CBC's Layfield named Young Global Leader

TORONTO – Kirstine Layfield, CBC Television’s executive director of network programming, has been named a Young Global Leader for 2008 by the World Economic Forum. Layfield was among 245 leading executives, public figures and intellectuals under the age of 40 from 65 countries given the honour. “I feel deeply privileged to be selected as a Young Global Leader and work with a community of committed individuals from around the world to be a voice for our generation,” said Layfield in a statement. “YGL’s amazing networking opportunities will enrich my world view and ensure I have the broadest possible horizons.” YGL...