National Geographic announced CEO David Lyle will be leaving the network, where he has served since 2011. In his place, Courteney Monroe has been named CEO, effective May 1, up from her previous role as chief marketing officer at the network. Howard Owens, president of National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo Wild, has also announced his departure, and is set to pursue an independent production opportunity. For the latest news from National Geographic, become a Facebook fan.

 

 

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