Publishing giant Reach plc has announced a new appointment to its executive committee.

Antonella Mulè, left, has been promoted to the role of chief strategy and corporate development officer after 18 months with the business.

Antonella orginally joined Reach as group director of corporate development and analysis after working in various strategy roles at Citi and Deutsche Bank.

She has over 10 years experience of working in strategy, finance, media and banking, with a particular interest in corporate transformations and digitalisation.

Said Antonella: “I am very pleased to be joining Reach’s Executive Committee, and look forward to continuing to work with the talented teams here to implement our Customer Value Strategy and create a more data-led, digital business that is fit for the future.”

In her new role she will continue to report directly to Reach chief executive Jim Mullen.

Added Jim: “Antonella has already made a huge impact in informing the success of Reach’s Customer Value Strategy.

“In her new role I know that her expertise will continue  to drive the business forward. I’m delighted to welcome her to the Executive Committee.”