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NY Public Radio CEO Departs; New Leadership Trio Takes Helm
13 Oct
Summary
- Christy Tanner has stepped down as president and CEO of New York Public Radio.
- A new CEO office formed by three board members will lead the organization.
- The board will initiate a search for a permanent replacement leader.
Christy Tanner has concluded her tenure as president and CEO of New York Public Radio. The media company revealed this transition on Tuesday.
Jenna Weiss-Berman, Gary Knell, and LaFontaine Oliver, all board members and experienced media leaders, will jointly assume leadership responsibilities. Oliver will also temporarily hold the position of acting president.
New York Public Radio, which encompasses notable stations and platforms like WNYC, WQXR, and Gothamist, did not specify the cause of Tanner's departure.
The organization's board has indicated that a comprehensive search process will commence to identify and appoint the next permanent president and CEO.
John Rose, Chair of the Board, expressed gratitude to the interim leadership, highlighting their extensive collective experience in public media, journalism, and management.
