Ian Singer Named Publisher LJ, SLJ, Horn Book
Replaces Ron Shank, who has taken leave of absence Sep 27, 2010Media Source, Inc., today announced the appointment of Ian Singer as publisher for its magazines serving the library market—Library Journal, School Library Journal, The Horn Book Magazine, and The Horn Book Guide. Singer joined Media Source in 2010 as VP, Content & Business Development. He has a strong background in the library market, having served as VP of Data Services at Bowker, where he managed the Books in Print data operations, online products, and an OPAC enrichment service.
In making the assignment, Randy Asmo, Media Source CEO said, "Ian's diverse background enables him to bring a fresh perspective and strategic vision to our publications that will help us continue to meet the present and future needs of our readers and advertisers." Singer's new responsibilities include expansion of content licensing, identifying new product and business line extensions, and leading the company's evolving digital strategy.
Singer takes over as publisher from Ron Shank, who is on leave for personal reasons. Highly respected throughout the industry, Shank was the long-time publisher of Library Journal and School Library Journal and has been with the brands for over two decades. He was named publisher of The Horn Book Magazine and The Horn Book Guide earlier this year.
Brian Kenney, Editorial Director of Library Journal, School Library Journal, The Horn Book Magazine, and The Horn Book Guide, Francine Fialkoff, Editor-in-Chief of Library Journal, Roger Sutton, Editor-in-Chief of The Horn Book Magazine and The Horn Book Guide, and Roy Futterman, Advertising Director for the three brands, will remain in their positions. Kenney and Futterman will now report to Singer.
