The Team.
NINETY ONE IS LED BY A TEAM OF EMMY-NOMINATED FILMMAKERS.
Bud Tody
Executive Producer
Bud Tody is the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Executive Producer of The Lion Entertainment Partners, where he leads the creation, execution, and delivery of compelling, impactful content for audiences worldwide.
Known for his ability to merge visionary storytelling with strategic partnerships, Bud has built a career guiding projects from concept to completion—always with an eye toward creative excellence and measurable impact.
With extensive experience across sports, entertainment, and media, Bud has collaborated with some of the world’s most recognized brands and production partners. Before founding The Lion Entertainment Partners, he held senior leadership roles at NBCUniversal, Olympics, Red Bull Racing Series, CBS, Golf Channel and MTV Networks where he oversaw high-profile projects and national initiatives that elevated both audience engagement and partner value.
At The Lion Entertainment Partners, Bud oversees a diverse slate of long-form and short-form projects—scripted and unscripted—working closely with creative teams, talent, and distribution partners to bring bold ideas to market. His leadership ensures each project not only resonates with viewers but also aligns with the strategic goals of stakeholders and collaborators.
Kerri Tabasky
Executive Producer
Kerri Tabasky is Head of Development and Executive Producer at The Lion Entertainment Partners, where she shapes documentary, scripted, and unscripted projects from story creation to distribution.
She has developed content for production companies including Shatner Universe and National Lampoon, and previously served as Producer and Chief Operating Officer at The Boston Podcast Network.
Her career began behind the scenes at The GRAMMY Awards, CBS Television, and CBS Radio, before moving into development and producing across film, television, live events, podcasting, and philanthropic initiatives. In addition, she managed public relations and speaking engagements for George Foreman III.
Kerri brings a personal and creative commitment to projects that illuminate mental health, celebrate diverse abilities, and champion authentic inclusion. She’s deeply involved in every phase of production—from the first spark of an idea to the final cut—building strong collaborations, shaping original concepts, and ensuring each project connects with audiences and partners alike.
She lives outside Boston with her husband, their three daughters—including one with Down syndrome—and two dogs, Rizzo and Rocky.
Marc Levy
Director / Producer / Editor / Cinematographer
Marc Levy is an Emmy-nominated director, cinematographer, editor, and producer, and the co-founder of The Marcs Studios. Born and raised in New Orleans, Marc earned his MFA in Cinematography from Chapman University in California. He spent over a decade working in Los Angeles, before settling with his family in North Carolina.
Marc has directed and shot documentaries, commercials, and feature films around the world. His work has screened at Cannes, earned Emmy nominations, and streamed on platforms including Netflix, Amazon Prime, Facebook Watch, ESPN, NFL Network, and YouTube.
He is passionate about human-driven content that explores issues like mental health, social justice, and identity—particularly as they intersect with sports, music, art, and culture.
Marc Salomon
Director/Producer/Editor
Marc Salomon is an Emmy-nominated director, producer, and co-founder of The Marcs Studios, a documentary production company known for telling deeply human stories across sports, culture, and identity.
Marc’s work spans international sports documentaries, commercial campaigns, and cinematic nonfiction series. His storytelling is rooted in authenticity and empathy, and he is drawn to stories that explore belonging, transformation, and personal triumph.