Vince Russell appointed as Channel 4 Finance Director

Channel 4 today announced the appointment of Vince Russell as Finance Director, reporting to Chief Operating Officer, Keith Underwood.

Vince was most recently Director of Converged Products at Sky where he led Sky’s entry into the UK mobile market, creating and implementing a successful launch strategy. Over several years at Sky, Vince held a number of senior finance and management roles including Finance Director for Sky’s Broadband, Technology & Corporate Finance functions, CFO of Easynet plc (a broadband business acquired by Sky) and Managing Director of The Cloud (a Wi-Fi business acquired by Sky).

Keith Underwood, Chief Operating Officer, Channel 4 said: “Vince brings a wealth of expertise and experience to Channel 4. He has a strong track record of innovation and delivery in rapidly changing businesses. Vince has a passion and proficiency for building high-performing teams and promoting the careers of those within them”.

Vince Russell said: “I’m thrilled to join such a dynamic and diverse company at this very exciting time in Channel 4’s history.  I’m very much looking forward to work with Keith and the rest of the team.”