Today, Variety, Hollywood’s leading provider of entertainment business news, today announced that Dayna Wolpa, Emmy award-winning producer and Managing Director, Programming and Distribution, has been promoted to VP Talent & Programming. In this role, Wolpa will manage talent and programming for such successful Variety franchises as Power of Women, Power of Young Hollywood, Hitmakers, plus many more.

She currently oversees all of the talent programming for Variety’s studio at the Sundance Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival. Wolpa, who has been with Variety for over ten years, has booked talent for numerous events including Women of Reality TV Dinner, 10 Directors to Watch & Creative Impact Awards, the Variety/Chanel Female Filmmakers Dinner, the Variety/Golden Globes Breakthrough Artists Awards, Business of Broadway, and the upcoming SXSW Variety Power of Comedy.

“Dayna Wolpa has a well-deserved reputation as someone who can problem solve and get things done,” said Dea Lawrence, Chief Operating and Marketing Officer of Variety. “She takes on challenges in a thoughtful, creative manner with a precise eye for detail, characteristics that make her an outstanding executive.”

For years she has been the Associate Producer of Emmy award-winning “Actors on Actors,” and this past December won a Daytime Emmy for producing “Power of Women: Changemakers” for A&E. Wolpa also curates the coveted Power of Women gift bag and oversees all Variety guest lists for their exclusive events.

"I am grateful to have spent the last ten years at Variety," said Wolpa. "I look forward to continuing to collaborate with the best team in the business and am excited to be a part of Variety's ongoing expansion."

She will report to Lawrence and will continue to be based out of the Los Angeles office.

About Variety:

Variety is the #1 entertainment news brand. Now celebrating 119 years of award-winning breaking news reporting, insightful award-season coverage, must-read feature spotlights, and intelligent analysis of the industry’s most prominent players, Variety remains the most trusted source for the business of global entertainment. Read by a highly engaged audience of industry insiders, executive level professionals and decision makers, Variety’s multi-platform content coverage expands across digital, mobile, social, print, as well as podcasts, branded content, data, events and summits. Variety is the vital read in every entertainment capital. *Comscore Media Metrix Top 100 Ent News, October 2022. Variety is a subsidiary of PME TopCo., a joint venture between Penske Media Corporation and Eldridge.For more information, please visit www.variety.com.

Today, SHE Media announces the appointment of Galina Espinoza to Editor-in-Chief of its proprietary women’s health brand, Flow Space. In this role, Espinoza will lead the editorial strategy in the next phase of growth for Flow Space, which marks its one-year anniversary this month. The digital platform, which officially launched at SXSW in 2023, covers topics including ovarian health, cancer, brain health, prevention, access to healthcare and equity, infertility, maternal healthcare, heart health and more. Espinoza will be based in New York and report to Cristina Velocci, Chief Content Officer, SHE Media, and work under the strategic direction of Samantha Skey, CEO, SHE Media. 

 “I am honored and excited to step into the role as Editor-in-Chief of Flow Space, which has laid the foundation for important conversations and information-sharing touching every aspect of women’s health,” said Espinoza. “This is a pivotal time to start new and open discussions around women’s whole-life health, rooted in accuracy, cutting-edge research, and trust. This opportunity is about more than delivering content; it’s about fostering a community where women feel heard, supported, informed, and empowered.”

“After a year of development and learning how deeply resonant this content is to SHE Media’s audience, we are thrilled to bring Galina on board as Editor-in-Chief to continue to build this incredibly meaningful platform” said Samantha Skey, CEO of SHE Media. “With a background in equity and social impact, and deep knowledge of digital media operations, Galina is an ideal leader to helm this effort. Creating a space for women to easily access information about their most pressing health questions is a mission we remain committed to and passionate about.”

Espinoza will kick off her new role in conjunction with the SHE Media Co-Lab at SXSW  taking place March 9, 10 and 11. This year’s program features an all-star lineup of women's health advocates including Brooke Shields, Katie Couric, Dr. Sharon Malone, Lori Gottlieb, and Gabby Reece. 

To celebrate the one-year anniversary of Flow Space, the platform has debuted a new dedicated site, theflowspace.com, offering greater access and visibility for exclusive stories, special features, and resources in service of women’s whole life health. 

Espinoza most recently served as the president and editor-in-chief of the nonprofit, multimedia outlet Rewire News Group, where she led the nation’s only newsroom dedicated to the coverage of reproductive and sexual health, rights, and justice. Prior to Rewire, Espinoza was a Senior Director on NBCUniversal’s Digital Enterprises team, where she launched new digital IP, including the women’s sports-focused Instagram brand “On Her Turf” (in partnership with Refinery29) and the millennial parenting Facebook franchise “Playfull” (in partnership with BuzzFeed). 

Espinoza has also been President and Editorial Director of Latina Media Ventures, where she created and produced the brand’s first-ever television special, “15 Latinas We Love,” which aired in syndication with Access Hollywood; and a Senior Editor at People, where she oversaw multiple special issues, including the annual “World’s Most Beautiful” list. 

An alumna of the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, Espinoza’s personal essays have appeared in the “Modern Love” column of The New York Times, as well as Marie Claire and USA Today. She has also appeared on virtually every major morning show and news network, including Today and CNN, in addition to panels at SXSW and the New York International Latino Film Festival. 

About SHE Media:

As a top 10 lifestyle media company reaching 74+ million monthly visitors, SHE Media focuses on the power of content and community to move our culture forward. SHE Media believes that media companies can and should be a force for good in the world. The company’s rich editorial ranges from health, food, and family to career and entertainment.

SHE Media’s flagship brands, SheKnows, Flow Space, StyleCaster, Soaps and TVLine, produce award-winning lifestyle content and events that reflect the passion and purpose of the company. In addition to the flagship brands, the SHE Media Collective supports thousands of independent publishers and content creators with technology, education, and monetization opportunities to grow their businesses.  

SHE Media has a longstanding commitment to the advancement of equity and inclusion through media. In 2021, SHE Media launched Meaningful Marketplaces enabling advertisers to buy media at scale from a community of women and minority-owned publishers, ensuring that independent media receives the economic support to thrive.  SHE Media is also dedicated to advancing women’s health. In 2023, SHE Media launched Flow Space, an all-new digital and live media platform providing content, community, and commerce in service of women’s whole life health. 

Part of Penske Media Corporation (PMC), SHE Media is based in New York, with offices in Los Angeles. Follow SHE Media on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

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February 27, 2024, Los Angeles, CA: Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced two promotions inside of its expanding technology team. Nicola Catton has been elevated to Senior Vice President of Product Delivery, effective immediately. Catton will continue to manage PMC’s technical roadmap, supporting all 25 of PMC’s publishing brands, with complete oversight of the product management, portfolio prioritization, process improvements, and digital design teams.

“Nici is the glue that holds a complex product portfolio together and moving forward,” said Jenny Connelly, EVP of Product & Technology at PMC. “As a world-class process improvement expert, she has driven efficiency not just inside the tech team, but across sales, marketing, subscriptions and print teams across the company.”

