AAP appoints former SMH editor Lisa Davies as new CEO

January 21, 2022 1:14

The Australian Associated Press (AAP) has appointed former editor of The Sydney Morning Herald Lisa Davies as its new CEO of AAP commencing 14 February.

AAP’s current CEO, Emma Cowdroy, recently discussed with the board her desire to step back from the role of CEO due to family commitments. Cowdroy will continue with AAP in a senior executive role.

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Emma Shepherd

Emma Shepherd was the acting deputy editor at Mumbrella who has over seven years of print and digital experience in the industry and has previously worked as a reporter for media outlets Bauer Media (now Are Media), Yahoo Australia, and a content strategist and writer for various independent marketing agencies.

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