Caroline Jamet will become president of Cogeco Media on February 3.
She will succeed Caroline Paquet, whose unexpected departure was announced at the end of last August, in a tumultuous context.
Ms. Jamet notably proved herself at the start of her career with L’Équipe Spectra, where she became a key influencer in the Quebec cultural landscape, playing an important role in the growth and national and international recognition of the Jazz Festival. Montreal and the FrancoFolies de Montréal.
At Gesca, then owner of The Pressshe assumed the commercial management of two publishing divisions in addition to being involved in the digital transformation of the newspaper.
Most recently, she led -’s French-language radio and audio sector, helping to increase market share and leading the development of its digital strategy.
“Caroline’s extensive experience and engaging leadership will be invaluable as we continue to evolve and develop Cogeco Media,” Frédéric Perron, President and CEO of Cogeco, said in a press release on Wednesday.
-“His strategic vision, experience in digital transformation and deep understanding of the media landscape will be valuable assets in ensuring and maintaining our future success,” he added.
“With its presence across Quebec and its great reputation, it is a privilege to join Cogeco Media,” said Ms. Jamet.
Cogeco Media owns and operates 21 radio stations including the Rythme network stations, 98.5 FM, 96.9 CKOI, The Beat 92.5 as well as four Planète stations.
Remember that in 2024, star collaborators MC Gilles and Pierre-Yves McSween were thanked by the station 98.5 FM. Host Patricia Paquin was also shown the studio door a few hours before the premiere of her show Les Filles du Lunch, broadcast on Rythme 105.7 FM.