Gabriel Koen has also been promoted to Senior Vice President of Technology, effective immediately. Koen will continue to manage PMC’s technical teams including web and mobile software development, data science and data engineering, privacy, security and AI.  Koen is a publishing tech expert and well-respected leader in the WordPress engineering community.  

“Gabriel is the undisputed thought leader of PMC’s technology systems,” said Jenny Connelly, EVP of Product & Technology at PMC. “He represents both its past and future—his legacy knowledge keeps our websites running daily and he pushes us to continually evolve as a modern media company."

Both Catton and Koen are based in Los Angeles and can be emailed at ncatton@pmc.com and gkoen@pmc.com respectively.

Austin, Texas —February 13, 2024: Today, Penske Media Corporation’s (PMC) iconic brands announced a slate of activations taking place at this year’s South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conference and Festival in Austin, TX, March 8 – 16, 2024. Brands hosting unforgettable experiences, panel discussions, fireside chats, concerts, and more include Variety, Robb Report, Deadline, The American Pavillion (AmPav), The Hollywood Reporter (THR), WWD, Footwear News, Beauty Inc, Rivet, SHE Media, Sportico, Rolling Stone and Billboard.

Variety's signature Power of Comedy event returns in partnership with the SXSW Comedy Festival for opening night Friday, March 8, at ACL Live at The Moody Theater in Austin. Honoring some of the biggest names in comedy, the evening will consist of stand-up acts and honoree speeches in celebration of the year in comedy.

Robb Report brings its signature style to the SXSW experience, presenting an immersive luxury destination: House of Robb, March 8 – 10, at The Walter Tips Building, located at 712 Congress Avenue. This elevated oasis within the SXSW campus combines the best of the best under one roof. Attendees will experience intimate live talks around the theme of high performance featuring, athlete and entrepreneur Gabby Reece, longevity guru Dave Asprey and psychedelics expert Dr. Dave Rabin, as well as world-class culinary and mixology adventures, VIP gatherings—and a first look at “The Vault,” Robb Report’s brand new ultra-luxury shopping platform offering one-of-a-kind products and experiences from the world’s finest brands, exclusively created for Robb Report.

Deadline will host the Deadline Studio at SXSW March 8-11 at the Thompson Hotel, with select talent from premiering projects in its signature studio for exclusive on-camera video interviews and solo and group portraits.

The American Pavilion’s (AmPav) esteemed Worldwide Student Program has introduced thousands of entertainment industry students to festivals and events worldwide, from Hollywood to Cannes to Venice. This year, for the first time, AmPav will launch an expansion of its student program at SXSW, with a 5-day program, March 8-12. Twenty-five students will attend the best SXSW has to offer including industry events with thought leaders and expert discussions from the worlds of film, tech, and music.

The Hollywood Reporter (THR) will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of "Office Space” on Saturday, March 9, hosting a rousing panel and reunion in the same town where it was filmed with select cast members on SXSW’s mainstage.

The Wear House, a cross-brand activation with WWD, Footwear News, Beauty Inc, and Rivet returns to Austin, at 800 Congress on March 9 – 10, 10:30 am – 6 pm, as the ultimate fashion and beauty innovation destination of SXSW 2024. This year’s theme, “Innovation, Insights & Influence: The Art of Storytelling in Fashion and Beauty” will engage the SXSW audience in first-person success stories from thought leaders, entrepreneurs, designers and influencers, including Remi Bader, Lo Bosworth, and Gabby Thomas. Conversations will cover how leveraging consumer data, AI, influencers, authenticity, and core cultural trends helps brands more effectively communicate with their audience, scale and succeed in a crowded marketplace. More speakers to be announced; for updates click here.

The SHE Media Co-Lab returns to SXSW for three packed days, March 9, 10 and 11, at 206 E 4th St in Austin, with an all-star lineup of women's health advocates including Brooke Shields, Katie Couric, Dr. Sharon Malone, Lori Gottlieb, and Gabby Reece. The Co-Lab at SXSW also marks SHE Media’s one-year anniversary launching its proprietary brand, Flow Space, a digital and live media platform providing content, community, and commerce in service of women’s health. The SHE Media Co-Lab at SXSW will once again gather innovators and changemakers in conversation about women’s whole health, bringing diverse voices and perspectives that will pave the way for future advancement. For more information and updates, click here.

Sportico returns to the Four Seasons Austin as the official Sports Track at SXSW, March 9 – 11. Attendees can expect three days of unrivaled programming on the Sportico Podcast Stage in the picturesque East Lawn. Guests will hear from industry players including six-time NBA All Star Blake Griffin, three-time WNBA MVP and four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie, former NBA Center and LGBT Advocate Jason Collins, Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin, and two-time Olympic gold medalist Aly Wagner.

Quickly established as a marquee showcase of SXSW’s music festival, Rolling Stone returns to Austin with its second-annual Future of Music programming, taking place March 12 – 15 at ACL Live at The Moody Theater. Inspired by the spirit of SXSW, this four-night concert series celebrates the sounds of today and tomorrow, spanning all genres. The Future of Music showcase will be open to all SXSW badge holders and the public. Please note that badge holders will receive priority admission, and the public is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information click here.

Back by popular demand, Billboard's THE STAGE @ SXSW returns to Austin's Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park with a lineup of A-list talent across today's biggest genres. These must-see sets will take place March 14-16 during the SXSW Music Festival and are open to badge holders as well as general ticket buyers.

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About Penske Media

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, TVLine, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good www.pmc.com.

Entertainment Data Giant Luminate Acquires Quansic, Leader in Global Music Artist Identification Services

The Deal Fuels Luminate’s Mission to Unify Data within the Music Industry across Streaming, Publishing and Artist Services

LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 6, 2024 – Today, Luminate, the entertainment industry's most essential data partner, announced its acquisition of Quansic, a leader in global music artist identification services. Quansic, an international company operating out of France, maintains the world’s largest artist identification database which includes over 2.5 million ISNIs (artist identifiers) and 200 million asset identifiers. The deal was made as part of Luminate’s continued efforts to unify data for the entertainment industry, and more specifically due to Quansic’s expertise in the harmonization of metadata across record labels, streaming platforms, song publishers, and artist services within the music ecosystem.

Effective immediately, Quansic’s team will join Luminate, remaining under founder and chief scientist FX Nuttall. Nuttall, who has 20+ years of success constructing solutions to metadata discrepancies within music, most recently at YouTube, will report directly to Luminate CEO Rob Jonas.

Speaking on the announcement, Jonas said, “Quansic has earned the trust of many key leaders in the music data space, which is no surprise given the quality of the product and service FX and his team have built. We warmly welcome them into the Luminate family and look forward to collaborating and taking our music data offerings to the next level, especially as we close the gap between the disparate data that labels and publishers have historically relied on to drive their businesses forward.”

