Current Names New EVP of Distribution

SAN FRANCISCO: Current Media has hired Courtney Menzel as executive VP of distribution, to be based in the company’s New York office.

Menzel will be responsible for overseeing the network’s affiliate sales and marketing initiatives for Current Media. She will also work to further expand the reach of Current’s programming. Menzel reports to Joanna Drake Earl, the COO of Current Media.

Previously, Menzel spent 14 years with MTN Networks, where she served as the senior VP of content distribution and marketing. Most recently, Menzel was tapped to lead the distribution and marketing for the new channel EPIX. She also previously managed all local ad sales marketing for Cox Communications.

"We are thrilled to bring on such an exceptional sales executive as Courtney," said Mark Rosenthal, the CEO of Current Media. "She brings a wealth of experience and success in content distribution, revenue growth and sales management. Her role, coupled with her outstanding relationships, will be critical in helping us expand our footprint, develop a deeper understanding of our distributors’ priorities and determine how Current Media can best fulfill their objectives and satisfy their needs. This is the first in a series of exciting new executive additions that we will announce in the coming months."