Cablevision Names Seibert Vice Chairman

Will continue role as CFO

By Mike Farrell, Multichannel News -- Broadcasting & Cable, 3/11/2013 5:02:12 PM

Cablevision Systems said Monday that it has named Gregg Seibert vice chairman. In addition to the new position, Siebert will continue as chief financial officer, reporting to Cablevision CEO James Dolan.

 As vice chairman, Seibert, 57, will collaborate with Dolan and the senior management team on the formulation and implementation of Cablevision's overall strategy, helping to position the company for long-term success in an increasingly competitive marketplace. He will work closely with Hank Ratner who also serves as a vice chairman of Cablevision.

"Since joining Cablevision four years ago, Gregg has played an instrumental role in helping to guide the company's transformation through a number of strategic initiatives, including the spin-offs of The Madison Square Garden Company and AMC Networks," Dolan said in a statement. "He has successfully addressed a multitude of challenges and opportunities, consistently focusing on identifying ways to build value for our shareholders. I look forward to Gregg's ongoing contributions in this important new role."

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