Nuttall added, “We are grateful to Rob and the Luminate team for seeing the value in what we’ve created at Quansic. Combining our unique data quality with Luminate’s scale, capabilities and influence is essential for advancing our vision to unify data within the music industry. We are eager to scale that work with Luminate and look forward to bringing unprecedented value to the music industry.”

Within Luminate, Quansic will continue operating its data enhancement services, which include improving the quality of identifiers within recording artists’ discographies and simplifying the process of claiming earned song royalties. Quansic’s clients will have the option to access Luminate’s industry-leading streaming and sales data. In addition to standalone products and services, Quansic’s data will be incorporated into Luminate’s new data platform, announced last year. The new platform is being launched in several phases over the coming months and currently serves record labels, artist management, music publishers and many other clients within and beyond the global music industry.

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ABOUT LUMINATE

Luminate is the preeminent entertainment data and insights company, unleashing access to the most essential, objective, and trustworthy information across music, film and television, with data compiled from hundreds of verified sources. Today, the company maintains its more than 30-year legacy of accurate storytelling by powering the iconic Billboard music charts, while also acting as the premiere database for the television and film industries. Working closely with record labels, artists, studios, production companies, networks, tech companies, and more, Luminate offers the most valued source of comprehensive, independent, and foundational entertainment data that drives industry forward. Luminate is an independently operated company and a subsidiary of PME TopCo., a joint venture between Penske Media Corporation and Eldridge.

Billboard Expands Footprint in Asia with The Launch of Billboard Korea

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January 13, 2024, New York, NY: Today, Billboard announced its expansion in the Asian marketplace with the launch of Billboard Korea in partnership with Global Entertainment Media Group (GEMG). This marks a significant milestone in the global music industry with a dedicated focus on the vibrant K-music scene. The highly anticipated first issue, "Billboard K Vol.1," is scheduled to be released in June.  

"Now that the status of K-artists and K-pop has risen worldwide, Billboard Korea will play a crucial role in promoting K-culture,” said Yuna Kim, Chairperson of Global Entertainment Media Group and publisher of Billboard Korea.  

“We are thrilled to announce our expansion into Korea,” said Mike Van, President of Billboard. “Billboard has long celebrated the rich contribution of Korean music across our platforms. This expansion is a significant milestone for our brand and underscores our dedication to amplifying the voices and talent that shape the vibrant Korean music scene.”  

Billboard Korea will be a cultural ambassador, allowing quicker information delivery to bridge the East and West. Billboard Korea will offer a comprehensive platform that not only amplifies Korean artists’ visibility but also fosters cultural exchanges and appreciation on a global scale.  

Billboard Korea is scheduled to launch its official website and digital platform in the spring of 2024 before publishing its first issue.  

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About Billboard: ‍

Billboard is the ultimate barometer of success in music. Through its iconic charts, breaking news, thought leadership, multi-platform storytelling and world class events, Billboard tracks the world’s top musicians and the business that powers them. Since its origin in 1894, music leaders and fans across the world look to Billboard as the most trusted source for music information, spanning 15 countries and published in 10 languages. The prestigious Billboard Music Awards are the only premium awards ceremony that recognize musicians for their undeniable achievements on the Billboard charts, using pure data to determine the winners, rather than relying on opaque committees or undisclosed voters to select the honorees giving fans maximum impact at each year's ceremony, as Billboard's chart data measures fans' engagement with their favorite music. Billboard’s other premium experiences range from the Billboard Power 100 to Billboard Women in Music, Billboard Latin Music Week, and Billboard Live, which connects the most impactful artists and industry leaders with fans from all cultures and corners of the globe.

Lachlan Cartwright Named THR’s Special Correspondent

January 11, 2024, Los Angeles, CA: Today, the The Hollywood Reporter (THR), announced that Lachlan Cartwright has been named Special Correspondent. In his new role Cartwright will cover media, entertainment and politics examining the power holders across industries. Cartwright will work bicoastally reporting into THR’s Co-Editors-in-Chief, Maer Roshan and Nekesa Mumbi Moody.  He begins his role on January 29, 2024.  

"After almost six scoop-filled years at The Daily Beast, I'm pumped to join The Hollywood Reporter and report from the power centers of New York, Hollywood and D.C. and create a new agenda setting newsletter,” said Cartwright. “For someone who loves breaking yarns, the opportunity to collaborate with Maer and Nekesa, along with the THR team, in this black swan year where the intersection of media, politics and entertainment will dominate the nation's agenda is too much of a compelling prospect to pass up. I can’t wait to get cracking.”

"We are thrilled to bring Lachlan onto the team. He is an undeniable talent with sharp instincts for breaking news, building audiences and analyzing the complexities of those in power across media, Hollywood and politics,” said Roshan. “I look forward to watching him enrich, augment and add dimension to our brand across platforms.”

“I’m delighted to welcome Lachlan to The Hollywood Reporter,” said Moody. “With his dogged reporting and penchant for delivering scoops, he’ll boost a top-notch team that is already distinguished for its great journalism.  We are excited for all that he will bring to THR.”

Since 2021, Cartwright served as Editor at Large for The Daily Beast and prior to that senior reporter for the publication. He created and helmed the must-read media weekly newsletter Confider, which regularly broke major stories about media and Hollywood and attracted a devoted subscriber base of top journalists and executives across the country. He was formerly an executive editor at American Media Inc. He was also a column editor and reporter at the New York Daily News and worked prior as a reporter at the New York Post and The Sun in London.

About The Hollywood Reporter

The Hollywood Reporter (THR) is a flagship entertainment media brand, offering in-depth reporting, analysis and thought-provoking reviews; unparalleled access, world-class photography and video; and feature exclusives in its award-winning weekly magazine and dynamic website. The Hollywood Reporter also boasts prestigious live events, industry-leading philanthropic, empowerment and diversity initiatives and hugely successful video series including the Emmy-nominated “Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter.”  It was named best entertainment publication at the 15th annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards in December 2022.

Erika Janes Named Editor-in-Chief of SHE Media’s Award-Winning Brand, SheKnows

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NewYork, NY, January 10, 2024: Today, SHE Media’s award-winning brand, SheKnows announced Erika Janes will take the helm as Editor-in-Chief, effective January 16, 2024. Recently recognized with several notable honors, including a Fierce Pharma Award, Viddy Platinum Award, Telly Silver, and Anthem 2nd Annual Silver Award,SheKnows is the premier lifestyle site for time-starved moms.

In her new role, Janes will oversee the continued growth and ongoing impact of SheKnows. The scope includes audience engagement, building brand awareness and executing SheKnows’s distribution, video, newsletter and community content strategies. She will report to Cristina Velocci, ChiefContent Officer of SHE Media.

“I’m absolutely thrilled to take on the role of Editor-in-Chief of SheKnows, my home for the past four-and-a-half years,” said Janes. “I’m honored to have the opportunity to continue to build and grow this incredible brand and further its mission to inform, inspire, and entertain today’s parent community.”

