Toronto-based Alliance Atlantis Communications announced a change yesterday in its operating management structure. Effective immediately, Michael MacMillan, formerly AAC chairman and CEO, will become the executive chairman. Phyllis Yaffe, the current COO, will become the broadcaster’s new CEO. MacMillan will continue to focus his efforts on overseeing the long-term growth and direction of the company, while Yaffe will steer the company in achieving its financial and operating goals.
AAC’s broadcasting wing owns such specialties as Food Network Canada, HGTV, Life Network and Showcase.
