Background
He is the son of German Investment Banker Mario Ohoven and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Ambassador Ute-Henriette Ohoven.
He is the son of German Investment Banker Mario Ohoven and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Ambassador Ute-Henriette Ohoven.
Michael Ohoven learned financing and institutional investment at Commerzbank and at his family"s investment bank. While studying economics and business administration at University of Cologne, Ohoven joined the International Corporate Affairs division of RTL Television, one of Europe"s largest private broadcaster. After two and a half years, Ohoven left the company to form Infinity Media in 2000.
Under his leadership, the company quickly established strong working relationships with major studios, talent representatives, and financial institutions.
Michael Ohoven is one of the youngest ever Oscar-nominated producers, and in 2006, The Hollywood Reporter named him one of Hollywood"s "Most Prolific Producers."
Michael Ohoven follows his family"s tradition of business leadership and charitable endeavors. His companies provide contributions to charitable organizations, and he holds multiple positions with several of them, including Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation for United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization-Education for Children in Need and President of Hope for Children in Need.