“Erika is not only an extraordinary editorial leader; she is also a committed advocate for gender equity and purposeful parenting,” said Samantha Skey, CEO of SHEMedia. “Over the past four plus years leading SheKnows editorial asDeputy Editor and then Executive Editor, the brand has received multiple awards for excellence in branded content and editorial innovation. In addition to her editorial brilliance, Erika is a trusted and respected member of theSHE Media executive team.”

Most recently serving as the Executive Editor of SheKnows, Janes brings more than a decade of experience as a writer, editor, and content strategist covering all things parenting. Prior to joining SheKnows, Janes was Managing Editor of Scholastic Parents Online and the Executive Editor of Parents.com. Her writing has appeared on SheKnows, The Bump,What To Expect, Real Simple, Parents, and Women’s Running, among other online publications.

Janes earned her degree in journalism from the University of Kansas, where she was a member of the Women’s Swimming and Diving team. She's also the mom of two boys who give her plenty of inspiration for her work. 

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About SheKnows

SheKnows is the premier lifestyle site for time-starved moms. SheKnows works to inform, inspire, support, and give voice to the moms of the world, all the while recognizing that they are more than parents. SheKnows is an inclusive community, serving moms holistically with a curated take on the most relevant health, entertainment, living, and parenting content. 

About SHE Media

As a top 10 lifestyle media company reaching 74+ million monthly visitors, SHE Media focuses on the power of content and community to move our culture forward. SHE Media believes that media companies can and should be a force for good in the world. The company’s rich editorial ranges from health, food, and family to career and entertainment.

SHE Media’s flagship brands, SheKnows, Flow Space, StyleCaster,Soaps and TVLine, produce award-winning lifestyle content and events that reflect the passion and purpose of the company. In addition to the flagship brands, the SHE Media Collective supports thousands of independent publishers and content creators with technology, education, and monetization opportunities to grow their businesses.

SHE Media has a longstanding commitment to the advancement of equity and inclusion through media. In 2021, SHE Media launched Meaningful Marketplaces enabling advertisers to buy media at scale from a community of women and minority-owned publishers, ensuring that independent media receives the economic support to thrive. SHE Media is also dedicated to advancing women’s health. In 2023, SHE Media launched Flow Space, an all-new digital and live media platform providing content, community, and commerce inservice of women’s whole life health.

Part of Penske Media Corporation (PMC), SHE Media is based in New York, with offices in Los Angeles. Follow SHE Media on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Los Angeles, CA, January 9, 2024: Today, Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced the elevation of Brian Levine to Senior Vice President, Revenue Operations, effective immediately. In his role, Levine will continue to oversee the digital revenue strategy and development for all PMC brands across several key areas including direct and programmatic sales, e-commerce, subscriptions and audience data. Brian is based in Los Angeles and will continue to report to Craig Perreault, PMC’s Chief Digital Officer.  

“I'm humbled and excited to continue my journey at PMC, particularly at this important inflection point in digital media,” said Levine.  As the Programmatic ecosystem constantly evolves and the importance of a robust data offering becomes increasingly evident, I look forward to creating new opportunities for PMC with our unparalleled advertising solutions. PMC's stellar portfolio of brands is well positioned for dramatic digital shifts, and I'm honored to be part of it.”

“Brian’s expertise in technology, user data and display advertising have been fundamental to our growth throughout the years, said George Grobar, President, PMC. “His deep understanding of the landscape and ability to nimbly maneuver through complexity have made him a leader on the team.”

“Brian has been an invaluable member of the team over the last 10 years at PMC and has helped grow and diversify our digital business. We are lucky to leverage his expertise and skillset and look forward to watching him continue to evolve and elevate our offering, said Perreault.”  

Since joining PMC in 2014, Brian has overseen all programmatic and user data initiatives across the business, producing consistent revenue growth within the programmatic category by driving the adoption of new technology partners, new ad products and performance optimization. He also collaborates heavily with product and ad operations teams on several initiatives to help keep PMC a leader in the digital publishing space. He most recently served as PMC’s Vice President, Revenue Operations.  Prior to PMC, Brian held various digital roles at media companies such as OpenX, News Corp and Viacom. He is a graduate of Arizona State University with BS in Communications.

About Penske Media Corporation    

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good www.pmc.com.    

Raina Kelley Named Editor-in-Chief, VIBE

Los Angeles, CA, December 13, 2023: Today, VIBE announced Raina Kelley will take the helm as Editor-in-Chief. Kelley will oversee the editorial direction and vision of VIBE, working closely with its new sister brand Variety. This marks a new chapter for VIBE as part of Variety’s brand portfolio which includes Variety, Variety VIP and now VIBE. Kelley will report into Ramin Setoodeh and Cynthia Littleton, Co-Editors-In Chief, Variety, who will expand their scopes as Editorial Directors of VIBE. Kelley will be based in the New York office. She officially begins her role January 2, 2024.  

“Vibe was founded to put hip hop and other forms of Black expression on the record as world-dominating art forms,” said Kelley. “It is my absolute pleasure and honor to step in as editor in chief of this venerable brand and to expand its coverage into other areas beyond music — everywhere hip hop is already ascendant.”

“We’re thrilled to welcome Raina to the Variety family,” said Setoodeh and Littleton. “Raina brings with her an incredibly rare set of skills and experiences across politics, sports and media. She will be instrumental in maintaining VIBE’s unique voice of authority and infusing her perspective into all of our initiatives. We look forward to VIBE’s exciting evolution ahead.”

Kelley was most recently the Vice President and Editor-in-Chief of Andscape, a Black media platform dedicated to creating, highlighting, and uplifting the diverse stories of Black identity. She was responsible for the editorial direction, policies, strategy and oversight for projects undertaken by Andscape, a reimagination, expansion and diversification of The Undefeated. Kelley assumed this role in May 2021, after serving as The Undefeated’s managing editor for five years.  

Before joining The Undefeated, Kelley served as deputy editor at ESPN The Magazine. She was a leading driver of ESPN’s long-form journalism across different platforms (print, digital and audio-visual) and worked closely with some of the company’s preeminent storytellers.

Kelley joined ESPN in May 2011 as a senior editor at ESPN The Magazine, responsible for the publication’s coverage of the National Football League, tennis, action sports, the Olympics and ESPN Enterprise Unit. She was a senior editorial leadership team member responsible for successfully merging ESPN’s print and digital content units under one umbrella.

Before ESPN, Kelley was a writer for Newsweek. She penned a column on American culture, usually on race, gender, and politics for the magazine, Newsweek.com, and Newsweek/Daily Beast. Kelley joined Newsweek in 2003 as an associate editor and left as a staff writer in 2011. While at Newsweek, she appeared on numerous television programs to discuss her cultural criticism, including the Charlie Rose Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show and CNN’s American Morning.

The 2008 Presidential campaign and eventual election of America’s first African American President offered Kelley a unique opportunity to delve into thought-provoking commentary and experiential writing about race in America. At Newsweek, she won several NY NABJ awards for her work on race and culture and was a 2010 Newswomen’s Club of NY Front Page Award winner for her contribution to a Newsweek.com package entitled “The Beauty Advantage.”

