About Us
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Hello
Who we are
Thoughtful Productions is a passionate team of professors, authors, scientists, artists, business leaders and event producers.
Managed by Steven Schragis and Kevin Brennan, Thoughtful Productions works with hundreds of thought leaders in every field imaginable to find the best people to deliver your message. We partner with the most respected brands to create thoughtful, engaging experiences that help their audiences think, grow and connect.
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People
Leadership Team
Steven Schragis
CEO
Steven Schragis is the co-founder and CEO of Thoughtful Productions. Prior to Thoughtful, Steven founded One Day University, a pioneer in the edutainment space, in 2006. Before that, his career has spanned a variety of roles in education and media. From 2000-2005 he was the National Director of the Learning Annex, and from 1989-2000 Steven was the Founder/CEO and Publisher of Citadel Press, University Books, Birch Lane Press and Lyle Stuart. His companies published nearly 2,000 books including 12 national NY Times bestsellers (two of which reached #1). Steven was Co-Founder and Publishing Director of Spy Magazine, one of the most influential media properties in recent decades, and before that he was also the Marketing Director of the Doral Hotel Corporation.
Kevin Brennan
COO
Kevin Brennan is the co-founder and COO of Thoughtful Productions. Prior to Thoughtful, Kevin was the managing partner at One Day University, a pioneer in the edutainment space, which was acquired by Curiosity Stream in 2021. Before that, his career has spanned a variety of roles in marketing and media. From 2010-2012 he was the Marketing Director of the AT&T AdWorks, which helped AT&T develop and monetize advertising across their O&O platforms. In 2000, Kevin founded a design and marketing agency that helped media and lifestyle brands connect with their audiences.