NBC's Whitaker Named Managing Editor of CNN Worldwide

NBC Washington Bureau Chief Mark Whitaker is leaving the network for an executive role at CNN.  Whitaker, who took the reins of NBC’s Washington Bureau following the death of  Tim Russert, has been named executive vice president and managing editor for all CNN Worldwide brands.  The New York- based position will place Whitaker at the helm of CNN, CNN International, HLN and the websites, effective February 14, 2011.

“Our aim is to position a strong managing editor, working closely with the head of each CNN network and Web site, to generate reporting and analysis that consistently stands out, sparks conversation and captures the true meaning and relevance of the events in the news,” said CNN Worldwide President Jim Walton.

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