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DLT Entertainment expands into Wales

January 13, 2025

DLT Entertainment has announced the establishment of a production office in Wales (DLT Entertainment Wales), further expanding its reach into production with a footprint within the nations and regions. This news follows the recent acquisition of Juniper Productions.

The expansion is marked by the appointment of Paul Islwyn Thomas, a seasoned television executive with over 40 years of experience, as Director of Programmes, Wales. Islwyn Thomas has worked across a diverse range of factual productions for UK and international broadcasters during his tenure at the BBC and within the UK independent sector.

Islwyn Thomas is one of Wales’ most accomplished creative leaders in factual production. Having worked as Executive Producer for broadcasters including BBC1/2/4, S4C, BBC Cymru Wales, Discovery Science US, Smithsonian UK/US, Blue Ant Canada, Channel 5/Paramount UK, and Viacom/CBS US, he has been instrumental in delivering numerous ambitious, multi-award-winning factual projects for global distribution, reaching audiences worldwide. In his new role, he will oversee a slate of new development projects designed to leverage the region’s creative talent and opportunities while serving as the main point of contact for Wales-based productions.

Donald Taffner, Jr., President of DLT Entertainment, commented: “We are thrilled to announce our ambitious expansion into Wales and the appointment of the incredibly talented Paul Islwyn Thomas as Director of Programmes, Wales. This move reflects DLT’s commitment to broadening our creative footprint. Paul’s extensive experience and proven track record puts us in great stead to deliver world-class programming from Wales, contributing to both our regional and international growth.”

Islwyn Thomas added: “I am delighted to join DLT Entertainment and lead this exciting new chapter in Wales. The region is brimming with creative talent and production opportunities, and I look forward to developing a slate of standout programming that showcases Wales on both national and global stages.”

DLT’s portfolio includes production companies such as Vera Productions and Mark Watson’s Impatient Productions, as well as talent management agencies like The Soho Agency and Blue Book Artist Management and Milburn Browning Associates.

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