TORONTO — Marketing and research association thinktv announced today its vice-president of media insights, Kathy Gardner (above), is retiring effective Feb. 4 after a 38-year career in the media industry. “It has been a privilege to work alongside Kathy, and on behalf of the board, I would like to express our heartfelt appreciation for her numerous contributions,” said Alan Dark, chairperson of thinktv’s board of directors, in a press release announcing Gardner’s retirement. Gardner “has been instrumental in thinktv’s success over the last six years. Kathy’s unique expertise and her compassionate leadership have benefited us all immensely,” reads the press...