Longtime managing director of Penguin General Books in the UK Joanna Prior has been named the new ceo of Pan Macmillan. Longtime ceo Anthony Forbes Watson “decided that the time has come for him to make room for a fresh pair of eyes and to give him time to pursue other interests” and will step down early next year. He will serve as an advisor to Stefan von Holtzbrinck and the Holtzbrinck Publishing Group. Macmillan ceo Don Weisberg says in the announcement: “Joanna’s reputation as an industry trailblazer is far-reaching. Her blend of creative talent and commercial acumen is evident […]