Kelley is a graduate of Yale University, with a degree in theater arts and started her professional career as a staff member at the Aboutface Theater Company (AFTC).

About VIBE:
VIBE is a premier destination for music, entertainment and cultural content for a global multicultural audience. For more than 25 years, VIBE has been influential in chronicling celebrities, sounds, fashion and events from hip hop and R&B to the converging modern landscape. Today, VIBE highlights the manifestations of social justice while sparking dialogue that informs as well as issues change.  

About Variety:

Variety is the #1 entertainment news brand*. Now celebrating 118 years of award-winning breaking news reporting, insightful award-season coverage, must-read feature spotlights, and intelligent analysis of the industry’s most prominent players, Variety remains the most trusted source for the business of global entertainment. Read by a highly engaged audience of industry insiders, executive level professionals and decision makers, Variety’s multi-platform content coverage expands across digital, mobile, social, print, as well as podcasts, branded content, data, events and summits. Variety is the vital read in every entertainment capital. *Comscore Media Metrix Top 100 Ent News, October 2022. For more information, please visit www.variety.com.

WWD Names Eugenia Miranda Richman Editor-In-Chief  

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December 18, 2023, New York, NY— Today, WWD announced Eugenia Miranda Richman as the new Editor-in-Chief, effective January 16, 2024. In this role, Richman, a seasoned journalist and digital media expert will oversee the WWD editorial team in the development of its award-winning breaking news and business content, and guide the evolution and expansion of its print, web, social, video and ecommerce initiatives as the brand continues its mission to connect the global fashion community through insightful news and business analysis. Eugenia will report to Jim Fallon, Editorial Director, Fairchild Media Group.  

"I am honored and humbled to take on such a responsibility — the digital evolution of a legendary New York institution," said Richman. WWD's legacy and authority in the fashion industry is unrivaled, and I look forward to working with Jim to amplify it to a wider audience. With our complementary backgrounds, Jim and I will be able to diversify the brand and business to its fullest potential. It's a very exciting moment for WWD."

“Over the course of her seven and a half years at PMC and most recently SheKnows, Eugenia has successfully grown a robust ecommerce business, created an award-winning video strategy and elevated the look and feel of the brand,” said Jay Penske, Chairman, Founder and CEO, Penske Media. “Eugenia leads with dedication and passion for her work, and I look forward to watching what she does in this role.”

“We cannot be more excited to welcome Eugenia as Editor-in-Chief of WWD and are eager for her to bring her deep expertise and extensive background in digital media to help continue the digital transformation of WWD, which is already seeing historic highs in traffic,” said Fallon. “Working with Eugenia, the goal is to reinforce WWD’s global authority, grow such new initiatives as WWD Weekend and reach even more readers and followers across all of our platforms.”

“We are thrilled to have Eugenia joining the Fairchild team”, said Amanda Smith, Fairchild Media Group President.  “As WWD expands and innovates its product offerings across platforms and categories, her leadership and vast experience in building brand communities and connecting with audiences in new and innovative ways will be a huge asset to the future of the brand, and to all our partners. I am excited for the endless possibilities this represents.”

Eugenia Miranda Richman is an award-winning editorial leader with a track record developing audience, brands, and businesses. She previously served as the Editor-in-Chief of SheKnows, where she not only doubled its readership but elevated its look, feel, and coverage. Under her leadership, SheKnows launched new editorial products including glossy digital issues and topical virtual events and won awards. During her tenure, she grew users by 100% and page views 180%. Prior to joining She Media, Richman served as the Digital Director for Footwear News, where she grew the brand's digital reach by 1000% and built its commerce business.  

Richman has also held editor positions at Vogue.com, xoJane.com, Café Media, and Diverse: Issues In Higher Education. She has also written for InStyle, Billboard, Marie Claire, Cosmo for Latinas, Glam Belleza Latina, NBCNewYork.com, Woman’s Day, Mundo Hispánico, and Atlanta Latino, where she won an award from the National Association of Hispanic Publications for Best Political Story.  

About WWD

For 100+ years WWD, a property of Fairchild Media Group, has been the media of record—and THE industry voice of authority—for executives in the global women’s and men’s fashion, retail and beauty communities, as well as related sectors from entertainment to real estate and tech. Often referred to as “the fashion bible,” WWD provides up-to-the-moment business news, in-depth analysis and key trends to a dedicated readership of retailers, designers, manufacturers, marketers, financiers, Wall Street analysts, international moguls, media executives, ad agencies, celebrities, influencers and trend-makers. As an increasingly complex marketplace demands information and competitive intelligence, WWD delivers with frequency, integrity, independence, spirited coverage, and a long tradition that demands staffers get the story right – and that they get it first.

About Penske Media  

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good www.pmc.com.

Datwon Thomas Named Executive Producer, Talent, Dick Clark Productions

Thomas Will Continue to Serve as VIBE's Editor-at-Large, as well as Vice President of Culture and Media at PMC

Los Angeles, CA, December 12, 2023: Today, Dick Clark Productions (DCP) announced the appointment of Datwon Thomas to a newly created role, Executive Producer, Talent, DCP, effective immediately. In his role, Thomas will be part of DCP’s in-house talent team, collaborating on talent strategy, relations, bookings, and creative, leveraging his unrivaled experience from his 13-year stewardship of VIBE. Thomas will work out of both the New York and Los Angeles offices.  

Thomas will also assume the role of Editor-at-Large, VIBE, supporting big-picture strategy for the brand. In addition, he will maintain his role as PMC’s Vice President, Culture and Media, building diversity initiatives and programs for the company.  

“We’re very excited to have Datwon bring his experience and unmatched expertise in Hip-Hop and R&B to DCP,” said Jay Penske, Chairman, Founder and CEO, Penske Media, CEO, Dick Clark Productions. “His deep relationships and innate creative sensibilities will be instrumental in shaping the future vision of DCP’s world-class portfolio of shows.”  

“I am thrilled to start this new chapter in my media and entertainment career,” said Datwon Thomas. “My time as Editor-in-Chief of VIBE has been incredibly rewarding. I want to thank my staff of all eras for their hard work and support. Entering this new role is a valued achievement and one I take as an honor. I have been consulting with the DCP team for years, and during that time, my love of the rush of live television has grown. I look forward to getting even more involved in all aspects of great projects with amazing talent.”

Most recently, Thomas served as VIBE’s Editor-In-Chief. During this time, he pioneered new Hip-Hop and R&B media initiatives and created platforms to showcase and discover emerging and established artists.  

Since 2019, Thomas has worked closely with the DCP team as a consulting producer for flagship programs, including the American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, Academy of Country Music Awards, and Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest.  

Prior to VIBE and PMC, Thomas held positions as Founder and Editorial Director of the men's lifestyle guide KING Magazine, the urban car enthusiast's favorite, RIDES Magazine. He was the Editor-in-Chief of hip-hop's street authority, XXL Magazine. In addition, he also presided as Founder/Editorial Director of XXL Presents Hip-Hop Soul, a publication dedicated to documenting the successful hybrid genre of R&B and Hip-Hop.  

