What we do

Jon is a visionary leader in the development of immersive entertainment and technology driven entertainment along with using storytelling in new ways to revolutionize branding and social impact. Jon is the CEO of HeadMaze a transformative company partnering with the city of Chicago using immersive entertainment and public art to launch a movement around mental exploration and support while building a next-gen entertainment IP and brand.

With over $200M in funding, Jon has incubated and built dozens of entertainment projects and companies.  He recently created the popular and profitable show Contact, which sold out all 11 nights of its initial LA run with 8,500+ in admissions.

Prior to founding IYE, Jon honed his expertise in the entertainment industry as an agent, in-house entrepreneur, and business affairs and finance executive at United Talent Agency. As their first agent to specialize in immersive experiences, independent animation, and independent IP/franchising, Jon is a true pioneer in the development of emerging business sectors in the entertainment industry.

Jon has partnered with a diverse array of industry-leading companies and clients, including Meow Wolf, The Jim Henson Company, Hasbro, and Thinkwell. His impressive portfolio also includes Fever, Wisdome, Tension, Pier Group, Atlas V, Kjos Group, Vita Motus, Real FX, Grand Artique, Chaotic Good, Chris Nee, 3D Live, Naked, Aaron Axelrod, Symmetry Labs, Vau De Viere, Creep, Nova Han Productions, and many others.

Jon is a graduate of NYU Law and holds a Masters in International Business from the University of Florida. He is a member of the California Bar Association.