Trisha Gosser Appointed Gannett Chief Financial Officer

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Gannett Co. (NYSE: GCI) has appointed Trisha Gosser as Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Gosser, who brings over 20 years of financial experience including 15+ years in the media industry, will oversee finance functions including investor relations, financial planning and analysis, and audit and compliance reporting.

Previously serving as Deputy CFO, Gosser has been with Gannett since 2007, leading teams across accounting, financial planning, data, and investor relations. She played a key role in the merger of Gannett Co. and New Media Investment Group, and held prior finance roles at Brunswick and Mitsubishi Electric.

In her new position, Gosser will report to CEO Michael Reed and focus on driving growth, innovation, and sustainability across Gannett's portfolio of brands, products, and services. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the News Media Alliance.

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• Appointment of experienced internal candidate with 15+ years of media industry expertise
• Strong institutional knowledge from 16 years at Gannett
• Proven track record in managing strategic initiatives and merger experience

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Gosser brings over 20 years of experience leading financial services practices

NEW YORK, NY--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) announced today that Trisha Gosser will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer effective immediately. In her role, Gosser will lead the company’s finance functions including investor relations, financial planning and analysis as well as audit and compliance reporting to Gannett Chief Executive Officer Michael Reed.

“I am energized to step into the Chief Financial Officer role and to partner with senior leaders across Gannett to drive growth, innovation, and sustainability of Gannett’s expansive portfolio of brands, products, and services,” said Trisha Gosser. “My passion for the industry fuels my commitment to advancing Gannett’s mission of empowering and enriching communities.”

Gosser has over 20 years of financial experience, including more than 15 years in the media industry. Since joining Gannett in 2007, Gosser has led teams across accounting, financial planning, data, and investor relations, driving strategic initiatives that build on the foundation of the company’s financial and operational success. She most recently served as the Deputy Chief Financial Officer, overseeing financial and strategic planning, data and analytics, and investor relations. Previously, she held the role of Senior Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations, playing a key role in the merger of Gannett Co., Inc. and New Media Investment Group, Inc. Prior to Gannett, she held finance roles at Brunswick Corporation and Mitsubishi Electric, managing operations across accounting and tax.

“I’ve worked with Trisha for 5 years and I know she has the proven experience to thrive in this role. I’m thrilled to elevate her to CFO and have the utmost confidence in her leadership ability,” said Michael Reed, Gannett Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Gannett is fortunate to have a leader with her deep institutional knowledge and operational experience to enable the finance organization to deliver excellence and value to our stakeholders. Trisha’s understanding of the company and our strategic long-term plans along with her relationships with investors will certainly position Gannett for success as we continue our transformation.”

Gosser currently serves on the Board of Directors for the News Media Alliance.

ABOUT GANNETT

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions.

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MEDIA CONTACTS

Gannett Corporate Communications

Lark-Marie Anton

Chief Communications Officer

646-906-4087

lark@gannett.com

Gannett Investor Relations

Matt Esposito

Head of Investor Relations

703-854-3000

investors@gannett.com

Source: Gannett Co., Inc.

FAQ

What are Trisha Gosser's main responsibilities as the new CFO of Gannett (GCI)?

As CFO, Gosser will lead Gannett's finance functions, including investor relations, financial planning and analysis, audit and compliance reporting, reporting directly to CEO Michael Reed.

What is Trisha Gosser's experience prior to becoming Gannett's (GCI) CFO?

Gosser has over 20 years of financial experience, including 15+ years in media. She joined Gannett in 2007 and most recently served as Deputy CFO, with previous roles at Brunswick and Mitsubishi Electric.

What was Gosser's role in Gannett's (GCI) merger with New Media Investment Group?

As Senior Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations, Gosser played a key role in the merger between Gannett Co. and New Media Investment Group.

What additional leadership positions does Trisha Gosser hold outside of her Gannett (GCI) CFO role?

Gosser currently serves on the Board of Directors for the News Media Alliance.