ESPN Announces Major Leadership Restructure in Content Division
Mike McQuade and David Roberts take on new executive roles as ESPN centralizes functions and prepares for future growth.
- Mike McQuade promoted to EVP of Sports Production, overseeing sports-specific studio shows and game telecasts.
- David Roberts named EVP of Sports News & Entertainment, managing non-sport specific programming like 'SportsCenter' and 'First Take'.
- Kaitee Daley to lead Digital, Social & Streaming Content, enhancing ESPN's cross-platform strategy.
- Freddy Rolón to oversee international production and ESPN's talent office, focusing on global sports expansion.
- The restructure involves some layoffs but aims to create new opportunities and align ESPN's operations for strategic growth.