DLT has a portfolio of production companies and talent agencies

DLT Entertainment is expanding its production reach with the opening of a new office in Wales, headed by veteran executive Paul Islwyn Thomas.

DLT Entertainment Wales is the latest in a series of moves by the long-established DLT; it recently added Juniper Productions to its portfolio, that already includes Vera Productions and Mark Watson’s Impatient Productions, as well as talent agencies such as The Soho Agency and Milburn Browning Associates.

Islwyn Thomas, who will be director of programmes, Wales, has more than 40 years’ experience in the TV industry, at the BBC and in the independent sector, largely in factual. Hie career roles have included: head of arts & events at BBC Cymru Wales, managing director of Indus Films, creative director at Bulb Films (Boom/Twofour Group), and most recently, CEO of Wildflame Productions.

He said of his new post: “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.”

President of DLT Entertainment, Donald Taffner, Jr., 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.”