Howard Bragman

Howard Bragman stands out as one of America's foremost public relations experts, boasting over 30 years of diverse experience in the field. Renowned for his insights on celebrity controversies, corporate crises, and the nuances of media representation, he has become a familiar face on major television networks, frequently appearing on ABC's *Good Morning America*, as well as providing expert commentary on CNN and MSNBC.

In 2005, Bragman established "Fifteen Minutes," which has quickly risen to become a leading boutique agency in entertainment public relations. His hands-on approach includes strategic planning, building media relationships, crisis management, and cultivating the agency's core values. Before founding "Fifteen Minutes," he launched "BNC," which grew into the world's largest entertainment PR firm before its acquisition by Interpublic Group (IPG) in 2000. Earlier in his career, Bragman served as a Vice President at the prestigious firm Burson-Marsteller.

Beyond his agency accomplishments, he has made significant contributions to academia as an award-winning adjunct professor at the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communications. His literary work includes the bestselling book *Where's My Fifteen Minutes?* published by Penguin/Portfolio in 2008. A passionate advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness, GLBT civil rights, and Jewish causes, Bragman has garnered numerous accolades for his activism. He currently resides in Los Angeles with his husband, a respected horse trainer.