Deep sadness surrounds the passing of Heidi J. Diamond, a highly accomplished and widely respected media executive from New York, NY. Known for her forward-thinking vision, professional brilliance, and unwavering commitment to uplifting others, Heidi’s death marks a profound loss for the media, marketing, and entertainment communities she influenced for decades.
Heidi built a remarkable career, holding leadership roles across some of the most influential organizations in American media. She served as CEO of Diamond Enterprises, Future Value, while also contributing her insight as an angel investor, limited partner, and venture partner.
Her professional path included prominent roles at GoodRx, GSN, Cablevision/AMC Networks/Rainbow Media, Scripps Networks/Food Network, and Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, where she eventually served as President of Broadcast after her tenure as Executive Vice President. Her strategic brilliance, industry intuition, and creativity left lasting marks on every company she touched.
Heidi’s dedication extended beyond corporate leadership; she also served as an Adjunct Professor at LIM College, nurturing young talent with generosity and passion. Earlier in her career, she devoted time to meaningful social impact work as a project manager with Nanhi Kali, an initiative empowering underprivileged girls through education.
Born in Silver Spring, Maryland, Heidi was educated at the University of Maryland and Boston University, later earning her MBA in International Business from American University. Her academic background laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to excellence.
Tributes have poured in from colleagues, friends, and mentees. One heartfelt message captured her impact:
“Heidi believed in me early on, and that kind of belief stays with you. She changed the course of my life.”
Heidi Diamond leaves behind a legacy of leadership, kindness, mentorship, and innovation. Her absence will be deeply felt, but her influence will continue to inspire countless lives and careers.
