BBC Studios Promotes Maggy Chan to MD of Global Distribution

BBC Studios has elevated Maggy Chan to the newly created role of managing director of its global distribution division.

Chan is responsible for all business operations and accountable for the finances and delivery of business plans for the division, which encompasses all international content sales, channels and ancillary businesses. Her role reports to Paul Dempsey, president of global distribution. She joined (then) BBC Worldwide in 2008 and was most recently commercial director for global markets.

Dempsey said, “Maggy has a deep understanding of our business and industry. She brings robust stewardship and a huge amount of passion to our team. I’m very pleased she is taking on this new role.”

Chan added, “I am thrilled to take up this position at a time which is both exciting and challenging for our business. I look forward to helping our company deliver its compelling plans for growth.”