#FIRSTLOOK: ACCENT AIGU ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCE NEW LEADERSHIP STRUCTURE

Accent Aigu Entertainment, the production company behind the internationally acclaimed hit series Heated Rivalry, announced today a new leadership structure and several key appointments as it builds on its recent creative and commercial momentum and enters its next phase of growth. Founded by Jacob Tierney and Brendan Brady, Accent Aigu Entertainment is marking a significant milestone in its continued evolution with these appointments.

As part of the company’s new leadership structure, Tierney and Brady, who previously served as Co-Presidents, will continue to guide Accent Aigu Entertainment’s strategic direction and creative vision while assuming the roles of Chief Creative Officer and Executive Producer, and Chief Executive Officer and Executive Producer, respectively.

“Accent Aigu has experienced incredible success over the past year, and we’re excited about where we are headed next,” said Tierney and Brady. “As we continue to grow, it’s important for us to bring in people who not only have deep experience in their fields, but who also understand the kind of company we want to be. Jayme, Craig, Lori, and Liane each bring thoughtful leadership, creative insight, and a shared commitment to storytelling as we continue building a strong foundation for long-term success.”

Appointed to the executive team as President, Jayme Alter Wilson will lead strategy and operations alongside Tierney and Brady. Alter Wilson brings extensive strategic, business, and legal expertise from her role as a Partner in the Media, Entertainment and Sports group at Dentons, where she worked with clients across film, television, music, advertising, and other creative industries. Having advised Accent Aigu Entertainment since its inception, this appointment formalizes Alter Wilson’s longstanding relationship with the company in a new capacity. She will officially assume the role in June 2026.

Craig Merritt has been named Chief Financial Officer, a newly created position in which he will oversee all production and corporate financial activities. Merrit brings decades of management and finance experience with a focus on the entertainment sector, having worked with both large public companies and owner-managed private operations.

Also joining the expanded leadership team is Lori Fischburg as Head of Production and Producer. Fischburg has a wealth of experience as a line producer on a number of high-profile productions, including Heated Rivalry, on which she also serves as a producer. In her new role, she will oversee Accent Aigu’s growing production slate.

Liane Cunje joins as Development Executive and Producer. Cunje has held a wide range of roles across the film and television industry, including managing TIFF’s festival programming and serving as its industry selection programmer. She has also produced a number of independent feature films. She will oversee development across Accent Aigu’s expanding slate while also serving as a producer on Heated Rivalry.

ABOUT ACCENT AIGU ENTERTAINMENT
Founded in 2023 by Jacob Tierney and Brendan Brady, Accent Aigu Entertainment is a next-generation production company focused on developing and producing premium scripted content for global audiences. Jacob and Brendan bring a wealth of experience from the Canadian film and television landscape, along with a strong creative partnership and shared professional ethos that underpin the company’s vision. Accent Aigu’s current slate includes the international hit series Heated Rivalry, which premiered in November 2025, with a second season already in development. Accent Aigu Entertainment is repped by CAA.