Warner Bros. Discovery Ad Sales Chief Jon Steinlauf to Depart

Jon Steinlauf will leave Warner Bros. Discovery at the end of the year as the company navigates financial challenges and industry shifts.

Jon Steinlauf, a veteran in the ad sales industry, has announced his departure from Warner Bros. Discovery, effective at the end of the year.
Steinlauf played a crucial role in merging ad sales units following the Discovery-WarnerMedia merger and has been instrumental in the company's leadership.
His exit comes amid Warner Bros. Discovery's financial challenges, including a $9.1 billion writedown and the loss of NBA rights.
The company is beginning the search for a successor, with Steinlauf remaining in his role until a replacement is found.
Steinlauf's tenure at Warner Bros. Discovery saw the integration of sports and digital sales, and the establishment of the Max ad-supported sales business.