Elsa Keslassy International CorrespondentTV5Monde, the global French-language entertainment network, has appointed Patrice Courtaban to the new position of executive VP of global growth and business development.
Courtaban has also been named CEO of TV5 USA, and will succeed to Jean-Luc Cronel who is retiring from the company.Courtaban will continue to be based in Los Angeles which serves as the headquarters for TV5 USA.
He will be in charge of overseeing the premium linear and streaming channel offerings, including current feature films, series, news, documentaries and sports.
He will also be responsible for identifying growth and revenue opportunities worldwide for all services, including linear offerings and the company’s streaming platform.
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