NBC Ups Jean Dietze To EVP, Affiliate Relations

Jean Dietze has been promoted to EVP, affiliate relations, NBC, it was announced by Ted Harbert, Chairman, NBC Broadcasting, to whom she reports. Jean is based in New York.

In her new role she will continue to oversee all aspects of affiliate relations, and serve as the network’s chief liaison to the affiliate body.

“Jean is a terrific executive,” commented Ted Harbert, chairman, NBC broadcasting. “Her hard work, talent, and skill have earned her the respect of the entire affiliate body, as well as a reputation as one of the most effective people in the business. She has been a leader in our affiliate relations efforts with great distinction over the years, making this an extremely well deserved, and long overdue, promotion.”

Jean Dietze was named SVP, affiliate relations in 2009, at which time she became head of the department. From 1992 to 2009, she served as VP of affiliate relations.

She first joined the company as a member of the TV Network Sales division, and subsequently held roles of increasing responsibility, including several positions in the Station Clearance & Analysis departments.

Jean is a graduate of Fordham University.