A+E Networks promotes Susan Tanamli

A+E Networks has promoted Susan Tanamli to Executive Vice President and Head of Global Technology and Media Operations, as it was announced by David “Digger” Granville-Smith, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, A+E Networks, to whom she will report. In her current role, Tanamli is responsible for all A+E Networks’ technology, leading the Global Technology group, including cloud, enterprise products & applications, infrastructure, architecture, operations, cyber security, data analytics, and supporting the technology needs of the entire scope of the organization.

Tanamli new position as EVP and Head of GTMO adds oversight of Global Engineering and Broadcast Operations (headed by Don Jarvis) and Global Media and Production Operations (co-headed by Dana Massey and Ed Russo). In addition, Tanamli will continue to serve on the company's Executive Committee. “Susan’s promotion marks the continued progression of A+E Networks’ efforts to remain at the forefront of an ever-evolving technological landscape, where the production, delivery, and management of our content is paramount to our growth and success,” said Granville-Smith. “Her broad perspective of our operations and the content industry overall, together with laser-focused attention to solving client challenges, has enabled us to grow our business in unique and innovative ways. We look forward to Susan taking us to the next level.”

Tanamli is an established leader in technology, having held numerous positions at A+E Networks and other media companies. While at A+E Networks, she has focused on supporting various business areas and delivering large-scale, complex implementations around Programming & Scheduling, Rights, Sales, Human Capital Management, and Finance. Tanamli has also led an incubator group for new technologies, UI/UX design, and change management. She leads the team with a focus on evolving the solutions to match the changing business, making solutions that are simple and efficient, modernizing, and reducing risk. Tanamli is a graduate of Boston University and a graduate of the Women in Cable Television’s Betsy Magness Leadership Institute, Class 40.