She started out as a talent executive with Saturday Night Live in 1985 and worked as a casting director for Lorimar Productions before Brandon Tartikoff hired her as an NBC executive in 1987.
President of ABC Entertainment, 1996-1998.
Graduated from Williams College in 1985 with a degree in theater.
Served on the advisory board of Young Storytellers.
Has two children, Wyatt & Sloane, with her partner Padraic (Paddy) Aubrey, an executive chef and restaurant owner.