Kanal D Int’l chief Turna exits

Kerim Emrah Turna, executive director of Kanal D International (KDI), the distribution arm of Turkish broadcaster Kanal D, has stepped down after more than 15 years at the company.

Kerim Emrah Turna

Turna headed global content distribution and Kanal D International Networks as well as creating and establishing Kanal D Drama.

He joined the Demirören Media-owned broadcaster in 2007 and worked his way up from management trainee to a variety of positions, including acquisitions specialist and international sales executive. His next move is as-yet unclear.

Turna said: “I have spent amazing 15 years at Kanal D and always been proud to be a member of this huge family. It’s time for new challenges and sailing to new horizons. I have to underline that with this amazing team I am sure that KDI will keep its position as the leading Turkish media group in the global media landscape.”