2-9-2012
Slacker has added Steve Wadsworth (pictured), a former senior executive at The Walt Disney Company to its Board of Directors. Wadsworth spent 17 years at Disney where he was a pioneer for the company?s digital media and technology business. Wadsworth said, ?Interaction is a key component to the Slacker listening experience. Slacker is taking a unique approach to radio by combining excellent content discovery with personalization on a growing collection of available platforms. The opportunity to join Slacker?s Board of Directors is an honor.?
Slacker CEO Jim Cady said, ?Expanding Slacker to provide an unrivaled range of music, entertainment and news is a top priority for 2012. We are eager to have Steve lend us his expertise on the Board as we further develop the Slacker listening experience.?
Wadsworth?s career with Disney includes more than 11 years as Disney?s chief executive overseeing Internet and digital media. In his most recent role, Wadsworth served as president of Disney Interactive Media Group, where he led the global creation and delivery of entertainment and lifestyle content across digital and interactive media platforms.
