Janet Goldsmith has more than 20 years' experience working in UK and international media. One of the leading proponents of multichannel television in the UK, Janet appears as a regular commentator in newspapers and magazines. She combines strategic business skills with sound creative management and over the past 12 years has specialised in launching and restructuring a number of television networks, both for start-up independent companies and multinational corporations.

From 1998 to 2003 Janet was Managing Director of Universal Studios Networks, responsible for the development and operation of Universal's multichannel business in the UK.

Prior to joining Universal Janet had worked for companies including Carlton Communications, Meridian Broadcasting and Kinnevik.

Originally from the US, Janet has been resident in the UK for more than 20 years, and has extensive knowledge of the television markets in the US, UK and all major European territories.