Rick Byrne

Rick Byrne is a leading marketing and communications executive with a proven track record of creating compelling digital experiences that leverage technology to drive audience and engagement. His efforts have helped consequential content reach millions of people. Rick has been a leader in digital media from start-ups to established brands, including serving as Digital Publisher for public radio’s flagship international news program, “The World,” and as SVP Marketing and Communications at the award-winning digital news startup GlobalPost.

He has headed up communications and digital strategy for the Emmy-winning weekly newsmagazine "Now on PBS,” oversaw the website for “Bill Moyers Journal,” and communications for PBS' acclaimed documentary series "Frontline." He also served as VP of Marketing and Sales for a NASDAQ-listed startup ISP.