Barbara Fedida Brill is an award-winning television executive, journalist, and media strategist whose career has helped shape the landscape of broadcast news. She is the founder and principal of Casablanca Strategy Group, where she advises clients on content, talent, branding, and business strategy. Throughout her career, Barbara has built a reputation for recognizing exceptional talent, connecting people and ideas, and helping organizations and individuals reach their full potential. As a senior leader at Disney and ABC News, she played a transformative role in shaping the network’s identity and championing diversity and excellence. Her work has earned her numerous honors, including Emmy, Peabody, Murrow, Webby, and Telly Awards. She began her career as a producer for Peter Jennings and went on to become one of the most influential figures in New York media.

Barbara’s commitment to expanding opportunity is deeply personal. The daughter of Moroccan immigrants who came to New York in 1959, she grew up understanding that many doors were not readily open to her family. As one of the first in her family to attend college, she recognizes the lasting impact of those who offered guidance, connections, and support along the way. That experience shaped her belief in paying it forward and creating pathways for others who may not have access to the networks and opportunities they need to succeed. As a Roads to Success Board member, Barbara brings this commitment, along with her extensive experience in leadership, communications, and relationship-building, to help advance opportunities for young people.

Barbara graduated from New York University in 1988 with a B.A. in Journalism, where she also served as a student senator and delivered the commencement address. She lives in New York with her husband and their two dogs, and is the proud mother of three adult children.