CNN's New CEO Thompson Takes Charge, Paving the Way for Long-Term Success
CNN has appointed Mark Thompson as its new CEO, following the firing of former CEO Chris Licht. Thompson, the former CEO of The New York Times, will focus on building digital subscription businesses around CNN.com and creating programming for a younger audience on CNN Max. He aims to make CNN a sustainable business for the next five years and will explore the integration of Bleacher Report with CNN.com. Thompson's experience in growing the Times' subscription digital business is expected to benefit CNN's digital strategy. He will also have the opportunity to develop new shows on CNN Max, targeting a younger demographic.