Gary Evan Knell (born 27 February 1954)[1] is a senior advisor at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in Media and Social Impact.

During his tenure at Sesame, the organization expanded its revenue base, audience and global recognition.

[citation needed] Knell was instrumental in focusing the organization on Sesame Street's worldwide mission, including the creation of co-productions in South Africa, India, Northern Ireland and Egypt.

He is also Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

[citation needed], and a board member of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and StoryCorps.