Chenoweth, 41, replaces Brendan Hopkins who retires at the end of this year. Chenoweth, whose appointment is effective on January 1, 2011, has had a distinguished, varied and successful career with a proven track record in media, communications and technology, according to APN.
The appointment will serve to drive APN’s expansion of its multi-media and integrated audiences in both existing and new markets. Brett is currently managing director and head of Asia-Pacific for The Silverfern Group, a New York-based specialist merchant bank.
Gavin O’ Reilly, chairman of APN says, “Brett’s experience in growing content-based businesses will enable APN to accelerate efforts to serve its high value audiences with an expanded range of content and services.
“He will also be focused on deploying technology enablers that drive improved returns for marketers eager to reach APN’s audiences on all platforms.” “We believe Brett has the right blend of operational and strategic experience required to lead APN’s expansion of its multi-media and integrated audiences.”
Commenting on his appointment, Chenoweth says, “I am very excited to be joining APN. The media industry globally has changed fundamentally and APN’s quality media assets are positioned with a long runway for growth. We have a foundation of great content and we’ll be working to ensure marketers are deriving maximum value from the audiences who enjoy that content.
Chenoweth’s remuneration comprises a base salary of $1.5m per annum plus short and long term incentives consistent with market practice.
Coinciding with this announcement, APN has also appointed John Harvey as an independent, non-executive director, which will take effect from January 1, 2011. Harvey, 58, is the former senior partner, managing partner Auckland and member of the governance board of Price Waterhouse Coopers New Zealand.
Also as part of the programme, Donal Buggy and Cameron O’Reilly will retire from the APN Board as and from December 31.
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