Going forward, there will be one executive in each geographic region responsible for internal programs and another who oversees issues dealing with the content pipeline and programming. Horne’s role entailed promoting inclusion efforts for the company’s workforce as well as its programming.
“I thank Karen for the important role she played in establishing a strong foundation while integrating the legacy companies’ teams and programs, and wish her the very best.” “Karen is a talented executive who is committed to our shared goals of creating an even more inclusive company and an accessible and equitable industry,” Sadiq wrote. Discovery, she served as senior vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion overseeing all North American components. She has been a longtime leader in the industry’s efforts to ensure that the workforce as well as films and TV shows reflect society’s diversity.Īt Warner Bros. Discovery’s chief global diversity, equity and inclusion officer, Asif Sadiq, remains.īut Horne, who declined comment, is deeply popular and respected in the Hollywood creative community. Megan Klein, a spokesperson for the company, confirmed Horne’s exit she said the executive’s departure was not part of the cost-cutting but rather a rethinking and reorganization of the company’s diversity organization. Discovery announced Horne’s departure to staff on Wednesday, sources told The Times. Horne becomes the latest senior executive forced out amid a massive restructuring. Discovery is laying off Karen Horne, a respected executive who had overseen diversity, equity and inclusion efforts at the storied film and television company in Burbank.
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