Thomas worked in the digital content space as Editor-In-Chief of Hookt.com and was also the COO/EIC of GlobalGrind.com. Thomas is also a sought-after and recognized television commentator, moderator, and host.  

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About Dick Clark Productions:

Dick Clark Productions is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," “Golden Globe Awards,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is a Penske Media company. For more information, please visit www.DickClark.com.

Penske Media Corporation:  

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience of over 300 million globally. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good.  PMC is committed to fostering a working environment that is inclusive and responsible, where we value a company culture built on all backgrounds, voices, and experiences.  For more information on the company, please visit www.PMC.com

About VIBE:

VIBE is a premier destination for music, entertainment and cultural content for a global multicultural audience. For more than 25 years, VIBE has been influential in chronicling celebrities, sounds, fashion and events from hip hop and R&B to the converging modern landscape. Today, VIBE highlights the manifestations of social justice while sparking dialogue that informs as well as issues change.

Brooke Jaffe Elevated to Senior Vice President of Public Affairs & Strategy at Penske Media

November 21, 2023, Los Angeles, CA: Today. Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced that, effective immediately, Brooke Jaffe has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Public Affairs & Strategy. Jaffe began working at PMC in 2019 and most recently held the role of Vice President of Public Affairs & Communications. 

In her role, Jaffe will continue to help accelerate and grow new and existing businesses across PMC and its vast portfolio of 30+ brands and counting. Over the last few years, she has added oversight of Dick Clark ProductionsPublic Relations to her scope and served as a part of LA3C’s core leadership team building the LA-focused festival from the ground up. She will continue driving impactful communications strategies to support PMC and its entire portfolio of brands internally and externally, including media communication, brand amplification, corporate messaging, information dissemination, and issue management.  Jaffe's work will also include engaging and influencing public policy, including fostering relationships with outside organizations that align with PMC’s business and its mission to be a force for good in our communities.  

“Brooke is such a vital and trusted partner to me and our entire senior leadership team,” said Jay Penske, CEO, Chairman, and Founder, Penske Media Corporation and CEO Dick Clark Productions. “She brings positivity, creativity, drive, strategic thinking, and collaboration to every business at PMC. We are very thankful and proud to have Brooke on our team.” 

Before joining Penske Media, Jaffe served as Bloomingdale’s Women’s Fashion Director for over a decade, where she was responsible for determining business trends, discovering emerging talent, and directing the merchandise selection for the company nationwide.  She also developed innovative partnerships, led external-facing brand messaging, and was a company spokesperson. 

A seasoned executive and spokesperson, Jaffe brings over 20 years of experience to her role across editorial, retail, television production, on-camera expertise, writing, brand building, and business strategy. 

Jaffe began her career in Vogue magazine’s accessories department as an Assistant Editor. She then joined InStyle magazine, where she held the position of Accessories Editor. Jaffe graduated cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania with a BA in English and Theater Arts.  

About Penske MediaCorporation 

Penske MediaCorporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience of over 300 million globally. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick ClarkProductions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com andLuminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life isBeautiful, Latin Music Week, and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also force for good. PMC is committed to fostering an inclusive and responsible working environment, where we value a company culture built on all backgrounds, voices, and experiences.For information on the company, please visit www.PMC.com  

The Hollywood Reporter Announces Partnership With AMC Networks’ SundanceTV and AMC+ on New TV Series: “Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter”  

The show will be hosted by Emmy-nominated actress and comedian Yvonne Orji, and will be filmed at The Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica  

November 15, 2023, Los Angeles: Today, The Hollywood Reporter (THR) announced a partnership with AMC Networks’ SundanceTV and AMC+ for the new TV series “Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter.” THR’s famed Roundtables, which have become a hallmark of career achievement for A-list talent from Jennifer Lawrence and Pedro Pascal to Martin Scorsese and Lady Gaga, will be reimagined for broadcast, offering a fresh perspective on a classic, showcasing the collective brilliance of the entertainment industry's finest and funniest minds as never before.  

“This series will celebrate the rich history and legacy of THR's Roundtable conversations,” said Elisabeth D. Rabishaw, executive producer and publisher of The Hollywood Reporter. "We’re thrilled to be taking this journey with AMC Networks to bring ‘Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter’ to life in a visually captivating and compelling format.”  

“We’re overjoyed to introduce ‘Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter.’ It’s an opportunity for us to continue to give fans unparalleled access to the buzziest conversations and behind-the-scenes moments with today’s hottest stars and industry titans,” said Nekesa Mumbi Moody, co-editor-in-chief and executive producer.  

Added Maer Roshan, co-editor-in-chief and executive producer: “We’re proud to amplify our signature Roundtables, one of THR’s most important legacy franchises, which has delivered authentic, intimate conversations, in partnership with AMC Networks.”

Boasting an all-new cinematic format, “Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter” will feature Emmy-nominated actress and comedian Yvonne Orji as host. "I’m thrilled to be a part of this new iteration of a series that has, for years, highlighted brilliant conversations and offered profound insight between filmmakers and the talented creatives who’ve brought us the films we’ve come to know and love,” said Orji.

With conversations moderated by THR’s Rebecca Keegan, Scott Feinberg, Mesfin Fekadu, and Mia Galuppo, the series will be filmed on location in The Georgian Room at The Georgian Hotel, the iconic Hollywood hangout in Santa Monica. The series is set to premiere exclusively on SundanceTV on Sundays from Dec. 31 through Jan. 14 for awards season, followed by streaming on AMC+. Look for the complete Roundtable videos on THR.com/Roundtables and YouTube after broadcast.  

“Our audiences look forward to hearing directly from the stars and creators responsible for entertainment’s most talked-about films. A glamorous room, famous faces, and a fresh new approach to this beloved format are sure to set the stage for lively conversations we’re excited to exclusively host on our various platforms,” said Blake Callaway, EVP of Content Strategy, AMC Networks.  

With an illustrious history spanning decades, THR is the preeminent source of entertainment news, offering readers unparalleled access to the industry's top talent and visionaries. Each episode of "Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter" will showcase a dynamic ensemble of actors, directors, writers, creatives, and more and delve deep into the urgent issues, creative methodologies, and behind-the-scenes narratives that define the industry.  

About The Hollywood Reporter:  

The Hollywood Reporter (THR) is a flagship entertainment media brand that offers in-depth reporting, analysis and thought-provoking reviews; unparalleled access, world-class photography and video; and exclusive features in its award-winning weekly magazine and dynamic website. THR also boasts prestigious live events; industry-leading philanthropic, empowerment and diversity initiatives; and hugely successful video series including the Emmy®-nominated “Close Up With The Hollywood Reporter.” THR was named best entertainment publication at the 15th annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards in December.    ‍

About SundanceTV:

Since its launch in 1996, SundanceTV has remained true to founder Robert Redford’s mission to celebrate creativity and distinctive storytelling through unique voices and narratives found in the best independent films. From delivering critically acclaimed Emmy®, Golden Globe® and Peabody Award-winning television featuring some of the world’s most talented creators and performers, to showcasing some of the most compelling and iconic films across genres and generations, SundanceTV is a smart and thought-provoking entertainment destination. SundanceTV is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc.; its sister networks include AMC, IFC, BBC America and WE tv. SundanceTV is available across all platforms, including on-air, online at www.sundancetv.com, on demand and mobile.  

