CMG Names Brett Fennell New CFO

Brett Fennell

Brett Fennell is joining Cox Media Group (CMG) as the company’s new Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.

Fennell, who previously was VP of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) at Manheim, will be based at the company’s headquarters in Atlanta.

“Brett is a proven Cox leader and a perfect addition to CMG’s executive team,” said CMG President Bill Hoffman. “Additionally, his appointment is a great example of how Cox professionals can grow their careers across all Cox companies.”

In his new role, Brett will be responsible for all financial accounting and reporting, financial planning and analysis, financial systems and finance process improvement for CMG’s broadcasting, publishing and digital companies, as well as for Cox Reps and Cox Target Media. 

“I’ve admired the strength of our media operations since joining Cox in 2002,” said Fennell. “This is an extremely exciting time at Cox Media Group as we harness innovative technology to evolve our media superbrands into the digital future. I’m honored to join such a strong leadership team and help pave the future direction for our company.”

He succeeeds Charles Odom, who was promoted recently to vice president and treasurer for Cox Enterprises.