NPR Names Lansing President & CEO
“We are delighted to welcome John, whose deep experience as a media industry executive and practicing journalist make him ideally suited to lead NPR into its next chapter,” said Paul Haaga, Chair of the NPR board. “He is a listener and a collaborative leader with a passion for our public service journalistic mission who will help us continue to expand the audience for our storytelling.”
“I am thrilled to work with NPR’s exceptional management team, staff and journalists,” said Lansing. “I have been an avid fan of NPR for many years. To be a part of creating the future of such an important institution is humbling, exciting, and a distinct honor.”
Lansing begins his term at NPR next month and will succeed Jarl Mohn, who has served as President & CEO since 2014. Mohn will continue on as President Emeritus & Co-Chair of NPR’s 50th Anniversary Campaign. [Photo credit: Scripps Networks]