TORONTO — The Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA) today announced the appointment of Alain Strati (above) as senior vice-president of industry, policy and general counsel.
In this role, Strati will oversee legal, industry, legislative, regulatory and public policy files for the organization, explains a CMPA press release announcing his appointment.
Strati is joining the CMPA from his most recent position as assistant general counsel, regulatory affairs, at BCE and Bell Media, “where he worked on a variety of files related to the Canadian broadcasting system,” the press release says.
Prior to his time at Bell, Strati worked at Rogers where he held positions as vice-president of business and regulatory affairs and vice-president of OMNI, specialty TV and development.
“It’s a pivotal time in our industry as we look to government to modernize the Broadcasting Act,” said Reynolds Mastin, the CMPA’s president and CEO, in the press release. “With Alain’s deep experience, and demonstrated commitment to collaboration he will be a huge asset to the CMPA, our members, and the independent production industry in this country.”
“The audiovisual sector in Canada is among the best in the world, and the CMPA plays an important role in ensuring the continued success of our media production industry,” Strati said.
“I look forward to working alongside a team of talented industry experts to represent the interests of independent producers working in Canada’s vibrant media industry.”
Photo provided by the CMPA.
