Kerstin Emhoff

Kerstin Emhoff is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of PRETTYBIRD and Ventureland, a creative studio and idea accelerator, developing entertainment properties, advertising campaigns, and original IP alongside filmmakers, studios, and brands. Recognized for her successful and enduring relationships with top agencies, clients, artists, and managers, Emhoff has built PRETTYBIRD into one of the world’s most prestigious production companies in branded storytelling. Some of PRETTYBIRD’s esteemed honors include multiple Cannes Grand Prix, D&ADs, Clios, AICPs, MTV’s Video of the Year, Grammy, and Emmy awards — and notably, being named Ad Age’s Production Company of year – twice – in 2015 and 2021.

As CEO of Ventureland, Emhoff has overseen the launches of the BAFTA-nominated documentary The Rescue, the Roku-acquired comedy series Kirby Jenner, multiple podcasts in association with Audible and Dear Media, and groundbreaking branded entertainment work for Ford x Rocket League, Victoria’s Secret, KitchenAid, and more.
In addition to her award-winning commercial production work, Emhoff is also committed to diversifying the industry on a global scale through Pipelines, an app designed to address and combat the disconnect between underrepresented talent and the entertainment, creative, and tech industries in a meaningful and effective way. Emhoff, together with PRETTYBIRD President Ali Brown, was also named a finalist for Creativity’s Diversity & Inclusion Champions of the Year for 2021.