SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- GoPro, Inc.
(NASDAQ: GPRO) today announced that Jim
Lanzone, Chief Digital Officer of CBS Corporation and CEO of
CBS Interactive, has joined GoPro's Board of Directors.
"We are proud that GoPro attracts leaders like Jim Lanzone to our board," said Nicholas Woodman, GoPro's CEO and Founder.
"Jim's skill as an entrepreneur and operator of companies with
globally respected brands is a valuable addition to our already
impressive board."
As Chief Digital Officer of CBS, Lanzone has driven CBS's
digital strategy and transformation across its operating divisions,
including the development of CBS' pioneering suite of digital
streaming services such as CBS All Access, CBS Sports HQ and
CBSN. Lanzone is also the CEO of CBS Interactive, the
7th largest Internet property in the United States. Under his leadership, CBS
Interactive's audience and engagement has more than doubled.
Prior to CBS, Lanzone was co-founder and Chief Executive Officer
of Clicker Media Inc., which was acquired by CBS in 2011. Lanzone
was previously the CEO of Ask.com (formerly Ask Jeeves), a top 10
global web property and leading search engine acquired by
IAC/InterActiveCorp in 2005.
"GoPro is known for enabling the world to capture and share its
passion in the form of immersive and engaging content," said
Lanzone. "I look forward to working with Nick and the rest of the
Board on the company's vision for the future."
Mr. Lanzone's appointment became effective on August 29 of this year.
About GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRO)
GoPro helps the world celebrate and share itself in immersive
and exciting ways.
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Inc. in the United States and other countries. All
other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For more information, visit www.gopro.com. GoPro users
can submit their photos, raw clips and video edits to GoPro Awards
for social stoke, GoPro gear and cash prizes. Learn more
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