Earthx Media names new EarthxTV CEO & head of global distribution

Dan Russell

US-based Earthx Media, which operates sustainability-focused EarthxTV, has promoted Dan Russell to CEO and appointed Rajan Singh as head of global distribution.

EarthxTV is a 24/7 linear television network whose parent company is dedicated to environmental awareness, education, and “inspiring passion in people and organizations to take action towards a more sustainable future.”

Russell was part of multiple management teams responsible for launching and reformatting television channels in the US and internationally, including TLC, Animal Planet, Travel Channel, Discovery Health Channel, Velocity, Discovery International, and Poker Central.

Previously, he served as VP of global channel management at CuriosityStream, launching the linear channel and digital/VOD offerings globally. He also served as SVP of content development at New Dominion Pictures.

Singh, meanwhile, is charged with expanding the availability of EarthxTV across digital and linear platforms worldwide. He was the founder and CEO of Digi Media Global, where he worked with networks to expand distribution and increase revenue into new territories.

“Dan’s experience building multi-platform audiences and his success identifying new hit formats and personalities is key to enabling EarthxTV to achieve its goals. Dan’s leadership and Rajan’s understanding of global markets are crucial for achieving our vision to build EarthxTV into a global entertainment and informative network,” said Nathan Loftice, President, CEO and executive director of EarthX.