Daniel Alegre Takes the Helm at TelevisaUnivision
Daniel Alegre is set to lead the Spanish-language media giant TelevisaUnivision, bringing his strong operational experience in digital media to a company that is looking to make strides in a competitive landscape dominated by the rise of streaming services. Alegre will take over from Wade Davis, the former Viacom CFO who oversaw the merger of Univision with Mexico-based Grupo Televisa in 2022. Davis will transition to the role of vice chairman and continue to be a key member of the executive committee of the Board of Directors.
Alegre’s appointment comes as part of the company’s long-term succession planning process, with Alfonso de Angoitia, executive chairman of TelevisaUnivision, expressing confidence in Alegre’s ability to lead the company into its next phase of growth. Alegre’s extensive global operational experience, spanning three decades and encompassing technology, digital platforms, and entertainment, makes him the ideal candidate to drive TelevisaUnivision forward.
Despite the challenges faced by the company, including mounting debt and declining profits post-merger, TelevisaUnivision under Alegre’s leadership aims to capitalize on its market position and recent investments in linear and streaming platforms, news, and sports products. The company has been actively pursuing new broadband services such as ViX and Prende TV, while also expanding its relationships with U.S. sports leagues.
Alegre’s background at Google, Activision Blizzard, and Yuga Labs, where he served as CEO, positions him well to navigate the evolving media landscape and drive growth for TelevisaUnivision. With a track record of success in revenue growth and direct-to-consumer business development, Alegre’s appointment signals a new chapter for the company.
As TelevisaUnivision looks to the future under Alegre’s leadership, the company remains committed to delivering above-market revenue growth, outperforming advertising markets in the U.S. and Mexico, and expanding its presence in the Spanish-language streaming market. With Alegre at the helm, the company is poised to build on its strengths and capitalize on new opportunities in the ever-changing media industry.
Stay tuned for more updates as Daniel Alegre takes the reins at TelevisaUnivision and leads the company into a new era of growth and innovation.
