Ed Simpson Launching Creator Venture After Exiting Wheelhouse

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Ed Simpson, chief strategy officer at Wheelhouse Entertainment and a 15-year lieutenant to founder Brent Montgomery, is launching his own investment venture focused on the creator economy after departing the production company behind hits like Pawn Stars and Calabasas Confidential. Simpson, who served as a key strategist during Wheelhouse's rise as a major independent producer, is now in talks to back creator-focused projects. The move marks a significant departure for one of the industry's quieter power players, Montgomery's longtime consigliere is striking out to build his own portfolio in the fast-growing creator space.