TORONTO – James Sherry has been appointed executive managing director of Alliance Atlantis’ Motion Picture Distribution company,
He will oversee all Motion Picture Distribution operations in English Canada.
Sherry "brings a wealth of experience to this new position, most recently as president, Canadian Theatrical Distribution," says the press release.
He has almost twenty years of experience in the motion picture distribution industry. He joined New Line in 1987 where he held various management positions over a seven-year term. In 1994 he moved to Miramax as vice-president and general sales manager;
a position he held until 1997. In 1998 he joined Alliance Atlantis, and was most recently president, Canadian Theatrical Distribution.
"Over the past decade, Jim has distinguished himself as an exceptional member of senior management, and has been an important driver in helping to ensure that our business consistently outperformed our natural share of the North American box office," said John Bailey, CEO.
"I’m thrilled to accept this new challenge, together with its new responsibilities and I look forward to continuing to work with a very talented group of individuals at Motion Picture," said Mr. Sherry. "I also intend to work closely with all of the other members of senior management and with our Board in continuing and expanding our business with our customers and our suppliers."
Sherry’s promotion comes just weeks after the departure of two key senior execs at the movie distribution unit.
