A+E Networks, a major media company, is experiencing a significant executive shakeup as two top brass members from Lifetime, Amy Winter and Tanya Lopez, depart from the company. However, Elaine Frontain Bryant, the longstanding Executive Vice President and Head of Programming at A&E, will now take on the responsibility of overseeing all programming for Lifetime and LMN (Lifetime Movie Network), including their original telepic offerings. In addition, Eli Lehrer, who currently oversees programming for The History Channel, will now also take charge of A+E Networks’ Music Services division.
Both Frontain Bryant and Lehrer will continue reporting directly to Rob Sharenow, the President of Programming at A+E Networks. Winter, who held the position of EVP and Head of Programming at Lifetime for three years, is leaving the company, while Lopez will transition from her role as Lifetime’s top movies programmer to a producing deal with the company.
Sharenow expressed his confidence in Frontain Bryant and Lehrer, praising their creative expertise, strong relationships within the creative community, and understanding of what content viewers desire. He believes that they will continue to elevate the Lifetime and LMN brands and foster future success. Sharenow also acknowledged the contribution of Lopez in building the Lifetime brand throughout the years and expressed his enthusiasm for her continued involvement in producing original movies for the network.
Frontain Bryant’s leadership at A&E has contributed to the network’s resurgence in the top 10 entertainment networks, thanks to a robust lineup of award-winning nonfiction series and films. Lehrer, on the other hand, has played a pivotal role in making The History Channel one of the top five cable networks through the success of acclaimed nonfiction series like “Secret of Skinwalker Ranch”.
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Frontain Bryant expressed her honor in spearheading content for Lifetime, a brand renowned for powerful storytelling targeted towards women. She looks forward to collaborating with the talented teams at Lifetime and LMN to create new, engaging programming that resonates with their passionate fan base and attracts new audiences. Lehrer shared his eagerness to continue expanding the premium History brand while also streamlining A+E’s music services businesses to position the company for future growth.
Amy Winter, upon leaving the company, sent a heartfelt note to the staff expressing her pride in leading the Lifetime team and their collective achievements over the past three years. She highlighted the production of entertaining programming for their audiences and the brand’s commitment to empowering women and supporting communities. Winter shared her decision to embark on a new path that combines her passion for the creative aspects of entertainment with the business side of the industry. She expressed her confidence in the Lifetime team to continue delivering high-quality entertainment and expressed her gratitude to the leadership team at A+E Networks.
In conclusion, A+E Networks’ executive shuffle sees Amy Winter and Tanya Lopez exiting the company, while Elaine Frontain Bryant takes charge of overseeing Lifetime and LMN programming, and Eli Lehrer expands his responsibilities to include A+E Networks’ Music Services division. The executives hold high hopes for the future success of the brands under their leadership and express gratitude for their time at the company.
