Mediacorp veteran to head mm2 Asia

Singapore

CATALIST-LISTED mm2 Asia Limited, producer of films and TV/online content, has announced the appointment of Chang Long Jong as its new group chief executive officer.

In his new role, Mr Chang will be responsible for overseeing and managing business operations, especially the production division as well as sourcing new business opportunities for the group.

His appointment will take effect on April 3, 2017.

He said: "While the media industry is evolving and facing huge challenges, there exists great opportunities within. As both mm2 Asia and I share the same vision, it is indeed exciting to think of what mm2 Asia can be. In my new capacity, I look forward to helping to lead the group into the next phase of growth towards being the leading producer of films and TV/online content, and media and entertainment company in Asia."

He will leave his current employment in Mediacorp as deputy CEO and chief customer officer, where he oversees all of Mediacorp's major media assets including TV, radio, newspaper, magazines and over-the-top (OTT) service Toggle. He also leads Mediacorp's events business Vizpro and Mediacorp's media training business Singapore Media Academy.

With three decades in the industry, Mr Chang has experience in channel management, content development and production, content licensing and distribution, media business development and talent management.

Melvin Ang, executive chairman of mm2 Asia, will continue to be the CEO until Mr Chang joins the company.

He said: "I personally have known and worked with Mr Chang and I believe that with his coming on board, I will be able to focus my energy and attention on the burgeoning North Asia market, which is crucial for our next phase of growth."

mm2 Asia's counter closed at 49 cents at the end of trade, up 0.5 cent.