Warner Bros. Discovery UK has appointed its leadership team under the leadership of Managing Director Antonio Ruiz.
Ruiz was appointed Director General of the United Kingdom and Ireland in June. The CEO, who recently moved from Madrid to London, previously held the position of General Manager for Discovery in Spain, France and Portugal.
Ruiz has now confirmed his chief executives. The team includes:
Claire Leacock – Longtime CEO of Discovery will now oversee editorial, including local content production, programming and media planning.
Neil Marshall – Veteran CEO of Warner Bros. He will continue to oversee theatrical film distribution and production and acquisition of local films.
Alison Morris – Warner Bros. CEO for 15 years will oversee television licensing and digital home entertainment distribution
Katie Cotman – Long-time CEO of Discovery will manage advertising sales including advertising, digital advertising sales, sponsorship and sports solutions
Alex Foley – Retail Insights, Strategy & Planning
Alex Lewis – Marketing, Creative Services, Brand Partnerships, Franchise Management, Social Media, Consumer PR
Rachel Wakley – Retail, Consumer Products, Physical Home Video, Games, Supply Chain and Experiences
Ruiz said of his team: “Since becoming General Manager UK and Ireland, I have been focused on defining our strategy and structure, and today I am pleased to announce my new leadership team.
“Both legacy companies have tremendous talent which makes me even more excited about the organization we are building for the future as we look to maximize our portfolio of brands, content, products and channels, along with our ambitions to deliver a hugely successful broadcasting business, in the UK and Ireland,” continued Ruiz.
More is coming.
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