About AMC+: 

AMC+ is the company’s premium streaming bundle featuring an extensive lineup of popular and critically acclaimed original programming from AMC, BBC America, IFC, and SundanceTV and full access to targeted streaming services Shudder, Sundance Now and IFC Films Unlimited, which feature content such as A Discovery of Witches, Creepshow, and Boyhood. The service features a continually refreshed library of commercial-free content, with iconic series from the AMC Networks portfolio including Mad Men, Halt & Catch Fire, Hell on Wheels, Turn: Washington’s Spies, Rectify, Portlandia, Orphan Black and series from The Walking Dead Universe, among many others. The service also offers a growing slate of original and exclusive series including Gangs of London, Dark Winds, and the first two series in a new Anne Rice universe, Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire and Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches. With new movies released every Friday, AMC+ is the newest destination for exclusive film premieres direct from theaters all year long. AMC+ is available in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Spain and is available in the U.S. through AMCPlus.com, the AMC+ app, and a number of digital and cable partners.

Penske Media Corporation, One of Los Angeles’ Largest Employers Moves its Headquarters to LUMEN West LA

The experiential office campus reimagines the modern workplace with light-infused next-generation design and a fluid indoor-outdoor campus, setting the stage for creativity and collaboration in the heart of LA’s beloved Sawtelle.

LOS ANGELES – November 1, 2023 – Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced the relocation of its Los Angeles headquarters to LUMEN West LA, adjacent to Los Angeles’ historic Sawtelle. The property, owned and developed by McCarthy Cook and Northwood Investors, spanning 3.6 acres, is an unprecedented indoor-outdoor campus featuring 1.5 acres of private outdoor event space and state-of-the-art amenities and features.  

With over 125,000 square feet, PMC is Lumen’s largest tenant and will occupy seven floors across the East Tower for its corporate offices and iconic portfolio of media brands, including Variety, Billboard, Golden Globes, The Hollywood Reporter, Luminate, Rolling Stone, Deadline, Dick Clark Productions, Robb Report, WWD, SHE Media, and more. PMC’s headquarters will include a ground-floor screening room, on-site production facilities, music studios, and podcast studios.  

“We have moved our Los Angeles headquarters to LUMEN West after visiting every leading contemporary office building across the market. Simply put, there isn’t a better building for our teams and brands for our organization's future growth,” said Jay Penske, CEO, Chairman, and Founder, Penske Media Corporation. “As our business has scaled over the last decade in California, it has left us with four different office towers, and thankfully, this transaction allows us to bring nearly 30 operating businesses under one roof at LUMEN.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Penske Media Corporation to LUMEN West and know their creative teams will fast embrace its light-infused, airy environments, game-changing experiential and collaborative workspaces, and amazing proximity to Sawtelle, which inspired much of our design throughout the process,” said Edward Cook III, Co-President of McCarthy Cook & Co. “LUMEN West puts people first. It is an evolved indoor-outdoor experiential office and neighborhood campus unlike any other in LA. PMC’s decision affirms it is emerging as a new destination for leading creative entertainment and technology companies.’’  

Adjacent to the Sawtelle, a district designated by the City of Los Angeles as a cultural enclave with significant history and a village with a vibe anchored by over forty boutique and wonderfully eclectic restaurants in West Los Angeles, the LUMEN West campus located at 11355 West Olympic Boulevard offers nearly 550,000 square feet of office space with 1.5 acres of private outdoor event space and gathering spaces including a great lawn for events, indoor-outdoor conference & entertainment pavilion, work & social cabanas, training fitness gym, lockers & showers, basketball court, pickleball court, chef gardens, Japanese-inspired rooftop beer garden, and more. Open-air lobbies, stairways, and bridges seamlessly connect social and entertainment amenities punctuated by 16,000 square feet of restaurant space anchored on the Ground floor overlooking Olympic Blvd., providing unparalleled culinary options for employees.    

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About Penske Media Corporation    

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience of over 300 million globally. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good.  PMC is committed to fostering a working environment that is inclusive and responsible, where we value a company culture built on all backgrounds, voices, and experiences.  For more information on the company, please visit www.PMC.com

About McCarthy Cook & Company  

Founded in 1995 by Thomas McCarthy and Edward W. Cook, McCarthy Cook & Company (MCC) invests in creative media/entertainment, life science, and technology properties in the major metropolitan markets of the Western United States. MCC is a vertically integrated real estate operating and development company. MCC co-invests with institutional partners including Oxford, PGIM Real Estate, Northwood Investors, Northwestern Mutual Life, JP Morgan Investment Management, Morgan Stanley Real Estate, Canyon Capital Advisors, the Blackstone Group, and Rialto.  

McCarthy Cook has completed over $5.8 billion in transactions. Its current portfolio encompasses 3.1 million sq. ft. of space in Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Orange County, San Francisco, and Mountain View. MCC has a seasoned team of local investment, development, and management professionals throughout California. The Firm’s Southern California offices are in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego, while MCC maintains a Northern California office in San Francisco and Mountain View.  

About Northwood Investors  

Northwood is a privately-owned, employee-held registered investment advisor that was founded in 2006 by John Z. Kukral, former President and CEO of Blackstone Real Estate Advisors. Northwood employs a fundamental, value-driven investment strategy, pursuing attractive risk-adjusted returns while limiting downside risk. Northwood invests alongside institutional and private clients in a broad range of real estate and real estate-related investment opportunities across the US and Europe, with approximately $10 billion of assets under management as of December 31, 2021. The Northwood team has deep experience in sourcing, executing, and managing real estate transactions worldwide, ranging from office buildings and shopping centers to hotels and residential investments. For more information about Northwood Investors, please visit www.northwoodinvestors.com  

Penske Media Elevates George Grobar to President

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Los Angeles, CA, October 19, 2023: Today, Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced that George Grobar will be promoted to the role of company President, effective immediately. Grobar, who has been at PMC for 14 years, has held the title of Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the company's operating units and many of the corporate departments. He most recently led the integration of The Hollywood Reporter and Billboard into PMC and managed a portfolio of PMC’s music and entertainment brands and corporate planning functions.  

As President, he will expand his scope with oversight of the entire PMC brand portfolio, including 26 business units (brands) and counting. Grobar will continue to have a seat on PMC’s board of directors. He reports directly to Jay Penske, Chairman, Founder, and CEO of PMC.  

