CNBC hires international sales chief

Max Raven

Business news channel CNBC has hired Max Raven as senior vice-president of international ad sales with responsibility for CNBC International sales strategy and operations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Latin America.

Raven was previously SVP, ad sales and deputy GM of digital at Turner Broadcasting’s CNN International.

KC Sullivan, president and MD of CNBC International, to whom Raven will report said: “We’re extremely pleased to bring Max on board to transition our commercial offering to a new level. His extensive background in driving growth through innovation, collaboration and strong team leadership will help cement CNBC’s position as the destination of choice for commercial clients”.

Raven said: “I’m excited by the challenge at CNBC International, which has an established and influential audience and client base worldwide. I look forward to bringing fresh perspective and leadership to an already strong sales team.”