About Us
Unparalleled Experience.
Award-Winning Leadership
Papa-La-Pub, founded and led by award-winning industry veteran Susan Fairley, is a talent management and production powerhouse specializing in elevating television, film, commercials, and music projects.
We aim to bridge visionary projects with unparalleled talent, ensuring each collaboration amplifies the narrative and emotional depth.
Our unique approach prioritizes the perfect fit, making every artist an indispensable asset.
With Papa-La-Pub, talent management and production excellence transcend traditional boundaries, transforming projects into unforgettable experiences for global audiences.
We would love to hear about your vision and be a part of the creative journey. Get in touch and let’s make magic!
Our Team
Susan Fairley
Founder
National Emmy Award, with Grammy Award-winning nod
Susan Fairley is an acclaimed figure in the entertainment industry, distinguished by a National Emmy Award and Grammy Award recognition.
Her extensive experience is highlighted by her role in leading a team that secured a National Emmy for their Olympic Games coverage, a first for any televised sporting event. Susan’s career has spanned major networks including Fox Sports, ABC Sports, CBS Sports, and ESPN, and she has contributed as a Technical Director/Associate Director for CNN/Headline News.
Susan has extensive experience in live sound for televised network sporting events, including the NFL, PGA, and college basketball. She is also skilled in studio engineering for various bands, artists, and genres. Additionally, she has worked in live sound for concerts, theatre, festival, and television productions.
Her tenure as a communications consultant and public relations lead at Disney-MGM Studios has fine-tuned her ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences and understand the dynamics of public interaction. Susan is known for her innovative approach and unwavering commitment to her profession.
She embodies a core value of genuine care for people, which she views as integral to her professional endeavors. This principle has driven her success in pitching programs at the National Association of Television Programming Executives (NATPE) convention and in launching The Health Channel, a news platform focused on health.
As co-owner of The Light Brigade, Susan has overseen lighting arrangements for top musical acts such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Violent Femmes, Rolling Stones, and Prince. Her leadership has significantly shaped the sports broadcasting and entertainment landscape, making her a pivotal figure in the industry.
Susan founded Papa-La-Pub, a talent management firm with offices in Atlanta, Georgia, and Frankfurt, Germany. The firm prioritizes client advocacy and education in marketing and branding and fosters collaboration and enduring relationships with industry professionals.
Through Papa-La-Pub, Susan continues to influence the evolution of global talent, cementing her status as a visionary in the field.
PJ Fairley
Talent Executive
Co-Founder, Germany
PJ Fairley is renowned for his expertise as both a Talent Manager, Production Executive and performer. With a wealth of experience and a passion for nurturing talent, PJ has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of the entertainment world.
As one of the founding members of Papa-La-Pub’s German location, PJ has been instrumental in establishing the agency’s reputation for excellence. His keen eye for talent, coupled with his unparalleled industry knowledge, has enabled him to cultivate successful careers for numerous artists and performers.
PJ’s multifaceted role encompasses talent development, representation, strategic production planning, and fostering collaborative partnerships. His dynamic approach and unwavering dedication has earned him the trust and respect of clients and colleagues.
With a career marked by innovation and achievement, PJ Fairley continues to be a driving force in the entertainment industry, shaping the future of talent representation and production locally and internationally.
Tony Harris
Production Executive
Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Tony began his career at 19 in radio. Two short years later, Tony found his way to television in Cleveland, Ohio. And at 25, he was co-hosting his first television show.
In a diverse broadcast career, Tony has served as New York-based correspondent for Entertainment Tonight and as an international news anchor for Al Jazeera English in Doha, Qatar.
For six years, Tony anchored CNN Newsroom with Tony Harris where he earned George Foster Peabody Awards for coverage of the British petroleum oil spill and Hurricane Katrina. He also earned an Alfred I. duPont Award for coverage of the Southeast Asia tsunami.
For Discovery ID (ID Channel), he hosted and reported a number of series, limited series and specials, including the 2020 Discovery ID special The Murder of George Floyd; two seasons as host of Discovery ID’s Scene of the Crime w/Tony Harris; the Discovery ID limited series “Hate In America”, and “Behind Closed Door”, Tony’s exploration of domestic violence in America. In 2014, Tony narrated the Discovery Channel documentary “9/11 Rescue Cops.”
In January 2021, he began hosting “The Proof is Out There” on the History Channel.
Mark Farah
Client Consultant
Mark Farah is Papa-La-Pub’s leading client executive, focusing on relationships with production companies and on strategic growth and partnership development.
With 16 years of experience as a Consultant, Mark has a remarkable career dedicated to fostering strategic relationships and driving exponential growth for companies. His expertise is creating lasting partnerships, resulting in consistent improvements and successes. Mark’s unwavering commitment to excellence and integrity shines through in all his endeavors.
Mark’s hallmark skill is his ability to cultivate and strengthen strategic relationships. With a vast network of contacts, he consistently aligns client needs with agency solutions, delivering outstanding results.
Mark’s mantra is putting clients first. His dedication to understanding their goals and challenges has earned him their trust, resulting in numerous referrals and repeat business.
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