CAA Elevates Six to Agent and Executive Roles

Variety

by varietymattdonnelly

February 13, 2026

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Creative Artists Agency (CAA) has announced six notable promotions across its talent agency, elevating staff to agent or executive roles within key divisions such as motion picture talent, sports broadcasting, and brand consulting. Casey Fraser, Kevin Goldfinger, Jonathan Granville, Joy Jiu, Katherine McConnell, and Chris Meyer each advanced in their careers at CAA, reflecting the company's commitment to fostering internal growth and leadership development. Casey Fraser was promoted to agent in the motion picture talent division. Starting as an intern in 2020, she worked her way up through roles including assistant, coordinator, and ultimately into CAA’s Elevate training program. Her journey at CAA began under the guidance of Maha Dakhil and Alexandra Trustman, leading to her current role focused on representing talent in the film industry. Fraser brings a background in journalism from USC to her work in Los Angeles. Kevin Goldfinger was elevated to an executive role in sports broadcasting, starting his career at CAA in 2021 as a mailroom clerk before transitioning to the sports department. His promotion underscores his rapid advancement and leadership potential within the sports division, where he will contribute to expanding CAA's influence in this competitive field. Jonathan Granville, based in New York, was named executive in CAA Executive Search, which focuses on recruiting top executives globally in sports and entertainment. With a background as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Austria and an education in sports management, Granville’s experience adds international depth to CAA's recruitment efforts. Joy Jiu’s promotion to executive in Brand Consulting highlights her expertise in global brand strategy, particularly in China where she previously worked with New York Road Runners and Runnar. Her role is based in Beijing, reflecting CAA’s growing focus on international markets and the importance of cultural relevance in entertainment and sports branding. Katherine McConnell was promoted to executive and chief of staff in Sports Broadcasting, joining CAA in 2022 as an assistant before being accepted into Elevate. Her career began with an internship for the San Antonio Spurs, providing her with a unique perspective on the intersection of sports and entertainment that she now leverages

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Originally published on Variety on 2/13/2026