New CEO for Danish Producer Blu

Fremantle has named Katrine Herforth as the new CEO of its Danish production label Blu.

Herforth previously served as head of program at Blu, where she has been a part of the management since 2020. She has acted as interim CEO since December.

Herforth has more than 25 years of experience in TV production from several different roles, such as commissioning editor at TV3 and TV 2, head of program at Discovery, head of entertainment at Monday Media and head of program at Warner.

Georgette Schlick, CEO of Fremantle Northern Europe, commented: “I am thrilled that Katrine has agreed to accept her promotion in Fremantle. She has a long and successful career in the TV industry, and her background and character fit very well with the Fremantle culture. Her experience and expertise, as well as her management skills, are a perfect match for Blu.”

Herforth said: “The past 3.5 years, I have had the pleasure of working with the amazing team at Blu. I am extremely proud and humbled to have been given the chance to lead Blu forward as the new CEO.”