AP to name breakthrough entertainers of 2017
For the first time on Tuesday, The Associated Press will name its Breakthrough Entertainers of the Year. The inaugural list comprises eight artists, including newcomers who made a splash in 2017 as well as more established entertainers who found success this year.
Errin Haines Whack named race and ethnicity writer
Deputy Managing Editor for U.S. News Noreen Gillespie announced a key appointment Tuesday, sending this memo to staff:
AP statement on Michael Oreskes
Director of Media Relations Lauren Easton issued this statement Monday regarding Michael Oreskes, former AP vice president and senior managing editor.
Three new deputy bureau chiefs in Washington
Washington Bureau Chief Julie Pace today announced three key appointments: editors J. David Ake, Kathleen Hennessey and Elizabeth Kennedy are the new deputy Washington bureau chiefs, leading AP’s coverage of the U.S. government and American politics.
Three journalists named to senior news leadership team
Senior Vice President and Executive Editor Sally Buzbee announced today three key appointments: Noreen Gillespie is the new Deputy Managing Editor for U.S. News, Sarah Nordgren becomes the new Deputy Managing Editor for Sports, Business News, Entertainment and Lifestyles, and Health and Science, and Lisa Gibbs is the new Director of News Partnerships.