Kasia Kieli has been appointed as the new head of Discovery Networks International's Africa, Europe and Middle East region, with the title of president and managing director of EMEA, effective immediately.
Kasia Kieli has been with Discovery for 17 years and has managed operations across 112 markets.
"Kasia Kieli has demonstrated great vision and determination with unmatched expertise in managing what is probably one of the most complex and diverse regions in the world," says Jean-Briac Perrette, CEO and president of Discovery Networks International.
"EMEA represents our largest region in terms of revenue as well as the focus of considerable investment in the past and big ambition for the future."
"I have no doubt that under Kasia's strong and effective leadership, we will see our combined EMEA organization continue to grow to new heights and in unimaginable ways."
Kasia Kieli says "I joined Discovery in 2000 because I loved the brand, believed in its values and saw the opportunities it was creating".
"I still share that very same excitement with millions of viewers who come to watch our programs every day to be entertained, inspired, and amazed."
"After 17 years, my belief in Discovery is stronger than ever. It is an exhilarating time as we can now offer our fans so many new ways to engage with the content they love through multiple partnerships, platforms and devices".
Marinella Soldi becomes chief strategy officer for Discovery Networks International EMEA, and managing director of Southern Europe.
James Gibbons meanwhile has been appointed as general manager for the United Kingdom/Ireland, Australia and New Zealand and head of commercial development EMEA.
The moves come after Discovery appointed Susanna Dinnage as the first global president for Animal Planet (DStv 183).
