Leon Mead has been acting GM since August 2021.
Leon Mead.
Freeview New Zealand welcomes the appointment of Leon Mead as its general manager.
Leading Freeview as acting GM since August 2021, Mead brings a wealth of industry insights and technical expertise, with an exceptional background in product management, innovation, and development in the telecommunications and media sectors.
He has spearheaded projects to improve content discoverability on live TV, and was instrumental to the launch of multiple services and products in his former role of Freeview product manager.
Freeview chair Paul Thompson said the board was delighted to see Mead take the helm.
“Leon is a results-driven individual and a collaborative leader with a clear vision for Freeview. His drive to deliver value ... will be instrumental to the future of free-to-air in Aotearoa New Zealand,” he said.
Linear TV reaches approximately two million Kiwis each week through Freeview, with live viewing remaining a fundamental part of viewers’ daily unwind in front of the TV.
“It’s a wonderful opportunity to be a part of this dynamic sector to help shape the future of TV alongside our many valued partners” Mead said.
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