Keshet Executive Itay Dankner Appointed CEO of Channel 13 News
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
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- Itay Dankner appointed new CEO of Channel 13 News.
- Dankner previously served as Keshet's VP of Programming.
- He replaces Tali Ben-Ovadia, who will depart after elections.
- Dankner stated commitment to strengthening the news organization.
- Acting CEO Idan Elrom welcomed Dankner and VP of Content Yarden Bitran.
Itay Dankner, who has served as Keshet's Vice President of Programming since 2019 and previously edited the program "Ulpan Shishi," has been appointed CEO of Channel 13 News. He will replace Tali Ben-Ovadia, who announced her intention to step down after the upcoming elections.
Dankner's move marks a transition from Keshet to its competitor, Channel 13. "Channel 13 News is an excellent organization with exceptionally experienced and capable journalists, and I am happy for the opportunity to join their journey," Dankner stated. He added, "A strong and independent news company is a vital asset to a democratic society. I thank the news company's board for their full trust, and I believe that together we can strengthen the company and lead it forward."
Idan Elrom, acting CEO of Channel 13, welcomed the appointment. "Itay Dankner brings significant journalistic and managerial experience that is essential for the company during a challenging period," Elrom said. He added that Dankner, alongside Yarden Bitran, who was recently appointed VP of Content at Channel 13 News, will focus on building a winning organization.
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