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Isaac Lee named CEO of Fusion

October 4, 2013

Maribel Ramos-Weiner


Fusion announced that veteran journalist Isaac Lee will become Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. In this new role Lee, who will continue to serve as president of Univision News, will be responsible for all programming and business aspects of Fusion.Fusion is a news, pop culture and lifestyle television and digital network. Fusion launches in millions of homes nationwide on October 28; its digital platform will launch October 21. Fusion is a joint venture between Univision Communications Inc. and the Disney/ABC Television Network. Randy Falco, president and CEO of Univision Communications, Inc., stated: “Isaac is one of the most creative executives I know. His innovation and commitment makes him the right person in this expanded role.””Isaac is a visionary and a true leader. We are delighted that he’ll now bring his energy, passion and programming genius to Fusion full time,” said Anne Sweeney, co-chair, Disney Media Networks and president of the Disney/ABC Television Group.”Isaac has been a tremendous partner in this endeavor since its inception. His deep understanding of content that is relevant to Latinos and millennials will be critical as we bring together diverse cultures, voices and viewpoints to serve this influential and growing audience in the months and years ahead,” said Ben Sherwood, President of ABC News.