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Magid announces the promotion of Jaime Spencer to Executive Vice President, Head of Local Media

Magid announces the promotion of Jaime Spencer to Executive Vice President, Head of Local Media

Spencer’s innovative leadership builds upon Magid’s powerful legacy in local media, strengthens its position for future growth as the industry evolves

MINNEAPOLIS, November 21, 2019 – Jaime Spencer has been named Executive Vice President, Head of Local Media at Magid, further positioning the company for future growth and the evolution of its services in local media.

Spencer started with the company in 2002 as a consulting associate, then consultant and strategist before moving into leadership. He also gained valuable experience outside the firm, previously working in consumer PR for Edelman, as a reporter, and General Manager of a Gannett daily paper.

“I’m honored to be asked to lead our Local Media group and join the Executive Leadership Team as we continue to define and drive a vision for our practice that meets the challenges of our local media clients,” said Spencer. “It is a challenging, but opportunistic time for local media organizations. I couldn’t be more excited to help our clients take advantage of changes occurring in the market and continue to be successful.”

Jaime succeeds Steve Ridge who is transitioning to Senior Advisor.

“Steve has dedicated more than 30 years of his career shaping our local media practice into what it is today and we’re grateful for his strategic guidance,” said Brent Magid, President and CEO of Magid. “Under Jaime’s leadership, I’m excited about the new services we’re bringing to our clients to help them succeed in the areas of greatest opportunity for their business. Jaime brings both tremendous historical perspective and new thinking that has led to numerous client successes.”

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About Magid
Magid is a consumer-centered business strategy company delivering courageous thinking that shapes better experiences, products and services. Since 1957, thousands of local and global brands in over 40 countries have engaged the firm for bold ideas that have helped achieve innovation and success. The Magid team is passionately curious and driven by the pursuit of improving human experiences with every engagement.

 

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