CEO Gary Knell Leaving NPR

Gary Knell

The board of trustees of the National Geographic Society announced today that Gary E. Knell has been selected to succeed John M. Fahey as president and chief executive officer. Fahey will continue to serve as chairman of the board. Knell's appointment will occur later this year, following a transition from his current role as president and CEO of National Public Radio.

Knell has served as president and CEO of National Public Radio, one of the country's most influential news organizations, since December 2011. Under his leadership, NPR has solidified its position in a rapidly changing media environment due to Knell's ability to leverage the organization's extensive network of member stations, drive cross-platform journalism and cultural programming, grow philanthropic and corporate underwriting support and draw new audiences to NPR's distinct offerings. A strong advocate of innovation, Knell has made possible the exploration of new technologies that advance NPR's core mission and grow audience for all of public media.