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Matthew HeldermanCEO and co-founderHelderman founded Buffalo 8 in 2010 as an undergrad and led the company as CEO in premiering projects at Sundance, SXSW, and Berlin, as well as producing the Netflix film Rodney King directed by Spike Lee and the Joe Berlinger directed Netflix global hit The Jeffrey Dahmer Tapes.
In 2013, Helderman co-founded BondIt Media Capital and led the company as CEO in the deployment of over $500M of capital into 500+ film, tv, live entertainment, and music projects while raising $30M of equity and debt for a partial sale to Accord Financial and expanding the company’s credit facility to $100M from hedge fund Keystone National Group.
In 2017, Helderman co-managed the acquisition of the entertainment payroll firm, ABS Payroll, and today serves as an Executive Director, Partner, and Board Member after having successfully sold a majority of the business to a leading private equity buyer.
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Luke TaylorCOO and co-founderLuke is the co-founder and COO of both BondIt Media Capital and Buffalo 8. Taylor oversees the financing operations and client management of both businesses on a daily basis. Taylor graduated from the University of Southern California with a B.S. in Music Industry and Business.
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Don McGrealCFODonald is the CFO of BondIt Media Capital. McGreal previously held senior finance positions at several media, entertainment, and technology companies including Hulu and Awesomeness. He led finance and treasury teams through significant business expansion as well as multiple corporate transactions and capital raises. McGreal began his career in investment banking with Wells Fargo Securities. He graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the Kelley School of Business.
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Grady CraigSVPAfter a decade of running the company that put him through school, Grady sold his business to join BondIt Media Capital as one of its early employees. He’s since supported $250M+ of aggregate investment into over 250 film, television, and live music touring projects, scaled Buffalo 8’s production services revenue by sevenfold, and oversees interoperations across BondIt’s Family of Companies, including 35-year-old sister company ABS Payroll. Grady specializes in maximizing high-yield opportunities and leveraging key media partnerships to accelerate growth, while his Executive Producing slate contains single-picture, multi-picture, and episodic vehicles for A-list talent. Grady has spoken at events around the world, from the American Film Market to the Cannes Film Festival, and holds dual degrees in Economics and Film Studies, with a concentration in Entrepreneurship, from Boston College. -
Zach LettsOperations & Client Services CoordinatorZach leads marketing and communications for BondIt Media Capital and its family of companies, overseeing brand strategy, content, and corporate messaging. He works closely with Buffalo 8’s EP Services division on strategic initiatives, guides clients to the financing, production, and distribution services best suited to their projects, and directs the company’s internship program. Zach earned a degree in Entrepreneurship with a certificate in Film from Temple University.
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Julie SiragusaBusiness DevelopmentJulie brings a background in specialty finance, M&A advisory, real estate, and entertainment, with expertise in business development and strategic partnerships. She cultivates relationships across the entertainment industry, connecting clients with the financing and production solutions offered by BondIt Media Capital and Buffalo 8. Known for her collaborative approach and strong industry network, Julie is focused on building lasting partnerships that drive successful projects.
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Connor RootPortfolio ServicerConnor supports BondIt’s portfolio management platform, working closely with clients across communications, project execution, and portfolio performance. Drawing on his experience at CIBC, where he served as an Associate Director, Connor brings a disciplined institutional finance approach to portfolio oversight, client service, and investment operations. He holds a B.A. from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.
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Max MurphyFinancial AnalystMax is a Financial Analyst at BondIt, where he plays a crucial role on the deal team. He excels in managing all aspects of deal processes, from origination to closing and beyond. With a strong specialization in financial modeling, risk analysis, underwriting, and automation, Max brings a comprehensive skill set to the team. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Penn State University.
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Peter O'DonnellFinancial AnalystPeter joined in 2024 and is a financial analyst for BondIt Media Capital. He assists the deal team by compiling underwriting info, creating models, and prepping legal documents throughout the negotiation process. He also provides back-end financial support to ensure the company’s financials are up-to-date and accurate. Peter graduated in 2024 from Loyola Marymount University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance.
