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Ryan Kavanaugh

CATEGORY: Thinkers

COMPANY: Relativity Media

INDUSTRY: Entertainment

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

He’s the founder and CEO of Relativity Media, starting the company in 2004. The company is known for financing and distributing some of the most popular projects in Hollywood and last year announced a groundbreaking partnership with Netflix that has since allowed subscribers exclusive access to the company’s films only months after their DVD release dates.

Kirk Kerkorian

CATEGORY: Billionaires

COMPANY: Tracinda Corporation/MGM

INDUSTRY: Real Estate

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

With only a high school diploma, Kerkorian is arguably one of the greatest business visionaries in the world. After serving as a fighter pilot in WWII he went on to buy and sell hotels, an airline and MGM studios three times through his private holding company, Tracinda Corporation. Tracinda, named after his two daughters Tracy and Linda, has been quite successful over the years with former shares in large companies such as General Motors and the Ford Motor Company. Kerkorian is widely known for shaping the Las Vegas we know today.

Arnold and Anne Kopelson

CATEGORY: Power Couples

COMPANY: Kopelson Entertainment

INDUSTRY: Film

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

Along with starting a successful film production company, Arnold has served on the Executive Committee of the Producers Branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.  This husband-and-wife business team boasts producing credits that read like a “Best Of Twentieth Century” film list. They are responsible for Hollywood hits like Platoon, The Fugitive, Outbreak, Seven and The Devil’s Advocate.

Jeffrey Katzenberg

CATEGORY: Entertainers

COMPANY: DreamWorks Animation SKG

INDUSTRY: Television

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

As the CEO of DreamWorks Animation, Katzenberg has been said to have “the hand of God” when it comes to his knack for animation. Prior to DreamWorks, he served as studio chairman for The Walt Disney Company. He’s responsible for producing some of the highest grossing animated films of all time, including Shrek, Madagascar, How to Train Your Dragon and Megamind.

John Lasseter

CATEGORY: Thinkers

COMPANY:  Pixar and Walt Disney Studios

INDUSTRY: Film

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

As the two-time Academy Award-winning animator and Chief Creative Officer for Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, Lasseter is one of the most important men in Hollywood these days. He is also the principal creative advisor at Walt Disney Imagineering where he works with a team developing ideas for Disney theme park attractions. Lasseter was honored with a Special Achievement Oscar in 1995 for his leadership of the Toy Story team. In 2004, he was honored by the Art Directors Guild with its prestigious “Outstanding Contribution to Cinematic Imagery” award. He has also received an honorary degree from the American Film Institute.

Tim Leiweke

CATEGORY: Thinkers

COMPANY: AEG

INDUSTRY: Entertainment

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

Hailed as one of the most influential men in sports, the CEO of Anschutz Entertainment Group was responsible for bringing David Beckham to the Los Angeles Galaxy, and the $2.5 billion L.A. Live entertainment complex to the heart of downtown Los Angeles.

Harvey Levin

CATEGORY: Thinkers

COMPANY: TMZ

INDUSTRY: Entertainment

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

He’s the creator and managing editor of TMZ.com, one of the most famous celebrity news and gossip sites on the Internet and one of the most-cited entertainment news sources. Levin also produces and hosts the popular show, TMZ on TV, which features paparazzi videos from the day’s footage.

Eva Longoria

CATEGORY: Entertainment

COMPANY: ABC

INDUSTRY: Entertainment

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

Her beautiful face and figure have graced the covers of fashion magazines like Vogue and Marie Claire, and she has even appeared in our very own Haute Living. She’s best known as Gabrielle Solis on the hit TV show Desperate Housewives and in 2006 received a Golden Globe nomination for this haute role. She has received other prestigious honors such as an award from the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute for her philanthropy and work within the Latino community.

Richard Lovett

CATEGORY: Thinkers

COMPANY: Creative Artists Agency

INDUSTRY: Entertainment

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

As president of CAA, Lovett is responsible for adding a sports division to the company as well as earning it a reputation as one of the best talent agencies in the world. Lovett himself represents some of Hollywood’s top earning talents including Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts and Steven Spielberg.

Maloof Family

CATEGORY:  Entrepreneurs

COMPANY: Sacramento Kings, Maloof Music, Maloof Productions, Maloof Motion Pictures, Maloof Money Cup, The Palms Casino

INDUSTRY: Sports, Entertainment, Hospitality

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE: The five children of the late George J. Maloof Sr;  Adrienne Maloof-Nassif, Phil Maloof, Joe Maloof, Gavin Maloof and George J. Maloof, Jr. are influential tastemakers across luxury markets. They are the creators of The Palms Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas and owners of NBA and WNBA franchises in Sacramento. The Maloof entertainment companies boast several film, television, and music ventures and The Maloof Money Cup is a rapidly expanding skateboarding showcase. The Maloof family members are regular popular culture fixtures—appearing in music videos, making television cameos and on reality television.

Nobu Matsuhisa

CATEGORY: Entrepreneurs

COMPANY: Matsuhisa and Nobu Restaurants

INDUSTRY: Hospitality/Chef

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

The celebrity chef and restaurateur is known for his Japanese fusion cuisine that is the genius behind the Nobu and Matsuhisa restaurants, both of which have international locations. The Matsuhisa restaurants are strictly family owned while the Nobu locations are split between Nobu, Drew Nieporent, Robert De Niro, Meir Teper and managing partner Richie Notar. All of Nobu’s restaurants are considered at the top of the culinary pyramid and with his unique blending of Asian and South American ingredients, it’s not hard to see why. This international chef has lived everywhere from Peru to Alaska, no doubt picking up culinary tricks along the way.

Dr. Gary Michelson

CATEGORY: Billionaires

COMPANY: Found Animals Foundation

INDUSTRY: Medicine

WHAT MAKES THEM HAUTE:

He single-handedly revolutionized orthopedic medicine. Dr. Michelson found his fortune by licensing tools that are often integral to the completion of complicated back surgery. Michelson believes in active philanthropy, rather than just throwing his money at a cause. He uses his fortune and skills to make a difference and is currently working with the Found Animals Foundation on a solution to the large number of unwanted pets in the U.S.