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National Research Group (Nrg) has tapped Chris Rethore as its chief strategy officer.
A veteran executive, he previously served as chief operating officer at MarketCast, where he created a custom research practice and expanded into new entertainment verticals. He also integrated several businesses in social analytics (Fizziology), brand strategy (Insight Strategy Group) and sports (Turnkey Intelligence). Before beginning his career at MarketCast, Rethore was a vice president at Psb, where he directed its media and entertainment division.
“Chris is an outstanding data driven consultant and leader who I have long admired. His unique blend of creativity, research acumen, passion for storytelling, and outcome-oriented approach make him the ideal person to bring to life our vision for the next phase of growth at Nrg,” said Jon Penn, CEO of Nrg, in a statement.
The chief strategy officer is a newly created role at Nrg. Rethore has been tapped to help grow...
A veteran executive, he previously served as chief operating officer at MarketCast, where he created a custom research practice and expanded into new entertainment verticals. He also integrated several businesses in social analytics (Fizziology), brand strategy (Insight Strategy Group) and sports (Turnkey Intelligence). Before beginning his career at MarketCast, Rethore was a vice president at Psb, where he directed its media and entertainment division.
“Chris is an outstanding data driven consultant and leader who I have long admired. His unique blend of creativity, research acumen, passion for storytelling, and outcome-oriented approach make him the ideal person to bring to life our vision for the next phase of growth at Nrg,” said Jon Penn, CEO of Nrg, in a statement.
The chief strategy officer is a newly created role at Nrg. Rethore has been tapped to help grow...
- 10/30/2020
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
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National Research Group, a leading entertainment and technology research firm, has announced two new leadership hires. Becky Wu will serve as executive VP of data science and Cindi Smith has been promoted to vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion practice.
Wu co-invented Zq Intelligence, a data software company that monitors technology. She most recently worked at Luth Research as senior executive VP.
“I’m excited to join Nrg and share in the firm’s commitment to using big data and marketing sciences as a foundational strategy for clients. Beyond setting the norms of the entertainment industry, Nrg’s data assets and consulting expertise are multi-disciplinary and extensible across media and technology sectors,” Wu said. “I look forward to working with this amazing team of leaders and creative talents to unlock even stronger growth by deepening the practices of machine learning and advanced analytics.”
Nrg’s CEO Jon Penn said,...
Wu co-invented Zq Intelligence, a data software company that monitors technology. She most recently worked at Luth Research as senior executive VP.
“I’m excited to join Nrg and share in the firm’s commitment to using big data and marketing sciences as a foundational strategy for clients. Beyond setting the norms of the entertainment industry, Nrg’s data assets and consulting expertise are multi-disciplinary and extensible across media and technology sectors,” Wu said. “I look forward to working with this amazing team of leaders and creative talents to unlock even stronger growth by deepening the practices of machine learning and advanced analytics.”
Nrg’s CEO Jon Penn said,...
- 9/16/2020
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
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BBC Studios has promoted Ding Ke to become its senior vice president and general manager for Greater China.
Ding is currently the BBC commercial arm’s head of content sales and formats in China and, from June 1, will oversee the company’s activity in the country, including distribution, co-production, format sales and branded services.
She replaces Kelvin Yau, who left in December last year, and will report to BBC Studios’ Asia Pacific executive vice president Jon Penn. Acting Gm Phil Hardman will take on a broader role as senior vice president of commercial strategy for BBC Studios Asia.
Commenting on Ding’s appointment, Penn said: “She has forged new partnerships with clients and is an outstanding ambassador for BBC Studios’ Global Distribution business in the region.”
Ding, who joined BBC Studios in 2011, added: “I am passionate about BBC Studios content and proud to work with such brilliant teams across Beijing,...
Ding is currently the BBC commercial arm’s head of content sales and formats in China and, from June 1, will oversee the company’s activity in the country, including distribution, co-production, format sales and branded services.
She replaces Kelvin Yau, who left in December last year, and will report to BBC Studios’ Asia Pacific executive vice president Jon Penn. Acting Gm Phil Hardman will take on a broader role as senior vice president of commercial strategy for BBC Studios Asia.
