Matt Leonard Joins Initial Group After Leaving UTA Communications Executive Role

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Matt Leonard Joins Initial Group and Untitled Entertainment as VP of Corporate Communications

Initial Group and Untitled Entertainment have brought on board Matt Leonard, the former corporate communications manager at UTA, as their new VP of Corporate Communications.

Leonard’s Background and Transition from UTA

During his tenure at UTA, Leonard was responsible for overseeing communications across the agency’s film and TV divisions. His exit comes amid significant leadership changes at UTA, where co-founder and CEO Jeremy Zimmer announced he would step down, paving the way for David Kramer to take over the role.

Leadership Changes at UTA

Additionally, Richard Siklos, partner and chief communications officer at UTA, departed the agency in January 2025. In his new position, Leonard will lead corporate communications for the TPG-backed Initial Group, which specializes in talent management, as well as the actor-centric Untitled Entertainment.

Leonard’s Vision for Corporate Communications

“This is a moment of tremendous growth for Initial Group and Untitled,” Leonard expressed in a statement. “I’m excited to join the team and drive the development of our corporate communications strategy — building impactful relationships with media and brand partners, and showcasing the efforts of our executives, managers, and clients. I look forward to helping narrate our journey — both where we are now and where we’re headed.”

Experience and Strategic Insight

Prior to his role at UTA, Leonard was a senior communications manager at the Sundance Institute. “Matt brings a proven track record in strategic communications that will be vital as we continue to expand,” stated Michel Pratte, CEO of Initial Group.

Recent Acquisitions and Growth Strategy

In 2024, TPG acquired a majority stake in Untitled through Initial Group. Following this, Initial Group, in collaboration with Untitled, acquired the literary-management focused Grandview, effectively merging the two entities under the Untitled brand.

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Persons

Matt Leonard, Jeremy Zimmer, David Kramer, Richard Siklos, Michel Pratte

Company Names

Initial Group, Untitled Entertainment, UTA, Sundance Institute, TPG, Grandview

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