Joyce H. Newman To Helm Environmental Defense Web & Broadcast Media Services

(20 September 2002)  Environmental Defense announced today that Joyce H. Newman will direct its newly reorganized Internet and Media Services operations.  Ms. Newman was previously acting chief Internet officer.

“We are very excited about Joyce’s new role.  She brings valuable skills and management experience in broadcasting and new digital media to the organization, which will help us increase our visibility and impact,” said Environmental Defense executive director, Fred Krupp.

Joyce Newman’s many years of experience with Consumer Reports Television, HBO, public television, cable and the commercial networks will help Environmental Defense work effectively with the media industry.  “We have an opportunity to reach important audiences with our messages through broadcast and other digital media,” said Thomas Belford, Marketing and Communications deputy director for Environmental Defense.

Newman will be responsible for all broadcast media programming such as video and audio news releases, satellite tours, informational programs and documentaries, as well as the organization’s web sites and online content.