TNA Hires New Chief Strategy Officer, Issues Release

TNA has been in the headlines perhaps more than any other promotion over the course of the past few months, and perhaps not for the reasons it has wanted to. With numerous departures coming in the wake of rumors of Destination America pulling the plug on “IMPACT WRESTLING,” the company issued a press release Wednesday announcing it has hired a new chief strategy officer.

The release is as followed:

TNA Wrestling issued the following, announcing that they’d hired Eric Sherman to become new Chief Strategy Officer. Sherman has worked with MTV Networks for over 20 years.

“Eric Sherman has been named Chief Strategy Officer for TNA Entertainment effective immediately. Sherman is an accomplished media and entertainment executive who served more than 20 years with MTV Networks overseeing VH1 Classic, VH1 Soul and Palladia, served as president of Fuse TV and most recently was CEO of Veria Living, a health and wellness network. Sherman also has served as a talent manager for artists such as Steven Tyler, securing his deal to judge American Idol. In his role as Chief Strategy Officer, Sherman will develop, coordinate and oversee implementation of global strategic initiatives in advancement of TNA and its affiliated brands and properties.

“As we celebrate our 13 year anniversary, TNA, with the incredible support of our fans, has been cultivated into a robust diverse global business poised for significant growth,” said TNA President Dixie Carter. “Eric’s depth of experience in television, digital media and talent management undergirds his capacity to organize and lead teams in the development and implementation of vision-fulfilling strategies. We are delighted to have him join the TNA family.”

“I’m thrilled to be joining a company experiencing record international growth with content seen in more than 120 countries,” said Sherman. “There is a bright future for TNA on traditional and emerging platforms, and I’m excited to join Dixie’s executive team as head of strategy.”

Sherman, a resident of New York City, will split his time between his office there and the TNA Headquarters in Nashville, Tenn.”

It is unsure at this time if this will have any effect on its standing with Destination America.

Editor’s Note

Obviously, wish for the best.

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