Christoph Marty becomes CEO of Clear Channel

Christoph Marty is moving from Publicitas to Clear Channel.Christoph Marty, currently CEO of Publicitas Switzerland, has been appointed as the new CEO of Clear Channel Switzerland.Christoph Marty, 48, joined Publicitas in 2013 as Sales Director and was appointed CEO in 2014. During this time, he transformed the division and repositioned the company in challenging market conditions. From 2003 to 2013, he held various management positions at AZ Medien AG. Prior to that, he worked at Tamedia from 1993 to 2003.William Eccleshare, CEO & Chairman Clear Channel International, said of the appointment: "I am delighted that Christoph Marty will be joining Clear Channel Switzerland as its new CEO. He has extensive knowledge of the media industry and a broad understanding of the strength of Out of Home and Clear Channel's great assets. With his excellent leadership skills and experience in driving digital media development, I am convinced that he is the right person to continue our journey in Switzerland and take our company forward. "Christoph Marty said: "I am excited to become part of the Clear Channel Switzerland team and help take the company to the next level - always close to the market and customers. Winning the VBZ contract, the ongoing digital expansion plans and the strength of Out of Home in Switzerland make me even more excited about this great opportunity. "Christoph Marty will take up office as the new CEO by November 2016 at the latest.Stefan Lameire, CEO a. i. since April 2016, will return to his role as Chief Customer and Revenue Officer Clear Channel International, but will remain President of Clear Channel Switzerland: "I would like to use the experience I have gained over the last few months in this great country and look forward to supporting Christoph and the Swiss management team at this crucial point in the digital expansion strategy."