A+E Networks Appoints Jane Rice and Michelle Strong as Co-Presidents of Distribution

The leadership change follows David Zagin's exit after 25 years, with Rice and Strong set to oversee distribution across domestic, Caribbean, and Canadian markets.

• Jane Rice and Michelle Strong have been promoted to Co-Presidents of Distribution at A+E Networks, succeeding David Zagin.
• David Zagin, who joined A+E in 1999 and served as President of Distribution for over 15 years, will transition to an advisory role within the company.
• During his tenure, Zagin played a pivotal role in negotiating early VOD and TV Everywhere agreements, shaping the company’s approach to the streaming era.
• Rice and Strong, who have collaborated closely with Zagin for over 15 years, will now jointly oversee all distribution operations, including platform partnerships and marketing for domestic, Caribbean, and Canadian portfolios.
• A+E President and Chairman Paul Buccieri praised Zagin’s leadership and expressed confidence in Rice and Strong’s combined expertise to navigate the evolving media landscape.

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