COVERAWARDS’ EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH AMERICAN MEDIA’S DAVID PECKER: What’s Next for AMI?
American Media’s President and CEO shared exclusively with CoverAwards the latest developments at AMI, the leading publishing company in the celebrity journalism and health & fitness categories.
The company’s 16 titles reach over 50 million readers and include Star, National Enquirer, Globe, and Country Weekly .
In addition to finding out the latest AMI news, we found out something David Pecker has NEVER revealed publicly before! Enjoy!
But, first some background on David Pecker.
Prior to acquiring American Media, Inc. in 1999, Pecker was President and Chief Executive Officer of Hachette Filipacchi Magazines.
Previously, he had served as Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer for Hachette Magazines, Inc.
What inspired you to become a publisher?
“I was always a big reader of magazines, everything from Car and Driver to the National Enquirer. And although I began my career in finance, I always knew I wanted to be involved in all aspects of the business side of publishing,” admits Pecker.
What are your future plans for American Media’s portfolio?
“We are actively expanding the digital side of our business, extending our brands internationally and pursuing broadcast opportunities,” says Pecker. “By focusing on two of the hottest markets, celebrity and health & fitness, we’re in a very good position to enjoy future growth in all mediums.”
What is one thing your employees/publishing industry would be surprised to learn about you?
That I once shaved my mustache, albeit very briefly.
