New CEO for Fremantle UK

Fremantle has appointed Amelia Brown as CEO of its business in the U.K., replacing Simon Andreae.

Reporting directly to Fremantle CEO Jennifer Mullin, Brown will oversee the strategic direction of U.K. corporate functions as well as the output of labels Thames. Formerly managing director of Thames, Brown has worked at Fremantle for 20 years.

Mullin comments: “I have had the pleasure of working closely with Amelia for over five years and know that she will make a fantastic leader of our U.K. business. She knows how to make great shows and, more than that, is an incredibly astute businesswoman and an inclusive and inspiring leader. I am looking forward to collaborating even more closely with her and supporting her vision for the future.”

Brown said: “I am thrilled to be taking on this role to lead the U.K., and I am beyond proud and excited to champion our incredible people and best-in-class programming. Having worked here for twenty years, I know that this is a very special place that celebrates creativity; I can’t wait to work with our brilliant teams as we are lucky enough to have some of the very best program makers and continue to grow Fremantle UK.”

Fremantle’s U.K. scripted label Euston Films will report to Christian Vesper, CEO of global drama.