The renowned media conglomerate behind several noted local publications and radio has appointed two leading figures in the media industry.
- Matthew Margetts, ex-Telegraph Head of Business and Finance, joins as Senior Non-Executive Director.
- Garrett Harte, former Newstalk Editor in Chief, has been recruited as a board advisor.
- These appointments aim to enhance the group’s strategic growth in print, radio, and digital sectors.
- The focus is on transforming hyper-local media with an eye towards community engagement and future innovations.
The media group, known for the Tameside Reporter, Glossop Chronicle, Oldham Reporter, and Tameside Radio, has recently bolstered its leadership with the induction of two seasoned professionals from the media world. This strategic move signals the group’s intent to fortify its presence in the local media landscape with robust leadership.
Matthew Margetts brings with him a wealth of experience from his tenure at Telegraph Media as Head of Business and Finance. His extensive resume also includes senior roles at major organisations like Microsoft, AOL, and AppNexus. The CEO of the group, Emma Marsh, emphasised the value of Margetts’ appointment, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Matthew to our leadership team. His wealth of experience and expertise will strengthen our hyper-local media strategy, bringing visionary insight and a dedication that aligns perfectly with our mission to provide impactful and community-focused media services.”
Also joining the group is Garrett Harte, who will serve in the capacity of a board advisor. Harte, with his substantial background as Editor in Chief of Ireland’s largest commercial radio group, Newstalk, is expected to lend his expertise towards enhancing the group’s strategic growth across various media platforms, including newspapers, radio stations, and digital networks. His role involves championing the expansion of the Youth Media Network initiative, an endeavour aimed at revitalising the industry by fostering new talent and perspectives.
Together, these recent appointments underscore the group’s ambition to reimagine hyper-local media delivery across Tameside, Glossop, Oldham, and neighbouring regions. As articulated by Marsh, the integration of these executives heralds a new era for the media group, promoting a model that merges traditional media values with modern technological advancements.
These strategic appointments reflect a strong commitment to innovation and growth in the hyper-local media sphere.