Commenting on Ding’s appointment, Penn said: “She has forged new partnerships with clients and is an outstanding ambassador for BBC Studios’ Global Distribution business in the region.”
Ding, who joined BBC Studios in 2011, added: “I am passionate about BBC Studios content and proud to work with such brilliant teams across Beijing,...
- 5/11/2020
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
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BBC Studios, the commercial arm of the British Broadcasting Corporation, has promoted Ding Ke to become Svp and Gm for Greater China.
Ding, who is currently head of content sales and formats in the same region, replaces Kelvin Yau, who left the company in December. Starting the new Beijing-based role from June 1, she will report to BBC Studios Evp, Jon Penn.
While Ding will be the global distribution leader for the region, she will work with Julia Nocciolino, Svp Commercial, who leads the consumer products business across Asia, and Emma Ong, head of business development for BBC Studios Production, who works with partners in the region to develop commissions and co-productions.
Ding joined the BBC in 2011, from Chellomedia’s China branch Encore International. Here roles at the BBC have involved content distribution and co-production deals, with CCTV9, launching BBC Earth Tribe on Tencent, fostering a British drama community on Youku.
Ding, who is currently head of content sales and formats in the same region, replaces Kelvin Yau, who left the company in December. Starting the new Beijing-based role from June 1, she will report to BBC Studios Evp, Jon Penn.
While Ding will be the global distribution leader for the region, she will work with Julia Nocciolino, Svp Commercial, who leads the consumer products business across Asia, and Emma Ong, head of business development for BBC Studios Production, who works with partners in the region to develop commissions and co-productions.
Ding joined the BBC in 2011, from Chellomedia’s China branch Encore International. Here roles at the BBC have involved content distribution and co-production deals, with CCTV9, launching BBC Earth Tribe on Tencent, fostering a British drama community on Youku.
- 5/11/2020
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Heading to the movies or staying home and streaming one — is it a Sophie’s Choice on the weekend? A recent Nrg-Deadline study about moviegoers’ habits has revealed that 66% of those polled frequently watch movies at home on the weekend via streaming, versus 33% who frequently attend the theater. In addition, 60% said they’ve been streaming more over the past year, versus 34% who said they were going to the cinema more.
However, when given a choice, 61% would rather see a movie they’re interested in on the big screen than via a streaming service.
While the price of a movie ticket has always been heralded as the most economical form of entertainment next to sporting and concert events, 58% of those polled believe movie ticket prices are too expensive, whereas the monthly price of streaming...
However, when given a choice, 61% would rather see a movie they’re interested in on the big screen than via a streaming service.
While the price of a movie ticket has always been heralded as the most economical form of entertainment next to sporting and concert events, 58% of those polled believe movie ticket prices are too expensive, whereas the monthly price of streaming...
- 4/2/2019
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Deb Tod.
Deb Tod has been officially appointed BBC Studios Anz’s head of content sales and co-production.
Tod has been acting in the role role since January, following the retirement of Irene Read, former director of content sales. Her appointment comes after a review of the scope of the role.
In her new role, Tod will be responsible for the strategic and team leadership of BBC Studios’ content sales and co-productions in Australia and New Zealand, working across both broadcast and digital. As part of the international sales team, she will have input into global deals, content partnerships and co-productions and will be a core member of the Anz regional executive leadership team.
Television format sales come under the director of production Kylie Washington, while the development of new customer relationships and business opportunities comes under COO Fiona Lang, who leads the newly formed business development team.
Tod will...
Deb Tod has been officially appointed BBC Studios Anz’s head of content sales and co-production.
Tod has been acting in the role role since January, following the retirement of Irene Read, former director of content sales. Her appointment comes after a review of the scope of the role.
In her new role, Tod will be responsible for the strategic and team leadership of BBC Studios’ content sales and co-productions in Australia and New Zealand, working across both broadcast and digital. As part of the international sales team, she will have input into global deals, content partnerships and co-productions and will be a core member of the Anz regional executive leadership team.
