Theresa Phung Cushnie is a talent manager and strategic advisor whose work sits at the intersection of human capital, communications, and entertainment management. With over 25 years of experience leading talent strategy, organizational development, and executive advising, she brings a structured, people-centered, and business-savvy approach to artist and talent representation.

Prior to her work in talent management, Theresa served for a decade as Head of Human Resources one of the entertainment industry’s leading public relations firms. In this role, she partnered closely with executives, agents, publicists, and outside legal counsel, overseeing talent operations, internal communications, and contracts administration. Her role involved collaborating with attorneys on employment agreements, consulting and independent contractor arrangements, vendor and services contracts, compliance matters, and risk mitigation—ensuring alignment between creative teams, business objectives, and legal requirements.

Drawing on deep expertise in negotiations, workforce strategy, and contract oversight, Theresa now applies the same rigor to talent management—guiding artists and creatives through career planning, brand positioning, deal coordination, and sustainable growth. Her approach is grounded in integrity, equity, and long-term vision, ensuring talent is not only represented, but protected, supported, and positioned for enduring success.