Discovery, Inc. announces the appointment of Tony Qiu as Senior Vice President and General Manager – East & Southeast Asia as well as the Head of Global Location Based Entertainment Business for Discovery Networks. Effective immediately, he will oversee all aspects of business development and operational performance across the company’s award-winning portfolio of entertainment brands. Qiu is currently based in China and will relocate to Singapore in his new role. In his duo leadership … [Read more...] about Discovery announces appointment of Tony Qiu as Senior Vice President and General Manager – East & Southeast Asia
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David Elder appointed GM at Silver Trak Digital New Zealand
With their newly-established Auckland office going from strength to strength, Silver Trak Digital has announced that industry veteran and technology specialist David Elder has joined the company as GM of Silver Trak New Zealand. Elder brings with him over thirty-two years’ executive leadership and senior management experience, reporting at CEO and director level, and leading diverse teams in 24/7 mission-critical operations. As a key influencer and driver of executive teams and a positive … [Read more...] about David Elder appointed GM at Silver Trak Digital New Zealand
Beyond International appoints Kate Llewellyn-Jones as CEO of its London-based distribution business
Beyond International Ltd. (BYI), one of Australia’s leading content businesses, announces that Kate Llewellyn-Jones has joined the Group today, as CEO of its international distribution division. Kate’s first task in this newly created role will be to combine the Beyond Distribution business with its recent acquisition, TCB Media Rights, to create a merged business operating under a new name, Beyond Rights. In addition to the Beyond and TCB teams in London, the new business will incorporate … [Read more...] about Beyond International appoints Kate Llewellyn-Jones as CEO of its London-based distribution business
Pocket.watch taps former WarnerMedia Executive to lead the company’s expansion into the Asia Pacific market, opens second international office
Pocket.watch, the studio creating global franchises from the YouTube stars and characters loved by Generation Alpha, today announced the hiring of former WarnerMedia executive Anshuman Misra to lead pocket.watch’s second international office based in Singapore. Misra will support the company’s expanded global presence and oversee the region’s distribution and content sales, consumer products licensing and merchandising, and advertising sales as Managing Director, Asia Pacific. “The demand for … [Read more...] about Pocket.watch taps former WarnerMedia Executive to lead the company’s expansion into the Asia Pacific market, opens second international office
Arjan Pomper appointed as Chief Operating Officer Global Entertainment of ITV Studios
Arjan Pomper has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Global Entertainment, ITV Studios. In this role, he will oversee the day-to-day running of the divisions Format Sales, Global Content & Production, and Global Music & Talent Agency. He joins ITV Studios from Media and Communication company Dentsu Aegis Network Belgium in his role as Chief Executive Officer. Arjan combines a broad background in the media with extensive experience in various international leadership … [Read more...] about Arjan Pomper appointed as Chief Operating Officer Global Entertainment of ITV Studios
CNN International announces Selina Wang as new Asia-based correspondent
CNN announced on 14 July the appointment of award-winning journalist Selina Wang as an international correspondent based in Asia. Wang will report on key stories from the Asia-Pacific region for CNN’s television and digital platforms. “I am delighted to welcome Selina to CNN as we continue to strengthen our commitment to Asia,” said Ellana Lee, Senior Vice President and Managing Editor, Asia Pacific, and Global Head of Features. “The Asia story has never been so critical and Selina’s deep … [Read more...] about CNN International announces Selina Wang as new Asia-based correspondent