Mark Thompson
Chief Executive Officer (former, 2012-2020), The New York Times Company · United States
Mark Thompson is the Chief Executive Officer (former, 2012-2020) of The New York Times Company. Thompson is based in the United States. Earlier roles include positions at The New York Times Company. Thompson was born in 1957 in London and educated at Merton College and Stonyhurst College.
Mark Thompson served as president and CEO of The New York Times Company from 2012 to 2020. Previously, he was director-general of the BBC from 2004 to 2012, where he oversaw digital expansion including the launch of BBC iPlayer. He spent over 30 years in media and broadcasting before joining the Times.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage of Mark Thompson has focused on leadership transitions and organizational uncertainty at CNN amid a looming Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, with reports examining potential editorial changes, succession planning, and competitive pressures including a streaming service launch and competition with the New York Times over health content subscriptions.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- July 31, 1957 · London
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom
- Education
- Merton College, Stonyhurst College
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Mark Thompson: FAQ
- Who is Mark Thompson?
- Mark Thompson is the Chief Executive Officer (former, 2012-2020) of The New York Times Company, based in United States.
- Where did Mark Thompson work previously?
- Earlier roles include The New York Times Company (CEO, until 2020).
- Where was Mark Thompson educated?
- Mark Thompson studied at Merton College, Stonyhurst College.