Recent Stock Photo Industry Press Releases

Jupitermedia Announces Resignation of President/Chief Operating Officer

New York, NY, Oct. 27, 2008. Jupitermedia Corporation (Nasdaq: JUPM) today announced that Christopher Cardell, the President and Chief Operating Officer and a director of the company, has submitted his resignation to the company in order to pursue other interests. Mr. Cardell has been the President and Chief Operating Officer and a director of Jupitermedia since its inception in 1998. Effective immediately, Alan Meckler, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, will also serve as President and Chief Operating Officer of the Company.

Blend Images Names James Doherty as Senior Editor

Doherty Joins Editing Team to Focus on Artist Recruitment, Content Art Direction, and Editing

Seattle, WA, June 23, 2008. Blend Images, the world’s leading multiethnic stock photography agency, today announced that James Doherty has been appointed to the position of Senior Editor. In this role, Doherty will be responsible for artist recruitment, content art direction, and editing for the Blend collection. He will be based on the East Coast and report to Sarah Fix, Creative Director at Blend Images.

Newscom announces strategic leadership changes

David Young and Tom Bannon will lead the sales office

Reston, VA, June 10, 2008. Newscom, a global source of news and information, today announces a key addition to its leadership team. David Young comes onboard as Newscom’s Vice President of Sales. Tom Bannon, who has held the position for the past 18 months, has been named Vice President for Business Development.

“This strategic evolution in our leadership team will make our sales force stronger and more effective,” said Newscom Managing Director Bill Creighton. “By utilizing the skills and talents of both Tom and David in their new roles, we will reach new markets and develop relationships with new partners.”

The Bridgeman Art Library recruits Giovanni Cafagna

London, May 02, 2008. The Bridgeman Art Library is delighted to welcome Giovanni Cafagna as their new Sales and Marketing Manager. Giovanni brings with him a wealth of experience from a distinguished career within the image library industry. 

In 2000 Giovanni joined Corbis UK, working his way up to become the sales manager of the UK editorial sector, achieving double digit year on year growth. In July 2005 he moved to Milan, to open Corbis Italia, a sales and research operation turning circa 10m Euros per year. 

Corbis Appoints Barry Allen As New Chief Financial Officer

Veteran CFO Barry Allen Brings Rich Financial Management Experience in the e-Business Sector

London, Apr. 22, 2008. Corbis, a creative resource for advertising, marketing and media professionals, today announced that Barry Allen has been appointed as the company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Allen will oversee the financial management for Corbis and be a member of the Executive Team based in the company’s Seattle headquarters.

Allen has more than 25 years of experience in diverse senior executive leadership roles in the Internet, enterprise technology and real estate sectors. He is widely recognized for his strong track record of leading financial operations for companies in dynamic market environments and helping to drive sustainable long-term growth.

Guinevere Smith named The Associated Press´ National Entertainment Photo Editor

New York, NY, Mar. 24, 2008. Guinevere Smith has been appointed National Entertainment Photo Editor for The Associated Press. Smith has been with Getty Images since 1999, most recently as North American manager for field editing.

As national entertainment editor based in Los Angeles, Smith will direct, develop and enhance AP´s photo entertainment coverage in the United States. Her responsibilities will also include working with Canadian Press to coordinate entertainment coverage in North America.

Jupitermedia announces James Alexander as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Jupiterimages

New York, NY, Mar. 24, 2008. Jupitermedia Corporation (Nasdaq: JUPM) today announced that James Alexander has joined the organization as Senior Vice President and General Manager of its Jupiterimages division.  Prior to joining Jupitermedia, Mr. Alexander with Adobe Systems, Inc. and most recently was the head of Adobe Stock Photos at Adobe Systems, Inc. Prior to his tenure at Adobe, James held the positions of CEO at Mibrary, Inc. and President at eWatch Inc.

Mr. Alexander will be charged with overseeing all facets of the Jupiterimages division. He will be located in Jupitermedia’s Darien, Connecticut office and will report directly to President and COO Christopher S. Cardell.

Harriet Bridgeman opens the debate on non-dom tax

London, UK, Mar. 19, 2008. Harriet Bridgeman opens the debate on non-dom tax:

http://blogs.guardian.co.uk/art/.

ITN Source appoints Neil Meadows new UK Sales Director

London, UK, Mar. 13, 2008. ITN Source, one of the world’s leading providers of professional video content, has appointed Neil Meadows as Sales Director to drive its business in broadcast, education and entertainment markets.

Neil joins from Chellomedia, the content and technology division of cable operator Liberty Global Inc, where he was Senior Commercial Director.

Masterfile hires Marco Trecroce as Chief Operating Officer

Toronto, Canada, Mar. 12, 2008. Masterfile Corporation - a leading global independent stock photo agency - has hired Marco Trecroce for the new position of Chief Operating Officer with a special focus on technology initiatives.

"With his international management skills and extensive experience in online businesses, I know that Marco will be an invaluable asset to our company", said Masterfile President, Steve Pigeon.

"Marco will play an integral role in many of the initiatives we´ll be unveiling in the near future which are sure to raise the industry bar - and a lot of eyebrows."