FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 24.02.2014 PRESS RELEASE New CEO’s named for Pacific Media Network Pacific Media Network announces the appointments of Joint Chief Executive Officers; Veteran Broadcaster Mr Tony Amos and Business Growth Strategist; Mr Letoa Henry Jenkins. In an extensive broadcasting career spanning more than forty years; starting by completing announcer training in 1972 through to days as an announcer and programmer at Radio Hauraki, to lobbying the government and successfully introducing FM broadcasting to New Zealand in the early 1980’s to most recently as radio and television talkback host and commentator, Amos says “I’m delighted and excited to be part of the future of Pacific Media Network and all it’s remarkable endeavours.” Jenkins, a Chartered Accountant by profession and University of Auckland, MBA graduate, brings a wealth of business experience in senior roles in the industries of Finance, ICT and FMCG markets here in New Zealand and the Asia Pacific Region. “I’m looking forward to working for a unique and ambitious network that strives for the betterment of Pacific Peoples” says Jenkins. While broadcasting remains a core media service of Pacific Media Network, added to the mix are other platforms including events, digital and social media to cater for a diverse Pacific audience living throughout New Zealand. Amos says “Pacific Media Network plays a unique and significant role in Pacific communities keeping all connected and informed. Technological advancements in electronic media has and will always change the way we communicate.” Chairman of the National Pacific Radio Trust Board which governs Pacific Media Network, Mr Uluomato’otua Aiono ONZM says the five month recruitment process involving the Board and key stakeholders has found two unique talents who combined make a world class, trail-blazing appointment. “I am looking forward to Pacific Media Network becoming the All Blacks of New Zealand media.” Today is officially the first day at the helm for Amos and Jenkins. END FOR RELEASE – FEBRUARY 24, 2014 MORE NEW CEO’S NAMED FOR PACIFIC MEDIA NETWORK PAGE 2 END NOTES: Pacific Media Network is owned and operated by the National Pacific Radio Trust Inc (NPRT). NPRT was established in 2002 with the objective of delivering a national Pacific radio network. Pacific Media Network has three premium products broadcasting in English and nine Pacific languages: Pacific Radio News, provides news and information specifically catering to Pacific communities on a domestic and regional front. Radio 531pi broadcasts in Auckland to a mature Pacific audience while Niu FM broadcasts over 13 frequencies throughout New Zealand catering for Pacific youth. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Nina Fa’amausili DDI 09 869 2111 Phone: 021 648 378 Email: [email protected]