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Richard Cooperstein

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Founder & Senior Managing Partner, Media Investment Group

Firm
Media Investment Group
Title
Founder & Senior Managing Partner
Role
Managing partner
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Record updated 4 October 2026

About

Richard Cooperstein is a seasoned executive, investor, and strategic advisor with leadership experience spanning global media, technology, venture capital, and private equity. Richard was the original Senior Director and Head of International Business Development & Strategy at Facebook, where he played a leadership role during the company’s global expansion. Earlier, he served as Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President and Head of Equity Ventures for The Walt Disney Company’s Worldwide Television Group, overseeing all finance, sales operations, global strategy, business development, and joint ventures representing several billion dollars in annual revenue.

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Background

Education
He holds a AB in Economics from Harvard College, an MBA from Harvard Business School, and an MPhil in Law from Cambridge University. He also completed studies at the London School of Economics and the Advanced Negotiation & Dispute Resolution Program at Harvard Law School and MIT.Source (opens in a new tab)

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