Television format sales come under the director of production Kylie Washington, while the development of new customer relationships and business opportunities comes under COO Fiona Lang, who leads the newly formed business development team.
Tod will...
- 4/1/2019
- by jkeast
- IF.com.au
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In today’s film news roundup, “The Wizard of Oz” leads off the 2019 TCM Big Screen Classics, “Jobe’z World” gets distribution, and Nrg and SAG-AFTRA make executive hires.
Classic Films
Fathom Events and Turner Classic Movies have unveiled 14 classic films that will be shown in theaters in 2019 in the TCM Big Screen Classics series, starting with “The Wizard of Oz” on Jan. 27, 29 and 30.
The other titles are “My Fair Lady,” “To Kill a Mockingbird,” “Ben-Hur,” “True Grit,” “Steel Magnolias,” “Field of Dreams,” “Glory,” “Hello, Dolly!,” “Lawrence of Arabia,” “The Shawshank Redemption,” “Alien,” “The Godfather Part II” and “When Harry Met Sally.”
Fathom specializes in event movies shown for one or two nights. It’s jointly owned by the AMC, Regal and Cinemark chains. The TCM Big Series titles will usually screen on Sundays and Wednesdays.
“Every year, more and more film fans have flocked to the TCM Big Screen Classics series,...
Classic Films
Fathom Events and Turner Classic Movies have unveiled 14 classic films that will be shown in theaters in 2019 in the TCM Big Screen Classics series, starting with “The Wizard of Oz” on Jan. 27, 29 and 30.
The other titles are “My Fair Lady,” “To Kill a Mockingbird,” “Ben-Hur,” “True Grit,” “Steel Magnolias,” “Field of Dreams,” “Glory,” “Hello, Dolly!,” “Lawrence of Arabia,” “The Shawshank Redemption,” “Alien,” “The Godfather Part II” and “When Harry Met Sally.”
Fathom specializes in event movies shown for one or two nights. It’s jointly owned by the AMC, Regal and Cinemark chains. The TCM Big Series titles will usually screen on Sundays and Wednesdays.
“Every year, more and more film fans have flocked to the TCM Big Screen Classics series,...
- 12/6/2018
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
Entertainment analytics company and box office tracker National Research Group announced Wednesday that Kevin Yoder will be returning to the company as executive vice president of Theatrical Strategy.
Yoder previously worked at Nrg from 1992 to 2012, rising to COO before leaving to serve as managing director at MarketCast and, most recently, Evp of Research and Strategy at 20th Century Fox. His departure from the studio comes weeks away from the impending merger of Fox with Walt Disney Studios.
“I have worked closely with Kevin for the past five years when he led domestic strategy at Fox. He was a terrific thought-partner: strategic, creative, passionate, and intellectual. He is a pre-eminent strategic advisor who thrives in solving complex marketing challenges. Our clients will benefit greatly from his wisdom and sharp insights,” said Nrg CEO Jon Penn in a statement.
Also Read: Nrg Hires Ben Rogers as President of Platform and Technology Clients...
Yoder previously worked at Nrg from 1992 to 2012, rising to COO before leaving to serve as managing director at MarketCast and, most recently, Evp of Research and Strategy at 20th Century Fox. His departure from the studio comes weeks away from the impending merger of Fox with Walt Disney Studios.
“I have worked closely with Kevin for the past five years when he led domestic strategy at Fox. He was a terrific thought-partner: strategic, creative, passionate, and intellectual. He is a pre-eminent strategic advisor who thrives in solving complex marketing challenges. Our clients will benefit greatly from his wisdom and sharp insights,” said Nrg CEO Jon Penn in a statement.
Also Read: Nrg Hires Ben Rogers as President of Platform and Technology Clients...
- 12/5/2018
- by Jeremy Fuster
- The Wrap
Kevin Yoder is rejoining the National Research Group, where he had an influential 20-year run, as Evp Theatrical Strategy.
Yoder initially joined Nrg in 1992 and rose to chief operating officer, developing the company’s widely followed tracking tools and steering studios on the release of hundreds of No. 1 box office openings. After leaving Nrg, he was a managing director at rival research firm MarketCast and Evp Research and Strategy at Fox.
