New Director Tapped for DHX Media’s Board

DHX Media has appointed Jonathan Whitcher, chief investment officer of Fine Capital Partners, to its board of directors.

“We are pleased to strengthen our board with the addition of Jonathan Whitcher,” said Don Wright, lead director at DHX Media. “Jonathan has a particularly strong understanding of efficient capital allocation and capital markets in the United States, as well as a good understanding of our business and the opportunities in the global kids’ content market.”

Whitcher added: “I look forward to working with [Executive Chairman and CEO] Michael Donovan and the board to maximize the value of DHX Media’s strong portfolio of assets.”

Meanwhile, the board’s special committee is continuing its strategic review. In addition, the previously announced sale of a minority stake in Peanuts to Sony is on track and anticipated to be finalized next month.