Sam Mannetti

Sam Mannetti is a seasoned entertainment executive and producer with over a decade of experience across film and series development, production, and talent representation.

Currently, Sam is a Producer at Turba Studios, where he drives the company’s ambitious slate of film and series projects. Prior to forming Turba Studios, Sam served as Head of Development at Stage 32. Before that, he was a Creative Executive for Disney+ Original Content, where he played a pivotal role in identifying and developing a diverse portfolio of high- quality series, feature films, and short-form content. Collaborating closely with the SVP of Content, Sam worked alongside powerhouse divisions such as The Walt Disney Studios, Walt Disney Television, Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, contributing to some of the platform's most successful and impactful content.

Earlier in his career, Sam was part of William Morris Endeavor (WME) and Endeavor Content, supporting high-level strategic initiatives and working closely with top executives, including CEO Ari Emanuel. His experience at WME refined his insights into talent representation and
the evolving landscape of entertainment.

Sam began his career at AMC Networks in Original Programming, followed by Lionsgate Studios in Motion Picture Development and Production, building a foundation that has since fueled his impactful trajectory in the industry.

Sam earned a Bachelor of Science in Radio, Television, and Film from The University of Texas at Austin, paired with a Business Minor from the McCombs School of Business.