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Cataldo appointed iKOMG Chairman

Entertainment company iKOMG has announced a leadership transition. After nearly seven years of service, David Treadway is stepping down as Chairman. In his place, the company has appointed Francesco Cataldo as its new Chairman, effective April 1st. Reflecting on his time at iKOMG, Treadway shared: “Leading iKOMG has been an incredible experience. Over the past […]

March 26, 2025

Wills rejoins CNN as content chief

Amanda Wills, who departed CNN in 2022 for the WSJ, is rejoining CNN in a newly created role within the global news organisation, serving as Group Senior Vice President, Chief Content Officer.  The executive will work out its content strategy across TV, digital and streaming platforms and report to Virginia Moseley, the Executive Editor of […]

March 24, 2025

Nardone named JWP Connatix CEO

JWP Connatix (JWPC), a video technology and monetisation platform, has announced that John Nardone has joined the company as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Nardone will lead JWP Connatix into its next phase of strategic growth, following the company’s recent merger between JW Player and Connatix.  Nardone will focus on continuing to drive the innovation of the […]

March 24, 2025

Proximus appoints interim co-CEOs

As previously announced, the selection process for a new CEO of the Proximus Group is ongoing. The Board of Directors for the provider of digital services and communication solutions will decide on the new CEO based on a recommendation of the Nomination Committee, that steers the process with the assistance of executive search firm Heidrick […]

March 21, 2025

3SS appoints Twitchett as Head of Product

3 Screen Solutions (3SS), a provider of software solutions for set-top boxes (STB), smart TV, multiscreen and in-vehicle entertainment, has announced the appointment of James Twitchett as 3SS Head of Product. In this newly created position, effective immediately, Twitchett will lead the company’s product strategy and roadmap. He will guide 3SS’ product vision, development, and […]

March 21, 2025

ITV promotes Dziedzic to Drama Commissioner

ITV has promoted Callum Dziedzic to Drama Commissioner, reporting to Polly Hill, ITV’s Director of Drama. In his new role, Dziedzic will work on ITV’s drama slate alongside Hill and Commissioning Editor Huw Kennair-Jones. His promotion follows his tenure as Assistant Commissioner, Drama and Comedy, a role he has held since January 2023. Since joining […]

March 20, 2025

PubMatic makes leadership appointments

PubMatic, the independent technology company delivering digital advertising’s supply chain of the future, has announced key leadership appointments which it says reinforces its commitment to the Connected TV (CTV) market. The company has bolstered its expertise in the broadcast and streaming market with the appointments of Kavita Veeramah Collins as Senior Director of Advertiser Solutions […]

March 20, 2025

Diallo named Canal+ GM of Pay-TV French-speaking Africa

Aziz Diallo has been appointed General Manager of Pay-TV French-speaking Africa. He will report to David Mignot, Managing Director of Canal+ Africa. Diallo began his career in 2004 with Alcatel in the international sales department. In 2007, he joined Greenwich Consulting as a senior consultant, before joining MTN, the African telco, two years later as […]

March 19, 2025

Ludgrove appointed VP of Production at Studio 99

Studio 99, the global production company, has announced the appointment of Jessica Ludgrove in a new role of VP of Production. Reporting into Nicola Howson, President, Studio 99, Ludgrove joins with immediate effect and is responsible for overseeing and driving both the development slate and production output of the Studio 99 editorial team. With over […]

March 19, 2025

Curbishley named BBC Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer

The BBC has announced that John Curbishley has been appointed to the new role of Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer. Curbishley is a strategy, transformation, and business development executive with over 25 years of experience in the media and entertainment industry. He was most recently with Paramount Global where he served as EVP of Corporate […]

March 17, 2025