Jean Taylor Named Pres./CEO Of APMG
• The Board of Trustees of American Public Media Group (APMG), the parent company of Minnesota Public Radio® and Southern California Public Radio announced the selection of Jean Taylor as the next President & Chief Executive Officer of APMG — the first woman to lead the organization. Taylor begins her duties on Aug. 23 and succeeds Jon McTaggart, who last fall announced his intention to step down as CEO after 10 years when his replacement was hired.
A search committee appointed by the Board led a rigorous, national search in partnership with Koya Partners, the executive search firm that specializes in partnering with mission-driven clients. “Our goal throughout this seven-month process was to identify and select a strategic leader with a passion for public media, a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and a vision that will inspire our employees, listeners and donors,” said Jim Dwyer, Chair of the Search Committee and of APMG’s Board of Trustees. “We are confident Jean embodies these attributes and priorities and believe she is the right leader to take APMG forward.”
Taylor is an experienced CEO with proven success leading organizations through transformational change, creating and sustaining strong inclusive cultures and driving growth. Taylor was President & CEO of Taylor Corporation from 2001 to 2010. She most recently served as Chair of the Board of Star Tribune Media, where she helped guide the organization through significant digital transformation. In transitioning to her new role with APMG, Taylor has stepped down from her board position.
“Jean is a visionary leader, with an exceptional combination of skills and experiences to bring to her new role,” said Mary Brainerd, APMG Board Vice Chair. “She is someone who leads with her values, who cares deeply about the role of public media and its importance. She is a listener, and she is a learner. Her deep roots in our region, her experience in media and digital technologies and her understanding of APMG are important assets for our future.”
Taylor commented, “It’s an exciting and critical time for public media, with tremendous opportunities to deliver quality journalism in new ways, connect with new audiences and more intentionally serve diverse communities. I am honored to lead this organization alongside the talented team at APMG.” [Photo credit: Sarah Pierce Photography]
