A+E Networks has announced a number of key promotions and appointments, ramping up its programming division under the new president and CEO Nancy Dubuc.
They see industry veteran Robert DeBitetto become president, brand strategy, business development A+E Studios; Dirk Hoogstra promoted to executive VP, general manager, History and H2; David McKillop promoted to executive VP, general manager, A+E; and Robert Sharenow to oversee Lifetime as executive VP, general manager.
Jana Bennett has meanwhile joined the company as president, Bio and LMN and Pooja Nirmal Kant appointed senior manager, international content sales, Asia.
Commenting on the appointments, Dubuc said: “At A+E Networks, we have created an amazing culture that is focused on creativity and innovation, and this has driven unprecedented success. We have the top brands that appeal to Men, Women and Adults and we have strong brands in our emerging networks. With the ramp up and realignment of our programming groups, A+E Networks is well positioned to reach even greater heights.”
