Paramount Exec Change: Lazalde-McPherson Promoted
- Paramount Global has tapped Virginia Lazalde-McPherson to fill the chief program acquisitions officer role at Showtime and MTV Entertainment Studios.
- Zaneri will now dedicate her time to the Gold Star Services Network (GSSN), the nonprofit she founded to support families of fallen U.S.
Virginia Lazalde-McPherson steps into the role of chief program acquisitions officer at Paramount, succeeding Barbara Zaneri. This pivotal move sees Zaneri depart to dedicate her efforts to her non-profit, the Gold Star Services Network. The incoming chief program acquisitions officer brings a fresh outlook to paramount, poised to build on the legacy of iconic shows secured under Zaneri’s leadership, including hits such as “Friends” and “The Office.” Explore the changes at this entertainment giant with the latest news from News Directory 3, which is following the shift. Discover what’s next …
Virginia Lazalde-McPherson Takes on Expanded Role at Paramount
Paramount Global has tapped Virginia Lazalde-McPherson to fill the chief program acquisitions officer role at Showtime and MTV Entertainment Studios. She succeeds Barbara Zaneri, who is leaving the company after 25 years.
Zaneri will now dedicate her time to the Gold Star Services Network (GSSN), the nonprofit she founded to support families of fallen U.S. service members and honor their legacies.
During her tenure, Zaneri orchestrated key deals bringing iconic shows such as ”Friends,” “The Office,” and “Seinfeld” to Paramount’s