ABOUT
Heidi Cayn Friedman
Founder & CEO, HCF Strategies
Heidi Cayn Friedman is a force to be reckoned with in the business of entertainment. Friedman’s company, HCF Strategies, was born in 2007 out of years of experience in the Television, Film, Digital, Branding and Social Media industries. Friedman specializes in the areas of Production, Organization and Strategic Business Planning, Domestic and International Consulting, Business Affairs, Finance, Insurance, Product Integration and Budgeting, Scheduling and all forms of Negotiation.
A savvy, well-connected Executive specializing in the conceptualization and implementation of efficient and innovative productions, Friedman is known for delivering the highest quality creative and production value on any budget. An excellent communicator, flexible, out of the box thinker who can shift at a moment’s notice, phenomenal problem solver and hands on multi-tasker who works well both independently and as a team player, Friedman’s reputation precedes her as a creative trendsetter who is honest, fair, fun, loyal, confidential, trustworthy, enjoys a good challenge and likes to get the job done.
Friedman applies her vast knowledge on a daily basis and shares her extensive industry contacts with clients that span the globe, including Viacom, Critical Content, Scott Brother Entertainment, Jesse Collins Entertainment, Zero Point Zero, Marcus Entertainment, Propagate/Electus, IAC/Notional, The Jay and Tony Show, RTR Media, Gannett, Gatehouse Live, Michael Levitt Productions, CBS Television, Time Warner Publishing, ABC Entertainment, FOX, AT&T, Comcast/NBC Universal, All3 Media, Hoff Productions, GK Films and Television and more.
Working across all media genres including game competition, follow doc, talk, variety, music and scripted television, Friedman has shepherded the production of many high profile specials and series including: THE AMERICAN INFLUENCER AWARDS (YouTube), CATFISH (MTV), THE GREAT FOOD TRUCK RACE (Food Network), TOURNAMENT OF LAUGHS (TBS), CHOPPED, CHOPPPED JUNIOR and CHOPPED AFTER HOURS (Food Network/Warner Discovery/Discovery +), QUEER EYE FOR THE STRAIGHT GUY (Bravo), THE HOME EDIT (Netflix), INTERVENTION (A&E), VERY CAVALLARI (E!), LET’S MAKE A DEAL (Fox), SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP (Lifetime), LOVELINE WITH DR. DREW AND ADAM CAROLLA (MTV) and THE MAN SHOW (Comedy Central).
Prior to forming HCF Strategies, Friedman’s prior roles include: Executive Vice President of Production for GRB Entertainment, Executive Vice President of Production & Finance for Scout Productions, and Executive Vice President of Production & Finance for Stone Stanley Entertainment, where Friedman supervised the production of over 30 television series and led the exponential growth of the company from a small alternative television contributor to a major entertainment industry competitor.
A frequent keynote speaker, Friedman enjoys sharing her experiences in the business of entertainment and mentoring future influencers.
Friedman graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Television and Film Production from California State University, Northridge. A benefactor of City Of Hope and a variety of Autism Research charities, in her free time, Friedman enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, playing chess, writing poetry, journaling, and attending music events.
ABOUT
Heidi Cayn Friedman
Founder & CEO, HCF Strategies
Heidi Cayn Friedman is a force to be reckoned with in the business of entertainment. Friedman’s company, HCF Strategies, was born in 2007 out of years of experience in the Television, Film, Digital, Branding and Social Media industries. Friedman specializes in the areas of Production, Organization and Strategic Business Planning, Domestic and International Consulting, Business Affairs, Finance, Insurance, Product Integration and Budgeting, Scheduling and all forms of Negotiation.
A savvy, well-connected Executive specializing in the conceptualization and implementation of efficient and innovative productions, Friedman is known for delivering the highest quality creative and production value on any budget. An excellent communicator, flexible, out of the box thinker who can shift at a moment’s notice, phenomenal problem solver and hands on multi-tasker who works well both independently and as a team player, Friedman’s reputation precedes her as a creative trendsetter who is honest, fair, fun, loyal, confidential, trustworthy, enjoys a good challenge and likes to get the job done.
Friedman applies her vast knowledge on a daily basis and shares her extensive industry contacts with clients that span the globe, including Viacom, Critical Content, Scott Brother Entertainment, Jesse Collins Entertainment, Zero Point Zero, Marcus Entertainment, Propagate/Electus, IAC/Notional, The Jay and Tony Show, RTR Media, Gannett, Gatehouse Live, Michael Levitt Productions, CBS Television, Time Warner Publishing, ABC Entertainment, FOX, AT&T, Comcast/NBC Universal, All3 Media, Hoff Productions, GK Films and Television and more.
Working across all media genres including game competition, follow doc, talk, variety, music and scripted television, Friedman has shepherded the production of many high profile specials and series including: THE AMERICAN INFLUENCER AWARDS (YouTube), CATFISH (MTV), THE GREAT FOOD TRUCK RACE (Food Network), TOURNAMENT OF LAUGHS (TBS), CHOPPED, CHOPPPED JUNIOR and CHOPPED AFTER HOURS (Food Network/Warner Discovery/Discovery +), QUEER EYE FOR THE STRAIGHT GUY (Bravo), THE HOME EDIT (Netflix), INTERVENTION (A&E), VERY CAVALLARI (E!), LET’S MAKE A DEAL (Fox), SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP (Lifetime), LOVELINE WITH DR. DREW AND ADAM CAROLLA (MTV) and THE MAN SHOW (Comedy Central).
Prior to forming HCF Strategies, Friedman’s prior roles include: Executive Vice President of Production for GRB Entertainment, Executive Vice President of Production & Finance for Scout Productions, and Executive Vice President of Production & Finance for Stone Stanley Entertainment, where Friedman supervised the production of over 30 television series and led the exponential growth of the company from a small alternative television contributor to a major entertainment industry competitor.
A frequent keynote speaker, Friedman enjoys sharing her experiences in the business of entertainment and mentoring future influencers.
Friedman graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Television and Film Production from California State University, Northridge. A benefactor of City Of Hope and a variety of Autism Research charities, in her free time, Friedman enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, playing chess, writing poetry, journaling, and attending music events.
SERVICES
HCF Strategies specializes in company business strategy, growth and efficiencies. To that end, we evaluate operational structure, financial, business and production models and suggest how the company can continue to expand while running at its maximum operational capabilities with the goal of potentially increasing its development, production and profitability.
HCF Strategies provides a multitude of appearance opportunities for Heidi Cayn Friedman to present keynotes and speaking engagements, interactive seminars and workshops at a variety of events.
SERVICES
HCF Strategies specializes in company business strategy, growth and efficiencies. To that end, we evaluate operational structure, financial, business and production models and suggest how the company can continue to expand while running at its maximum operational capabilities with the goal of potentially increasing its development, production and profitability.
HCF Strategies provides a multitude of appearance opportunities for Heidi Cayn Friedman to present keynotes and speaking engagements, interactive seminars and workshops at a variety of events.
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