Joseph Ianniello, who until Sunday served as CBS’ chief operating officer, becomes president and acting chief executive while the search for a new leader proceeds. In his new role, Ianniello will oversee all operations of the company, including its various business units — the CBS broadcast network, the CBS television production studio, a chain of television stations, premium cable channel Showtime, CBS Films as well as the company’s interest in the CW television network.

Source: Los Angeles Times September 10, 2018 10:02 UTC