A+E Networks’ Sean Cohan Adds Oversight of Digital Media to Remit

NEW YORK: Sean Cohan has been promoted to president of international and digital media at A+E Networks, while Daniel Suratt assumes the post of president of corporate strategy and investments.

Cohan has been leading the A+E Networks international division and now adds digital media to his responsibilities. He will oversee all strategic, operational, editorial and distribution functions around digital media globally. This includes broadband and mobile elements of all A+E Networks brands, including video content, apps, websites and games. He will continue to manage all of A+E Networks' international brands, services and staff outside of the U.S.

Suratt is the former head of digital media and business development. In his new role, Suratt will be responsible for A+E Networks corporate development, strategy and investments. He was a member of the team that recently completed A+E Networks’ investments in VICE, Epic Magazine, Panna and Samba.

This transition becomes effective January 1, 2016. Suratt will report to David Granville-Smith, the chief financial officer at A+E Networks, and Cohan will continue report to Nancy Dubuc, the president and CEO of A+E Networks.

Dubuc commented: “Over the next five years, our growth will come from international and digital expansion, as well as revenue diversification. By appointing Dan and Sean to these new roles and aligning our businesses and goals, A+E Networks is well positioned for future success.”