KNOXVILLE, Tenn.,
May 16,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Regal today announced
Rob Westerling has been appointed Senior Vice President of US
Content officially starting on Monday, June
3. Westerling is an industry vet with over 23 years of
experience, including 21 years previously with Regal. He will
oversee all US film buying and programming responsibilities while
continuing to foster and grow relationships with film studios and
content providers.
"As we evolve our global film structure, I am truly excited to
welcome Rob back to Regal where he will oversee our US film team,"
stated Eduardo Acuna, Chief Executive Officer for Regal. "Rob
has a proven track record with Regal and our distribution partners
that will be critical moving forward as we position the company for
continued growth and success."
"I am thankful to have the opportunity to return to Regal and
work alongside one of the most passionate teams in exhibition,"
stated Rob Westerling, SVP of US Content for Regal. "Building
on the strong relationships with our studio partners, I am truly
excited for Regal moviegoers as we continue to innovate and evolve
the moviegoing experience."
Most recently, Westerling served as Vice President of
Content and Programming for Harkins Theatres in Scottsdale, Arizona. Prior to Harkins,
Westerling worked in many capacities for Regal starting in 2001 at
West Town Mall in Knoxville,
Tennessee. He then transitioned to the theatre support
office in 2005, where he quickly rose through the ranks of the film
team, becoming Head of Film in 2018.
Westerling will be based in the Knoxville office.
About Cineworld Group:
Cineworld Group operates
one of the largest and most geographically diverse theatre circuits
in the world. Under the Regal, Cineworld, Picturehouse, Planet, and
Cinema City brands, the company represents the second largest
theatrical exhibition business by number of screens with locations
in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Israel, Poland, Czech
Republic, Slovakia,
Hungary, Bulgaria, and Romania. Cineworld Group is focused on
delivering the best moviegoing experience by providing our guests
with the largest selection of premium large formats, the only
unlimited subscription program, and enhanced food and beverage
offerings to make every visit to the theatre a truly memorable
experience.
Media Contact:
Richard M. Grover
Head of Marketing
Regal
(865) 925-9539
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