From Deadline · Max Goldbart · · 50s
Channel 4 Appoints Compton and Katz Replacement
Channel 4 names Louisa Compton and Ian Katz's replacement as new board members.
In brief
Channel 4 names Louisa Compton and Ian Katz's replacement as new board members. Channel 4 appoints Louisa Compton as executive board member and Ian Katz's replacement as head of programmes. Originally reported by Deadline.
Channel 4 Board Appoints
Channel 4's news and digital boss Louisa Compton will join the Gogglebox network's board as an executive member.
Compton's Role
Compton oversees news, current affairs, factual content, sport, digital commissioning, and audience trust.
Katz Replacement
Ian Katz's upcoming replacement as head of programmes will also sit on the board.
Board Members
The board includes CEO Priya Dogra, CFO Lucy Thomas, chair Geoff Cooper, and non-executive directors.
Compton's Background
Compton has been a rising star at Channel 4 for years, now directing news, digital, and audience trust.
The big picture
Channel 4 appoints Louisa Compton as executive board member and Ian Katz's replacement as head of programmes.
