Gary Depew

Background

About Gary Depew

II’m a cross-sector builder with a track record of leading high-impact ventures across technology, media, legal, financial, and healthcare sectors. My work spans from Hollywood film production to fintech innovation, from angel investing to pro bono legal infrastructure. Across every venture, I’ve built and led teams, driven creative and operational execution, and consistently delivered outcomes that matter. As co-founder of Overtone Ventures, I’ve helped shape early-stage companies and financial products from idea to exit. I’ve led the acquisition and servicing of consumer accounts at scale, structured investment offerings, and delivered consistent financial reporting to stakeholders. Earlier in my career, I produced over 20 films and dozens of music videos, commercials, and major brand campaigns for Paramount, Disney, Netflix, HBO, Showtime, and icons like Michael Jackson, Madonna, and Cher. That experience honed my ability to navigate high-stakes, high-velocity environments—skills I’ve carried into every venture since. A Project Management Professional (PMP) with a hands-on style and a bias toward action, I’ve managed projects in the mobile app space, including one that reached the #1 spot in the iOS App Store. I led the user acquisition strategy that brought 100 million Instagram users to the app through targeted influencer engagement. Today, I’m focused on building mission-aligned ventures that blend business discipline with cultural and civic impact—whether that’s through Madison Media Fund, which supports non-woke, non-corporate filmmakers, or through ResPro Cares, a pro bono legal foundation providing relief to Americans overwhelmed by consumer debt. I’m always interested in connecting with leaders, funders, and builders who value bold ideas, strong execution, and good storytelling.