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Turner Broadcasting and NCTC Reach Long-Term Distribution Agreement

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST

Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. announced today a multi-year distribution agreement with the National Cable Television Cooperative (NCTC) that includes broad carriage of Turner’s leading portfolio of networks. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Justin Williams Named Vice President of TNT and TBS Digital

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:00:00 EST

Justin Williams has been named vice president of digital for TNT and TBS. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing and driving all awareness and consumer engagement with the networks' shows and brands across all digital platforms, including digital design, editorial, project management and promotions. Williams is also responsible for the networks' continued development and implementation of TV Everywhere.

Kristie Moomey Named Vice President, TNT & TBS Post Production – Unscripted Programming & Digital Extensions

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST

Kristie MoomeyKristie Moomey has been promoted to vice president of post production – unscripted programming and digital extensions for TNT and TBS. Moomey is based in Los Angeles and reports to Ron Binkowski, vice president of post production for TNT and TBS.

Rani Raad to head all commercial activity for CNN International

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST

London, 20 February 2013 – Turner executive Rani Raad will become Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, CNN International, it was announced today by Gerhard Zeiler, President of Turner Broadcasting System International, parent company of CNN International.

Giorgio Stock Named President, Turner Broadcasting System EMEA

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 07:00:00 EST

International television executive Giorgio Stock will join Turner International as president of Turner Broadcasting System EMEA effective April 2013, it was announced today by Gerhard Zeiler, President of Turner Broadcasting System International.

Turner International Restructures EMEA Operation

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST

Turner Broadcasting System (TBS) International is restructuring its Europe/Middle East/Africa (EMEA) business after concluding a detailed review of its operations.

CNN Airport Network Adds 50th Airport To Roster

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 02:45:00 EST

CNN Airport Network, the nation’s prominent source for on-the-go news and entertainment in the airport industry, is now available in 50 major airports across the country, reaching an audience of over 263 million passengers each year, after signing its most recent carriage deal with the Spokane International Airport (GEG) in Washington. CNN Airport Network has also renewed contracts for continued service in three major cities, including the Memphis International Airport (MEM), Miami International Airport (MIA), and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). The announcement was made by Debbie Cooper, President of CNN Airport Network.

Lincoln Lopez Joins Turner Broadcasting as Vice President of Social Media for TBS, TNT and TCM

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 12:00:00 EST

Lincoln Lopez has joined Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. as vice president of social media strategy and innovation for TBS, TNT and Turner Classic Movies (TCM). In this newly created role, he is responsible for all social media operations, initiatives and campaigns in support of the networks’ programming.

Oliver Herrgesell Named to Senior Communications Post at Turner Broadcasting International

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST

Communications executive and media expert Oliver Herrgesell is joining Turner Broadcasting System International as senior vice president of communications, it was announced today by Jeff Matteson, senior vice president of communications for Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.

Missy Chambless Promoted to Vice President, Non-Scripted Series Marketing for TNT and TBS

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

Missy Chambless has been promoted to vice president of non-scripted series marketing for TNT and TBS. In this newly created role, Chambless will be responsible for all marketing in support of the network's non-scripted programming, including TBS's upcoming King of the Nerds and TNT's The Hero.