The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has announced it has appointed Lynley Marshall as the group’s new CEO, ABC International.

 

Ms Marshall previously served as the group’s leader of ABC Commercial operations, leading the company’s retail arm.

 

Prior to her role in ABC Commercial, Lynley led the Corporation’s then New Media and Digital Services team in creating many innovative projects including the ABC's first broadband and mobile services and the establishment of the its first digital television channels. 

 

The appointment follows an ‘extensive international search’ to fill the position following the retirement of Murray Green from the position.

 

ABC Managing Director Mark Scott said: “International broadcasting is a central part of the ABC Charter and with Lynley in this role, we will be well placed to take advantage of new media platforms, expanding Australia’s reach in radio, television, online and mobile. Lynley has the knowledge and experience to identify other opportunities to take existing ABC content into international markets.