Jeffrey D. Jacobs is best known as the architect behind the growth and development of one of the most powerful and valuable brand names in the world – Oprah/Harpo. From 1984 to 2002, Jeff partnered with Oprah Winfrey to build a global multi-media empire around Oprah-branded entertainment and content. As an adjunct Professor of Entertainment Law at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Jacobs has taught and lectured on the media and intellectual property. He previously served on the boards of The Santa Barbara Children’s Museum Board, Prosper.com, television station group Granite Broadcasting, and is a former trustee of the University of Chicago Medical Center.