NRS Media has appointed Stephen Wright, based in Atlanta, US, to the position of Global CEO. Stephen replaces Marc Verhoeven, who sadly passed away in August 2011. Stephen is currently President of NRS Media’s US and Latin American businesses and will step into the CEO role at the end of January.

Chairman of the Board Craig Thompson says, “Stephen is an incredibly motivated and talented leader, with a proven track record of success. With many years’ experience in media – and at NRS Media – Stephen is the perfect candidate to follow in the footsteps of Marc Verhoeven to continue our successful development and growth. The Board of NRS Media is extremely pleased to have Stephen step into this position.”

Stephen joined NRS Media in 2004 and successfully created the print division of the US business before heading the Sales Operations Division. He was promoted to the position of President of NRS Media US and Latin America in 2009 – NRS Media’s largest franchise – and has consistently delivered sustainable, profitable growth. Stephen has worked in pivotal roles in the media industry for more than 20 years including sales and strategy consulting and management.

Stephen says, “I am delighted to have been appointed to this important and challenging role. I have enormous faith in NRS Media and our capacity for continued success. I am excited to build on the business’ strengths, whilst continuing to serve our valued partners around the globe.”

NRS Media has generated over US$700 million globally for its media partners. In the past year alone NRS Media delivered more than US$205 million in additional annualised revenue.

NRS Media is a global leader in direct media sales strategy, having designed and executed professionally structured revenue generating solutions for 20 years in over 30 different countries. NRS Media is expert in identifying and executing sales training and revenue generation opportunities that help media businesses succeed, even in the toughest markets.