Chris Brearton became involved with swimming, first, as an age group swimmer - inspired by watching Steve Lundquist win gold at the 1984 Olympic Games – and, ultimately, as a college swimmer at the University of Georgia.

Chris currently serves as a Partner at AGBO, teaming with co-founders Anthony and Joe Russo, the highest-grossing film directors of the past decade, and Donald Mustard, the former Chief Creative Officer of Epic Games and creator of Fortnite. Brearton brings with him over 30 years of experience in media and entertainment strategy, dealmaking, and operations.

Before that, Chris served as the Chief Operating Officer of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) – now Amazon MGM Studios. Prior to joining MGM, Chris was a Managing Partner of the powerhouse law firm, Latham & Watkins, where he ran the Century City office. Over the course many years as an entertainment, sports and media attorney, Chris advised motion picture studios, television and digital networks and sports organizations, (including the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the NCAA), in transactions including strategic alliances and joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, licensing and distribution arrangements and complex financings.

Brearton received his J.D. from the University of Virginia and his bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia. He lives in Hermosa Beach.