Sagansky Takes Chairman Role at RHI

NEW YORK: Industry veteran Jeff Sagansky has been named non-executive chairman at RHI Entertainment, with Robert Halmi, Jr. remaining on the Board and continuing in his role as president and CEO.

Sagansky will provide strategic counsel on the diversification and distribution of RHI’s library, a prime source for TV movies and mini-series on the global market. Sagansky is a former co-president of Sony Pictures, president of CBS Entertainment, president and CEO of Paxson Communications (now ION Media Networks) and president of Tri-Star Entertainment. He is also co-founder of Electric Sky Entertainment, the outfit behind the online shows Afterworld and Gemini Division. 

"I am pleased to have Jeff join our board," said Halmi, Jr. "Jeff has a long track record of success in the media and entertainment world and we are confident that he will have an immediate impact on our business. Based on his exceptional industry knowledge and high level relationships, he will play an active role in the development of our long-term business strategy and content and will be integral in helping us further expand the distribution of our product."

Sagansky said of his appointment: "I have known and worked with Robi and RHI for more than 25 years, and the company has long been the leader in the high-quality film entertainment market. Its unique financing and distribution model, extensive and valuable library, and growing list of expansion opportunities were all motivating factors in my decision to take on this role."