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Carlos Godó Assumes Executive Presidency as Javier Godó Remains Editor

Built on debt-free, profitable operations, the 144-year-old family media group is positioned for strategic expansion under new leadership.

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Overview

  • Javier Godó, 83, relinquished his role as President Ejecutivo of Grupo Godó and formally appointed his son Carlos to succeed him.
  • Carlos Godó advanced from his prior position as Consejero Delegado to President Ejecutivo, representing the fifth generation of family leadership.
  • Javier Godó will continue as editor of La Vanguardia for as long as he feels capable, preserving the paper’s editorial independence.
  • Grupo Godó operates without debt and maintains full family ownership while the GMK subholding now contributes 40% of the group’s revenue.
  • The new leadership has signalled an openness to strategic alliances and acquisitions to bolster its independent journalism and diversified media portfolio.