Fox Promotes Herman to Executive VP Human Resources

By Jon Lafayette
( Broadcasting & Cable )
published

Ruth Anne Herman has been promoted to executive VP, human relations, at Fox Networks Group.

In her new role, Herman, who was previously senior VP, will have worldwide oversight of all aspects of human resources for all Fox Networks Group businesses, including Fox Broadcasting, FX, Fox Sports Media Group and National Geographic Partners.

She is adding responsibilities for Europe, Asia and Latin America.

“Ruth Anne has done an exceptional job managing our HR functions and ensuring that we maintain the best possible working environment across all our business divisions,” said Rita Tuzon, executive VP and general counsel for Fox Networks Group. “She has supported FNG employees through several key acquisitions and helped us attract and retain an outstanding work force company-wide, and we’re pleased to recognize her continuing leadership and expertise. In this evolving media landscape, these talents are critical to our success.”

Before joining Fox, Herman was in-house counsel at Warner Bros. and Warner Records.

Jon Lafayette
Jon Lafayette

Jon has been business editor of Broadcasting+Cable since 2010. He focuses on revenue-generating activities, including advertising and distribution, as well as executive intrigue and merger and acquisition activity. Just about any story is fair game, if a dollar sign can make its way into the article. Before B+C, Jon covered the industry for TVWeek, Cable World, Electronic Media, Advertising Age and The New York Post. A native New Yorker, Jon is hiding in plain sight in the suburbs of Chicago.