Discovery EMEA Names COO

LONDON: David Rey is joining Discovery Networks EMEA from BSkyB to take up the post of COO, a newly created position at the company.

Most recently business development director at Sky, Rey, based in London, will report to and partner with Arthur Bastings, executive VP and managing director, in building Discovery’s business in the region. Discovery Networks EMEA distributes 13 brands to 210 million cumulative subscribers in 105 countries in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

“The creation of this new senior post will ensure Discovery Networks EMEA remains well-positioned to support our strategy for local business growth," Bastings said. "As COO, David will help me oversee the London-based corporate teams in support of this strategy, while developing our business portfolio across the region."