“I have worked closely with Kevin for the past five years when he led domestic strategy at Fox,” Nrg CEO Jon Penn said in the official announcement. “He is a pre-eminent strategic advisor who thrives in solving complex marketing challenges. Our clients will benefit greatly from his wisdom and sharp insights.”
Yoder will serve as a strategic advisor to Nrg theatrical clients “at every stage of a film’s lifecycle,” the company said. He will leverage Nrg’s theatrical...
Yoder initially joined Nrg in 1992 and rose to chief operating officer, developing the company’s widely followed tracking tools and steering studios on the release of hundreds of No. 1 box office openings. After leaving Nrg, he was a managing director at rival research firm MarketCast and Evp Research and Strategy at Fox.
“I have worked closely with Kevin for the past five years when he led domestic strategy at Fox,” Nrg CEO Jon Penn said in the official announcement. “He is a pre-eminent strategic advisor who thrives in solving complex marketing challenges. Our clients will benefit greatly from his wisdom and sharp insights.”
Yoder will serve as a strategic advisor to Nrg theatrical clients “at every stage of a film’s lifecycle,” the company said. He will leverage Nrg’s theatrical...
- 12/5/2018
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
National Research Group (Nrg), which caters to movie studios and others in the entertainment industry, hired Ben Rogers as president of platform and technology clients.
Rogers, a market-research veteran with 20-plus years of experience, most recently was at Ipsos as executive VP, head of media development. At Nrg, he will lead the company’s technology practice across several dimensions of the product and services life cycle, including market landscaping, brand and positioning strategy, creative and platform optimization, and performance tracking. Rogers will remain based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
“Ben is a preeminent technology research executive and business leader with a deep history of success in using insights to drive impact across the life cycle of technology products and services,” Nrg CEO Jon Penn said in announcing Rogers’ hire. “He is the ideal person to take our rapidly expanding platform and service business to great new heights.”
Rogers joined...
Rogers, a market-research veteran with 20-plus years of experience, most recently was at Ipsos as executive VP, head of media development. At Nrg, he will lead the company’s technology practice across several dimensions of the product and services life cycle, including market landscaping, brand and positioning strategy, creative and platform optimization, and performance tracking. Rogers will remain based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
“Ben is a preeminent technology research executive and business leader with a deep history of success in using insights to drive impact across the life cycle of technology products and services,” Nrg CEO Jon Penn said in announcing Rogers’ hire. “He is the ideal person to take our rapidly expanding platform and service business to great new heights.”
Rogers joined...
- 11/14/2018
- by Variety Staff
- Variety Film + TV
National Research Group (Nrg) has hired Ben Rogers as President of Platform & Technology Clients. Rogers was previously Evp, Head of Development at Ipsos and brings over 20 years of technology platform, product, and service expertise with leadership posts in London and the San Francisco Bay area.
Rogers will lead and accelerate growth with technology clients across several dimensions of the product and services life cycle, including market landscaping, innovation, brand and positioning strategy, creative & platform optimization, and performance tracking.
“I’m excited to build upon Nrg’s core expertise as trusted advisors to bold storytellers everywhere on every screen,” says Rogers. “Given the confluence of technology, platforms, and content – it’s a natural next step for Nrg to expand upon its content creator focus to help clients solve a broader set of strategic business challenges. Leading this practice is just the opportunity I was looking for – and the promise of doing...
Rogers will lead and accelerate growth with technology clients across several dimensions of the product and services life cycle, including market landscaping, innovation, brand and positioning strategy, creative & platform optimization, and performance tracking.
“I’m excited to build upon Nrg’s core expertise as trusted advisors to bold storytellers everywhere on every screen,” says Rogers. “Given the confluence of technology, platforms, and content – it’s a natural next step for Nrg to expand upon its content creator focus to help clients solve a broader set of strategic business challenges. Leading this practice is just the opportunity I was looking for – and the promise of doing...
- 11/14/2018
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
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