Turner Shakeup: Doug Shapiro Named Head of Strategy, Network Searches for PR Chief

The change comes after Kelly Regal announced Thursday that she is leaving her position as executive VP, where she oversaw communications, human resources and research, while Jeff Matteson announced Monday he was exiting his role as head of communications.

The new Turner executive management team consists of Turner Broadcasting President David Levy; CNN President Jeff Zucker; Turner Broadcasting International President Gerhard Zeiler; CFO Pascal Desroches; General Counsel Louise Sams; Chief Strategy Officer Shapiro and HR chief Santone. “I’ve worked with Doug for many years at Time Warner and have great appreciation for his ability to consistently push our company to be at the forefront of innovation and change,” CEO Martin said. “By melding his understanding of the business with research data and industry trends, Doug has helped shape the strategic direction of Time Warner, and the industry, since the day he joined the Company.  I look forward to having Doug on the Turner team as we further chart innovative strategies that contribute to our continued success.”

“I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to join the outstanding executive team at Turner and work directly with John again,” Shapiro said.  “Innovation is in Turner’s DNA.  From the launch of the first 24-hour cable channel to the early adoption of TV Everywhere, it has been a driving force in the television industry and I look forward to contributing to the ongoing evolution of our company and the media sector.”