
(July 27, 2016 – Source: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images North America)
“We are mindful that millions of Americans do not have access to cable or broadband in their homes. And we are committed to using our many platforms to bring more people in essential conversations.” Paula Kerger
By Valerie Milano
Advertisement
Beverly Hills, CA (The Hollywood Times) 8/22/16 –
Exec de Jour’ – Paula Kerger (President, CEO)
Advertisement
Tagline: “We’re PBS”
Mission: To inspire, enrich, and educate.
Franchise shows: News Hour, Masterpiece Theater
Significant new additions:
Advertisement
Ken Burns’ “DEFYING THE NAZIS: THE SHARPS’”
GREAT PERFORMANCES “Hamilton’s America,”
Advertisement
Multi-platform profile – PBS Portal, PBS Kids APP
Hard Numbers:
Advertisement
54 news and documentary Emmy nominations
15% of PBS funding comes from Federal Government