David W. Karp

As senior vice president and general manager, Discovery Digital Networks, David Karp oversees all aspects of programming, development, marketing and management of Discovery's portfolio of digital networks, including Discovery Science Channel, Discovery Wings Channel, Discovery Civilization Channel, Discovery Home & Leisure Channel and Discovery en Espaņol.

A nine-year Discovery veteran, Karp most recently served as senior vice president, New Media Ventures for Discovery Networks, U.S. In this position, Karp oversaw all Discovery Networks advanced television efforts, with primary focus on the development of video-on-demand services and the deployment of interactive and enhanced television services.

He also led the implementation of joint-venture Meteor Studios, an animation and special effects studio, Discovery Radio, a satellite audio service, and the ongoing development of Discovery Private Networks and Discovery Pictures. In his current position, Karp continues to manage these additional focus areas.

Previously, Karp served as general manager of Discovery Themed Entertainment, where he was responsible for extending Discovery brands and products into site-based entertainment. Initiatives included: Discovery Channel Eco-Challenge, an Emmy-award winning television production, Discovery Pictures, large format (IMAX) specialty films; and Discovery Exhibits, traveling tours -- such as "Liberty Bell 7: The Lost Space Capsule" -- based on popular Discovery Networks programming.

He has also worked as project general manager for Discovery Channel stores, where he managed the design, development and construction of more than 40,000 square feet of retail space. He joined Discovery in 1993 as director, legal and business affairs.

Prior to joining Discovery, Karp was an associate at the Washington, D.C.-based law firm of Hogan & Hartson, where he specialized in communications law, with an emphasis on telecommunications and cable television matters.

Karp earned his J.D. from Harvard Law School and his bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan.