable growth.

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Ed Stansfield - Entertainment CFO

20+ Years Experience

Two decades of experience working with startups and established SMBs. Fundraising experience from seed to late stage private equity

Industry Leader

Recognized expert in entertainment financial strategy. Founder of 2 media startups and CFO of a Lionsgate affiliated pay TV network

Trusted Advisor

Long-term partnerships with industry leaders. Currently advising a production company and an OTT content distributor

Proven Results

Track record of driving sustainable growth and profitability. Have sold 2 startups and raised over $30M in capital

Deep Entertainment Industry Roots

My journey in media finance began over two decades ago, when I founded my own AVOD startup. Raising money first from friends and family, then angel investors and VCs and eventually exiting through a sale, I learned firsthand the best strategies for fundraising and when to sell.

What sets startup and media finance apart is level of upfront investment and the interplay of content and asset creation. Traditional CFO approaches often fall short in our industry – that's why specialized expertise matters.

Today, I work exclusively with startup and media companies as a fractional CFO, providing the strategic financial leadership typically available only to large corporations. Whether you're scaling a post-production studio, planning an exit, or navigating film tax incentives, I bring the deep industry knowledge and proven frameworks you need to succeed.

Specialized Expertise

Deep knowledge across all aspects of entertainment industry finance, from production economics to distribution strategies.

Production and Post-Production Finance
Entertainment Industry Tax Incentives
Content Financing and Distribution
Streaming Platform Economics
Creative Industry Business Models
Entertainment M&A and Valuations
Georgia Film Tax Credit Program
Multi-State Production Incentives

My Approach

"Financial clarity isn't just about numbers – it's about empowering creative professionals to make informed decisions that protect and grow their businesses. I believe every entertainment company deserves access to strategic financial expertise, regardless of size."

Ed Stansfield

Fractional CFO, Entertainment Industry

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Let's discuss how my entertainment industry expertise can help drive your business forward.