New York Public Radio CEO Christy Tanner Steps Down
Christy Tanner is stepping down as president and CEO of New York Public Radio, which has appointed three media leaders to share executive duties while it looks for a permanent successor. The organisation gave no reason for her departure.
Jenna Weiss-Berman, Gary Knell and LaFontaine Oliver will form an office of the CEO, with Oliver serving as interim acting president. New York Public Radio operates WNYC, WQXR, WNYC Studios, Gothamist and New Jersey Public Radio; Tanner took the role in February after leading CBS News Digital and TV Guide Digital.
- Christy Tanner is leaving New York Public Radio’s top job.
- Three media leaders will guide the organisation during the search.
- The board has not given a reason for Tanner’s departure.
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New York Public Radio is a nonprofit media organisation serving New York and nearby areas. Its outlets include WNYC radio, classical music station WQXR, the news site Gothamist and New Jersey Public Radio, alongside its podcast and production unit, WNYC Studios.
The organisation combines local journalism, radio broadcasting and cultural programming. Its leadership oversees these services and their finances, while public radio funding can come from listeners, grants and other sources.
Christy Tanner joined as president and CEO in February, after leading CBS News Digital and TV Guide Digital. The role is part of the organisation’s senior management, which sets its direction and oversees its different outlets.