# Matthew Odgers

> Creator of Bravo’s Summer House: Emmy-nominated in 2026

Founder and CEO of Left Hook Media for the past eleven years, where he created Summer House.

Summer House earned its first Emmy nomination in 2026, for Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program, and is heading into its eleventh season.

More than 45 television series created, developed or executive produced, and over 500 hours of original programming.

Eight years as Head of Creative at 51 Minds, where he developed and produced a run of ratings-record shows for VH1 including the culturally iconic Flavor of Love.

Then SVP of Development at A. Smith & Co., the producer behind Hell's Kitchen and American Ninja Warrior. Started in unscripted on Blind Date, the syndicated hit, writing and producing five straight seasons at Renegade 83.

Also executive produced MTV's Are You The One, a GLAAD Award nominee. A staff writer in the Writers Guild at 22.

Founder of Format Works, which helps creators and brands build stronger ideas, and of Second Half Strong, applying the same principles to health and wellness.

Things I can advise on:

✔️ Turning an idea into a format
✔️ Pitching a show to a network
✔️ Creating a returnable franchise
✔️ Casting a show that lasts
✔️ Building a production company
✔️ Why buyers pass on good ideas
✔️ Getting into the Writers Guild

I help creators and producers turn an original idea into a franchise that lasts.

## Offerings

- Video call (15 min): $150.00

## Example Questions

- I’m thinking of starting a company. What are the next few things I should focus on?
- How do I know if my business idea will work?
- How would you approach growth for my business?
- What key metrics should I aim for at different stages to be a best in class company?

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