Christy Tanner Named Pres. & CEO, NYPR

• Christy Tanner has been appointed as the next President & CEO of New York Public Radio (NYPR), which includes WNYC, WQXR, WNYC Studios, Gothamist, The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space, and New Jersey Public Radio. Tanner succeeds LaFontaine E. Oliver, who will continue to support the organization as Executive Chair.

Tanner is a highly accomplished CEO and board director, an award-winning journalist, and a longtime New Yorker who currently serves as Chair of Swerve Sports, a streaming TV company, and a member of Audacy’s board of directors.

“Christy is the leader NYPR needs at this moment,” said John Rose, Chair of the NYPR Board of Trustees. “She brings the leadership, experience, and vision to lead NYPR into an exciting and successful future. During an extraordinary career, she has distinguished herself as a pacesetter for media organizations that have successfully adapted, innovated, and grown while delivering award-winning public service. She recognizes our singular role in New York City, and the importance of reinforcing the trust we’ve earned with audiences over generations — while having the vision to advance our services, platforms, and formats to make the center of excellence that is NYPR sustainable for years to come.”

Tanner started her career as a reporter and editor at The Associated Press and at The Commercial Appeal in Memphis and went on to hold executive roles for numerous media organizations, including The Washington Post Company and Reed Elsevier. As CEO of TV Guide Digital, Tanner led its turnaround, growth and sale to CBS Interactive in 2013, assuming leadership of CBS News Digital in 2015.

“As a longtime fan of NYPR’s magnificent work, I’m honored to join this powerhouse organization with local heart and global impact,” Tanner said. “I’m looking forward to serving New Yorkers and audiences everywhere in partnership with the trusted, world-class team who set the standards for audio and multiplatform excellence.”