Amazon MGM exec Miranda Wayland named Creative Diversity Network CEO

UK representation-focused industry body Creative Diversity Network (CDN) has appointed Amazon MGM Studios exec Miranda Wayland as its new CEO.

Miranda Wayland

Wayland replaces Deborah Williams, who recently stepped down from the role after eight years.

Wayland joins from Amazon MGM Studios, where she was head of international content strategy for DEIA (diversity, equality, inclusion and accessibility), before which she was head of workforce and creative diversity and inclusion at the BBC and social partnership exec at ITV.

Starting at CDN in September, Wayland will lead the organisation’s activities including overseeing Diamond annual reports and the implementation of a new, enhanced iteration of the diversity monitoring and reporting tool.

She will also be responsible for delivering cross-industry initiatives working with producers, broadcasters and other TV and creative industry bodies to improve inclusivity and career opportunities for members of underrepresented groups.