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Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NASDAQ:LEE) has appointed Les Ottolenghi as Chief Transformation and Commercial Officer. Ottolenghi's vast experience in technology and cybersecurity will drive Lee's digital growth, data business, and digital leadership. His role aims to exceed the company's growth targets and strengthen market position.

Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NASDAQ:LEE) ha nominato Les Ottolenghi come Direttore della Trasformazione e Commerciale. L'ampia esperienza di Ottolenghi nel settore della tecnologia e della cybersecurity contribuirà alla crescita digitale di Lee, agli affari di dati e alla leadership digitale. Il suo ruolo ha l'obiettivo di superare gli obiettivi di crescita dell'azienda e di rafforzare la posizione di mercato.
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NASDAQ:LEE) ha nombrado a Les Ottolenghi como Director de Transformación y Comercio. La vasta experiencia de Ottolenghi en tecnología y ciberseguridad impulsará el crecimiento digital de Lee, el negocio de datos y el liderazgo digital. Su rol apunta a superar las metas de crecimiento de la compañía y fortalecer su posición en el mercado.
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (나스닥:LEE)는 레스 오톨렌기를 최고 변혁 및 상업 책임자로 임명하였습니다. 오톨렌기의 풍부한 기술 및 사이버 보안 경험은 리의 디지털 성장, 데이터 비즈니스 및 디지털 리더십을 촉진할 것입니다. 그의 역할은 회사의 성장 목표를 초과 달성하고 시장 위치를 강화하는 것을 목표로 합니다.
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NASDAQ:LEE) a nommé Les Ottolenghi au poste de Directeur de la Transformation et du Commerce. L'expérience étendue de Ottolenghi dans la technologie et la cybersécurité dynamisera la croissance numérique de Lee, les activités de données et le leadership numérique. Son rôle est de dépasser les objectifs de croissance de l'entreprise et de renforcer la position sur le marché.
Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NASDAQ:LEE) hat Les Ottolenghi zum Chief Transformation und Commercial Officer ernannt. Ottolenghis umfangreiche Erfahrungen in Technologie und Cybersicherheit werden das digitale Wachstum von Lee, das Datengeschäft und die digitale Führung vorantreiben. Seine Rolle zielt darauf ab, die Wachstumsziele des Unternehmens zu übertreffen und die Marktposition zu stärken.
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  • Les Ottolenghi's appointment as Chief Transformation and Commercial Officer brings a wealth of experience in technology and cybersecurity to Lee Enterprises, enhancing the company's digital capabilities.

  • Ottolenghi's focus on digital transformation, artificial intelligence, e-commerce, data monetization, and cybersecurity aligns with Lee's strategy to drive digital growth and strengthen market supremacy.

  • Ottolenghi's role aims to exceed Lee's growth targets, expand the subscriber base, increase annualized recurring revenue, and drive new revenue streams, fostering overall company growth and success.

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  • Ottolenghi's success in delivering on Lee's growth targets and digital transformation strategy may face challenges in implementation, adoption, or market competition, potentially impacting the company's performance.

DAVENPORT, Iowa, May 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Les Ottolenghi, a Fortune 500 senior technology and cybersecurity executive, has joined Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (NASDAQ:LEE), as Chief Transformation and Commercial Officer.

Kevin Mowbray, Lee’s President and Chief Executive Officer, said the senior-level role was created to advance and accelerate Lee’s industry-leading digital growth and further strengthen market supremacy.

“Les brings over 25 years of leadership experience in large public corporations and high-growth technology startups, with keen expertise in digital transformation, artificial intelligence developments, e-commerce, modernizing digital infrastructure, data monetization, and cybersecurity,” Mowbray said. “His addition will help Lee exceed the five-year targets in our Three-Pillar Growth Strategy of expanding our subscriber base, growing our base of annualized recurring revenue and driving new revenue streams.”

“I see tremendous value in Lee’s strategy. As Chief Transformation and Commercial Officer, I am excited to collaborate with the Lee team to leverage the power of transformative AI to drive our data business and accelerate Lee’s digital leadership,” said Ottolenghi.

Les Ottolenghi

Ottolenghi will report to Mowbray and is responsible for modernizing Lee’s IT infrastructure and developing and directing accelerators to Lee’s digital transformation strategy. Ottolenghi will also report to the Lee board of directors and its audit committee on cybersecurity and artificial intelligence implications. In addition, he will work with the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer on shareholder outreach and investor relations.

His experience includes serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Technology officer for Stride Inc., leading the education company’s digital transformation, artificial intelligence and digital products initiatives. He previously was Executive Vice President and Global Chief Information Officer for Caesars Entertainment Corp., Global Chief Information Officer for Las Vegas Sands Corp., and Chief Information Officer for Carlson Wagonlit Travel, Inc.

Among industry achievements, he has been recognized as Chief Information Officer of the year by CIO Magazine, Gartner Group and Computerworld. Also, he co-founded the world’s largest public technology innovation center, BlackFire, in Las Vegas. He has served on the artificial intelligence advisory board of the University of California Berkley, and on the Massachusetts Institute of Technology innovation advisory board. He was a founding member of the Duke University innovation and entrepreneurship program.

He was a Woodruff Scholar at Emory University’s Goizueta School of Business, where he graduated magna cum laude with an MBA in decision information analysis. He received his bachelor’s degree from Duke University.

Lee Enterprises is a digital-first subscription platform providing local markets with valuable, high-quality, intensely local news, information, advertising and marketing services with daily newspapers, rapidly growing digital products and nearly 350 weekly and specialty publications serving 73 markets in 26 states. Markets include St. Louis, MO; Buffalo, NY; Omaha, NE; Richmond, VA; Lincoln, NE; Madison, WI; Davenport, IA; and Tucson, AZ. Lee Common Stock is traded on NASDAQ under the symbol LEE. For more information about Lee, please visit www.lee.net.

ABOUT LEE

Lee Enterprises is a major subscription and advertising platform and a leading provider of local news and information with daily newspapers, rapidly growing digital products and nearly 350 weekly and specialty publications serving 73 markets in 26 states. Lee's markets include St. Louis, MO; Buffalo, NY; Omaha, NE; Richmond, VA; Lincoln, NE; Madison, WI; Davenport, IA; and Tucson, AZ. Lee Common Stock is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol LEE. For more information about Lee, please visit www.lee.net.

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FAQ

Who is the new Chief Transformation and Commercial Officer at Lee Enterprises?

Les Ottolenghi has been appointed as the new Chief Transformation and Commercial Officer at Lee Enterprises.

What is Les Ottolenghi's expertise that he brings to Lee Enterprises?

Les Ottolenghi brings over 25 years of leadership experience in public corporations and technology startups with expertise in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, e-commerce, and cybersecurity.

What are Ottolenghi's responsibilities at Lee Enterprises?

Ottolenghi is responsible for modernizing Lee's IT infrastructure, driving digital transformation, and developing new revenue streams, among other duties.

In which markets does Lee Enterprises operate?

Lee Enterprises serves 73 markets in 26 states, including St. Louis, MO; Buffalo, NY; Omaha, NE; Richmond, VA; Lincoln, NE; Madison, WI; Davenport, IA; and Tucson, AZ.

Where is Lee Enterprises' Common Stock traded?

Lee Enterprises' Common Stock is traded on NASDAQ under the symbol LEE.

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