Grobar joined PMC as Chief Financial Officer in 2009 and built the company's financial planning infrastructure, helped lead many acquisitions, built a PMC joint venture operation in India, and worked with the company's growing portfolio of operating units.  Grobar's promotion coincides with Penske Media's significant growth and expansion over the last three years.

“George has been instrumental in making PMC the company it is today," said Penske. “His consistent partnership and deep understanding of our business have been invaluable to our continued growth and success. We are thrilled to recognize George’s leadership, loyalty, and unwavering commitment to the team and our brands.”

“I feel incredibly proud when I look back at how far we have come in the last 14 years, and even more excited about what the next 14 will hold,” said Grobar. Working alongside a visionary and great operator like Jay Penske has been the opportunity of a lifetime. We are just starting, and I can’t wait for what’s next.”

Grobar brings over 35 years of financial and operational experience in new media, consumer products, and technology enterprises to his role at PMC. Before joining PMC, George spent 13 years at The Walt Disney Company, including launching a new strategic business from the ground up, as Senior Vice President of Disney Mobile.  Before moving to Disney Mobile, George held several senior positions, including Vice President of Disney E-commerce, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Disney Direct Marketing and Walt Disney Art Classics, and the Director of Business Operations and control for Disney Consumer Products. Prior to Disney, George was with Unisys for eight years, working in the Corporate Treasury organization and progressing to Senior Manager roles in Finance and Product Management in the manufacturing, software development, and hardware engineering groups in Southern California.

George has a B.A. degree in Economics and English, magna cum laude, from Amherst College in Massachusetts and an MBA in Finance from the University of Michigan.

About Penske Media

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good www.pmc.com.

Celine Perrot-Johnson Named Penske Media Corporation's Executive Vice President, Operations and Finance

October 2, 2023, New York, NY: Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced that Celine Perrot-Johnson has been appointed Executive Vice President, Operations and Finance, joining PMC’s existing operating executives, Paul Rainey and Tom Finn in a newly added role starting today. This augmentation to operational business leadership comes as Penske Media’s portfolio has expanded and diversified exponentially over the last three years, spanning print and digital media, live events, festivals, and real estate.  Perrot-Johnson will report to George Grobar, PMC’s Chief Operating Officer, and will be based in New York.

In her role, Perrot-Johnson will oversee the business operations of PMC’s Fashion, Luxury, Art, and Women’s Interest brands in close collaboration with existing editorial and business leadership.

Before joining PMC, Perrot-Johnson was the CFO of Complex Networks, where she led the company through an in-depth financial transformation and guided its acquisition by Buzzfeed. Prior to that, she was the head of the Paramount Global Corporate FP&A team. She oversaw the consolidated Paramount forecast, communicated financial results to the Board, and managed the company incentive plan.

"We're so proud to add Celine to our team during this time of growth at PMC," said Jay Penske, CEO, Chairman, and Founder, PMC. "Celine brings incredible business acumen, strong operational leadership, and invaluable insights to this role, and I have no doubt she will be instrumental in shaping our strategy and success as we set the stage for the company's next twenty years."

“Celine is a strategic leader with extensive experience in the media and entertainment space,” said Grobar. “She brings a blend of deep financial and operational experience that has made her a trusted partner to executive teams, investment partners, Boards, and corporate advisors globally throughout her career.  We are excited to add another proven leader to our team in NYC and look forward to the continuing evolution of the PMC brands under her leadership.”  

"I am thrilled and honored to be joining PMC and working with the management of its luxury, fashion, and art brands,” said Perrot-Johnson. “What an amazing opportunity to bring my financial, strategic, and operational expertise to a global leader in the media industry, which has assembled and grown a unique portfolio of iconic brands. I look forward to collaborating with PMC's visionary leaders and content creators to support the organization's powerful cultural voice and expanding reach."

About Penske Media Corporation    

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good www.pmc.com.    

Ellie Duque Named President of Deadline and Chief Revenue Officer of Gold Derby

September 26, 2023, Los Angeles, CA: Today, Deadline named Ellie Duque its new President and Chief Revenue Officer, Gold Derby. As the established voice in the entertainment industry, Deadline’s new leadership is part of a strategy to bring its authority to a broader range of events, platforms, and consumer-facing formats. Duque will report to Tom Finn, Penske Media Corporation's Executive Vice President of Operations and Finance in Los Angeles. She officially starts her new role on October 9^th, 2023.  

“Ellie is a seasoned executive within the entertainment and media industries with a real talent for leading teams and driving revenue across multiple business categories,” said Finn. “Her stellar reputation, strong relationships, and creative approach make her an ideal fit for this role. We look forward to watching her innovate and expand Deadline’s footprint, bringing a new perspective to the business.”  

In her new role, Duque will oversee Deadline and Gold Derby’s revenue streams and business operations across all platforms, leading sales, marketing, international, licensing, and creative strategies, including social media, video, and events, with responsibility for the P & L for both brands.  Duque joins Deadline and Gold Derby from 101 Studios, where she served as Executive Vice President of Brand Partnerships and was responsible for realizing partnership opportunities across various properties, channels and content.  Previously, she served as SVP of Sales, Service, and Sponsorship at On Location, representing Rightsholders such as the NFL, NCAA, and O&O properties UFC and New York Fashion Week. Duque spent five years as the SVP and Publisher for Entertainment Weekly and EW.com. Her leadership on the innovation team resulted in launching the Audio, OTT, and Digital first-to-market initiatives.

“Deadline is a powerful platform that has proven to be even more essential and relevant as Hollywood evolves,” said Duque. “I’m excited to return to my media roots and work with this incredible team to bring new ideas to these industry-leading brands.”

“We are a close-knit team at Deadline and are so proud of what we’ve built over the last 17 years,” said Nellie Andreeva and Mike Fleming, Co-Editor-In-Chiefs, Deadline. “It was important to find someone who truly understands who we are and where we want to go. Ellie’s deep understanding of the entertainment industry and collaborative nature excite us for what the future holds as we continue to build and expand our brand.”

About Deadline

Deadline Hollywood (Deadline.com) first began in March 2006 as Deadline Hollywood Daily. The site was purchased by PMC in 2009 and has since become an authoritative source for breaking news in the entertainment industry, regularly included on lists of top entertainment websites. Influential industry thought leaders and key decision-makers in the entertainment, financial and other business fields track Deadline.com for news breaks multiple times a day. Due to its avid audience, Deadline.com’s postings regularly receive more reader comments than all entertainment industry news sites combined.

About Gold Derby

Gold Derby famously presents four sets of Oscar, Emmy, Grammy and other predictions for comparison and analysis: Experts (journalists from Entertainment Weekly, USA Today, etc.), Gold Derby’s Editors, Top 24 Users (who scored best predicting the same awards last year) and all site Users. The predictions are listed in various charts, then aggregated into racetrack odds and percentages that are applied by site users to wager points. Gold Derby thus operates as a true racetrack – for entertainment gaming purposes only. Site users may compete individually or in leagues. Scores are issued after every awards competition and winners are ballyhooed.