Helen Thomas Becomes ‘Head of Station’ at BBC Radio 2
Helen Thomas has been named as the new Head of Station for BBC Radio 2, it was confirmed today by Lorna Clarke, the BBC's Controller of Pop.
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Leana Wen Joins Washington Post as Columnist
The Washington Post has announced that Leana Wen will join the Opinions section as a contributing columnist effective immediately.
CNN Appoints Rani Raad as President of CNN Commercial
CNN has appointed Rani Raad as President of CNN Commercial, in a new global position to broaden the company’s new business streams and increase the value that CNN provides to commercial partners around the world.
Andrew Barron Appointed to Openreach Board
Openreach, the UK’s leading digital network business, has appointed Andrew Barron as a non-executive member of its Board, effective from 1st June 2020.
Paul Farrell Named as MD at Virgin Media Television
Virgin Media Ireland has named Vice-President of Commercial for Virgin Media Paul Farrell as the incoming Managing Director of Virgin Media Television.
BBC Appoints Patricia Hidalgo Reina as Director of BBC Children’s & Education
Patricia Hidalgo Reina, currently Senior Vice President, Chief Content and Creative Officer at Turner EMEA and International Kids strategy has been appointed as the BBC’s new Director, Children’s & Education.
ESPN Names Phil Dean as New MNF Producer
Veteran ESPN producer Phil Dean, who has been with the company for 28 years, will be the new Monday Night Football producer beginning with the 2020-21 National Football League season.
Merlin Promotes Charlie Lexton to Chief Operating Officer Role
Merlin, the digital licensing hub for the world’s independent music sector, has promoted Charlie Lexton to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer (COO).