Bell Media has announced that it has bolstered its existing partnership with Montréal-based Sphere Media by acquiring a majority stake in leading global content distributor Sphere Abacus, through parent company Sphere Media International. The acquisition serves as a launchpad for Bell Media’s content distribution expansion, combining the strength of the two companies to accelerate growth and capitalize on new opportunities. Through Sphere Abacus, Bell Media is set to enhance the reach of … [Read more...] about Bell Media Acquires Majority Stake of Global Content Distributor Sphere Abacus
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A+E Networks|TV18 appoints president
AETN18 board of directors have appointed Avinash Kaul as President of A+E Networks|TV18. Kaul will be responsible for the day-to-day operational, strategic and financial management of the joint-venture. The role will be in addition to his responsibility as CEO of IBN Network. Speaking on the occasion A.P Parigi, Group CEO, Network18 said, “As A+E Networks | TV18 enters a new phase of growth, I’m confident that Avinash is the right person to lead the company forward. He has a proven … [Read more...] about A+E Networks|TV18 appoints president
A+E Networks named 2015 Company of Distinction
Toronto, Canada/New York – The Banff World Media Festival announced that it will honour the global media company A+E Networks as its esteemed Company of Distinction at the annual event, taking place 7-10 June 2015 at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Canada. Introduced in 2013 with CBS Corporation and continued in 2014 with Lionsgate Entertainment, the Company of Distinction Programme is an opportunity for the Festival to pay homage to a prestigious company demonstrating … [Read more...] about A+E Networks named 2015 Company of Distinction
A+E Networks co-produces with Ideate Media
Singapore – A+E Networks® Asia and Ideate Media have teamed to launch a regional production partnership (RPP) designed to kick start content development in Asia, with programming that targets regional and global audiences. The announcement was made by Sean Cohan, Executive Vice President, International, A+E Networks and Zainir Aminullah, Chief Executive Officer, Ideate Media. “As A+E Networks Asia expands into broader, mass markets, the importance of regionally-produced content … [Read more...] about A+E Networks co-produces with Ideate Media
A+E Networks appoints new MD, International Content Sales & Partnerships
New York / London – A+E Networks announced on August 5 the appointment of industry veteran Joel Denton as Managing Director, International Content Sales & Partnerships. The announcement was made by Sean Cohan, Executive Vice President, International for A+E Networks, to whom he will report. Joel Denton Based in London, Denton will manage A+E Networks’ content distribution and format licensing activities outside the U.S. Working with the company’s Regional Managing … [Read more...] about A+E Networks appoints new MD, International Content Sales & Partnerships
Lifetime to be launched in Latin America and Brazil
New York and Miami – A+E Networks Latin America, a joint venture between A+E Networks and Ole Communications, and Sony Pictures Television announced on April 23 that they will launch Lifetime in Latin America and Brazil. The channel will debut in July 2014. The announcement was made by Eduardo (Eddy) Ruiz, President and General Manager of A+E Networks Latin America, who will serve as General Manager for the new channel. “I couldn't be prouder of heading up this new joint venture … [Read more...] about Lifetime to be launched in Latin America and Brazil
