Insider expected to take reins at Star TV
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Thu Nov 6 15:41:43 EST 2003
James Murdoch's move to London from Asia, where he turned Star TV around
from losses of almost $100m to a modest profit in just over three years,
creates a vacancy in Star's Hong Kong headquarters that media sources
believe will be filled from within the group. Star has only ever appointed
one chief from outside - Gareth Chang, Mr Murdoch's predecessor.
The pool of talent in Asia includes: Steve Askew, vice-president in charge
of content; Michelle Guthrie, who is vice-president with responsibility for
distribution and business development; Jamie David, who runs mainland
operations; and Peter Mukerjea, who leads the company in India. India,
China and Taiwan are Star's main markets and enjoy the fastest growth
rates. Sales overall have doubled since 2000 to US$300m while profits are
hovering around US$10m.
Source:
http://news.ft.com/servlet/ContentServer?
pagename=FT.com/StoryFT/FullStory&c=StoryFT&cid=1066565652189
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