Executive team shuffles, but layoffs result from streamlining effort as well
Corus Entertainment is changing its executive structure to better align its radio and television operations, and has named Doug Murphy as executive vice-president and chief operating officer.
Previously president of Corus’ television unit, Murphy now oversees radio and television operations and reports directly to John Cassaday, Corus’ president and CEO. Murphy now has the bulk of the company’s media executives reporting directly to him, including Chris Pandoff, president of radio (who, like Murphy, is also one of several executive vice-presidents serving on the executive leadership team).
Murphy will step into the EVP and COO role on Sept. 1.
“As our business evolves, we continue to adapt and refine our structure,” said Cassaday, in a statement. “These changes capitalize on our strengths and streamline decision-making across our television and radio businesses, as we prepare for the integration of our new assets, and grow the Corus brand in Canada and internationally.”
As part of the structural adjustments announced Tuesday, a few other SVPs have new responsibilities as well.
Scott Dyer remains chief technology officer but is also now head of strategic planning.
Kathleen McNair, who oversees corporate communications and human resources, is adding “chief integration officer” to her business card.
The leadership team also includes Gary Maavara, EVP and general counsel, corporate secretary, and Tom Peddie, executive vice-president and chief financial officer.
Sally Tindal, director of corporate communications at Corus Entertainment, confirmed that the restructuring has also resulted in a reduction of “less than 2%” of Corus Entertainment’s workforce.
That figure equates to less than 40 staff based on data available on Corus’ website on Tuesday, which states the company “currently has approximately 2,000 full-time, part-time and casual employees.”
