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Christy Tanner is a media and technology executive who's been called a “visionary” and…
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What the US and European TV markets can learn from one another
What the US and European TV markets can learn from one another
By Christy Tanner
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Thrilled to join the Georgetown Tech Alliance board. We work to deepen ties between the University and the tech community and help students start…
Thrilled to join the Georgetown Tech Alliance board. We work to deepen ties between the University and the tech community and help students start…
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After years of hope and hype, batteries are on the cusp of a revolution that is set to reshape transport and energy production. Ignacio Fariza S. has…
After years of hope and hype, batteries are on the cusp of a revolution that is set to reshape transport and energy production. Ignacio Fariza S. has…
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Experience
Education
Volunteer Experience
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Chair of the Board of Directors and Member of Executive Committee
Digital Content Next
- 7 years 9 months
• Elected Chair and served multiple terms on the Executive Committee of the influential trade association for global media companies, providing guidance and leadership during transformational period of the industry in which business models and content strategies radically shifted. Served as Treasurer and on Compensation and Nominating Committees, while improving governance and honing strategic focus of the non-profit organization.
• Evaluated and made recommendations on M&A…• Elected Chair and served multiple terms on the Executive Committee of the influential trade association for global media companies, providing guidance and leadership during transformational period of the industry in which business models and content strategies radically shifted. Served as Treasurer and on Compensation and Nominating Committees, while improving governance and honing strategic focus of the non-profit organization.
• Evaluated and made recommendations on M&A opportunities.
• Established practices to help member companies achieve their financial goals and encouraged new programming and resources for members to capitalize on emerging technologies.
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Co-chair and head of advisory board
Reykjavík Global Forum Women Leaders
- Present 5 years 11 months
Current Head of Advisory Board and 2018 Co-Chair of global network of more than 10,000 senior and influential women in business, government and NGOs. Advise leadership on governance, fundraising, mission, and strategy for growing the impact and influence of this annual conference of high-level, senior leaders from public-private backgrounds.
• Developed media strategy to showcase the Reykjavik Global Forum’s annual research study on how women are perceived as leaders globally.
•…Current Head of Advisory Board and 2018 Co-Chair of global network of more than 10,000 senior and influential women in business, government and NGOs. Advise leadership on governance, fundraising, mission, and strategy for growing the impact and influence of this annual conference of high-level, senior leaders from public-private backgrounds.
• Developed media strategy to showcase the Reykjavik Global Forum’s annual research study on how women are perceived as leaders globally.
• Provided programming guidance to bring significant global attention to important leaders and topics, including the story of Maria Ressa, the Philippine journalist who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize two years after first speaking to the forum. -
President of the Board of Directors
Lucerne BC
- Present 7 years
President of the Board of Directors of non-profit community nature resource established in the early 1900s to protect and enhance one of Maine's most treasured outdoor landmarks. Elected for consecutive terms by 1,000+ member-stakeholders. Established strong governance processes, transparency and long-term financial stability through fundraising and strategic capital improvement planning. Work closely with local government to ensure sustainability of land use and open community access.
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Global Chair, Groton Women’s Network, Groton School
Groton Womens Network
- 7 years 4 months
Education
• Global Chair of alum network of Groton School from 2014-2017 during a period of substantial expansion of reach and mission. Established new governance mechanisms to improve accountability and transparency for the organization. Worked closely with school leadership and other alum orgs to impact fundraising and influence. Launched new networking and mentoring opportunities for recent alumni and current students. Served as NYC co-chair from 2010 to 2013.
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Mentor
Women in Streaming Media
- Present 2 years
Honors & Awards
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Digital Changemakers Top 50
Digiday
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Technology Leadership Award
Broadcasting & Cable
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Top Women in Media
Folio
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Top Women in Digital
Cynopsis
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Top News and Information Site
The Webby Awards
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Corporate Visionary
Cynopsis
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Best Entertainment Site
EPPY Awards
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W3 Gold Award, Best Entertainment Website
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Best Tablet App
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Most Intriguing People
Cynopsis
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Media Vanguard Award
AdAge
For TVGuide.com Watchlist
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Best Community/Social Networking
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Best Use of Video
EPPY Awards
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Best Relaunch
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Languages
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French
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"The future of news is product." NPA's Executive Director Felicitas Carrique hosting a Lightning Talk this morning at Media Party in Buenos Aires! 🌟
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After 38.5 years at CBS today I enter retirement! Eternally grateful to all of the people I've worked with and for since starting at CBS in 1986.…
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Turns out Elizabeth Osder was a pioneer before she was a pioneer -- the first girl to legally play Little League baseball in the first legal state…
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Today, Salesforce announced our Q2 earnings with beats across revenue, operating margin, and cash flow, and after nearly 11 wonderful years at…
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Today, our founder Daniel Sachs is featured in a comprehensive profile by Dagens Industri Weekend, Sweden’s foremost business publication. In the…
Today, our founder Daniel Sachs is featured in a comprehensive profile by Dagens Industri Weekend, Sweden’s foremost business publication. In the…
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Yesterday my daughter and her soccer teammates from The Masters School got a chance to meet Sam Coffey, an alum of their high school, who just…
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