Leadership

Our Leadership

Encompass’ global leadership is comprised of the industry’s best-in-class executives, bringing vast expertise from all aspects of media distribution and management. As a global company working synergistically, we create the opportunity for the collective success of our company and our customers. We are 100% committed to deliver and sustain unparalleled performance which our customers have come to expect and appreciate. It is with that reputation that media companies around the world have come to trust us with their most precious asset: their content.

We must earn this trust every day by being a reliable and forward-thinking partner; a partner that understands that the experience of our customers defines our success.

Bill Tillson

EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN

Bill Tillson is a 40-year veteran of the television industry.

Bill is the co-founder of Encompass and its Executive Chairman. Under Bill’s leadership, Encompass has completed five acquisitions. Bill also serves on the Encompass board.

Prior to Encompass, Bill was the founder and CEO of Broadcast Cable Services, Inc. (BCS) which provided consulting services to Tier One media companies related to the origination and transmission of television networks and media distribution on a global basis. BCS clients included the ABC Television Network, Disney ABC Cable Networks, Twentieth Century Fox, Viacom and Sony Pictures Television. Prior to founding BCS, Bill was a senior executive at Compact Video overseeing all network origination and transmission, post production, telecine and sound services.

Marc Bruce

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Marc Bruce has over two decades of experience in the broadcast media industry. The first decade was spent in various operational and project roles before moving into the commercial side of the business in 2010. Over the following eight years, Marc was central to the transformation of the Encompass EMEA business via the on-boarding of multiple new regional and international clients in both the linear and digital space.

In 2018, Marc took on the role of Managing Director, APAC, relocating from London to Singapore in the process. After a successful 4 year period managing the APAC business Marc returned to London in 2022 to take on an expanded role overseeing both the Encompass APAC and EMEA businesses.

Marc has an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film and Theatre from London Metropolitan University.

John Brohel

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

John Brohel serves as Encompass CFO, bringing decades of expertise in global financial leadership to oversee all aspects of finance and accounting while advancing company growth through strategic investment evaluation.

John’s extensive experience includes roles as CFO at Locality and EVP of Finance at AMC Network, where he led international financial operations and executed numerous M&A transactions. At AMCN, he demonstrated exceptional oversight in fostering expansion and navigating complexities within the global entertainment industry.

Previously, as CFO at Leftfield Entertainment and during his tenure at HiT Entertainment, John managed rapid strategic growth and led successful company sales, including the sale of beloved properties like Thomas the Tank Engine and Bob the Builder to Matel. His track record showcases consistent success in driving value and guiding organizations through transformative mergers and acquisitions.

Jim Ewaskiew

CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER

Jim Ewaskiew, Encompass’ CIO, is responsible for information technology spanning applications, data, cybersecurity and infrastructure globally. He brings over 20 years of diverse technology experience to the organization.

Jim joined Encompass in 2019, where he served as Vice President in the CTO office. Throughout his career, Jim has held senior roles within the media technology industry, including IBM, Akamai and Warner Media.

Jim holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from Kennesaw State University.

Luke Wheeler

CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER

Luke Wheeler, Encompass’ CTO, is responsible for defining and executing Encompass’ global technology strategy. He brings a wealth of industry experience covering multiple verticals from content production through to distribution.

In 2014, Luke joined Encompass where he led the solutions architecture group for nearly a decade. He also launched a wide array of services for customers through the leadership of regional project and engineering teams. Prior to Encompass, Luke held various architectural and engineering roles at organisations, including Paramount and the BBC.

Luke has a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Technology & Audio System Design from the University of Derby.

Juan Salleras

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER, ENCOMPASS LATIN AMERICA

Juan Salleras, based in Buenos Aires, oversees the facility’s operations including content management, channel playout, satellite & fiber transmission services and non-linear video distribution.

Juan joined Encompass through its acquisition of TIBA where he served as Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing since 2003. Before joining TIBA, Juan worked for Diveo Broadband Networks as Vice President and General Manager of its Internet Data Center Business Unit. Juan has also held various positions at IBM Corporation including Head of Hardware and Systems Software Sales for the South Cone Region.

Juan earned his engineering degree from Buenos Aires University of Argentina.

Scott Rose

CHIEF PRODUCT OFFICER

Scott Rose, Encompass CPO, defines and delivers the global product strategy for the company. With over 25 years industry experience, Scott has managed the growth of international media facilities, delivered digital networks and launched hundreds of broadcast products and services, driving cloud adoption within the company.

Scott joined Encompass through the Babcock Media acquisition where he served as director of technology. Prior to Babcock, he was director of product management for playout at Grass Valley and held senior positions at Miranda Technologies, Arqiva and Kingston Communications.

As a qualified pragmatic marketing professional, Scott is an active supporter of industry groups and a regular speaker/participant at events, forums and roundtables.

Laura Veale

CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER

Laura Veale, Chief People Officer, leads global HR strategy and operations across Encompass. With over 20 years of human resources experience, she brings deep industry expertise to her role. Laura fosters a performance-driven culture that emphasizes employee development and recognition.

Laura joined Ascent Media in 2007, before its acquisition by Encompass and returned as HR Director, EMEA in 2016. In this capacity, she played a pivotal role in integrating international employees following the acquisitions of MTG and Babcock Media.

During her tenure at Encompass, Laura demonstrated her commitment to the company’s global growth by expanding her leadership responsibilities to include the APAC region. This strategic move significantly strengthened the company’s HR framework and processes.