Greek FM pays tribute to the memory of Armenian Genocide victims – Public Radio of Armenia Public Radio of Armenia
Day: January 10, 2024
The Yemen-based Houthis launched a barrage of drone and missile attacks into the southern Red Sea on Tuesday, according to the U.S. Central Command.
In a statement posted on X, formerly Twitter, the U.S. Central Command said there were no injuries or damage reported from the attacks.
In response to the Israeli airstrikes on Gaza and “in solidarity with the Palestinians,” the Yemen-based Houthis have launched attacks on commercial vessels in recent weeks.
The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced that Teni Melidonian was named to the newly-created position of Chief Oscars Officer, Deadline reported.
According to the entertainment news outlet, Melidonian will lead strategy, talent relations, special events and production teams for all awards programs and events.
This is a promotion for the longtime AMPAS executive, who as the lead liaison with Disney/ABC, the Academy’s broadcast distribution partner, headed Oscars ad sales, marketing, advertising and synergy strategies supporting audience growth opportunities globally, according to Deadline.
In her new role, Melidonian will collaborate closely with the Oscars producers and show host, Disney/ABC and Academy leadership, including the Board of Governors and its committees, and oversee the teams involved in developing and executing the Oscars for a global viewing audience, Deadline reported.
The announcement was made Tuesday by Academy CEO Bill Kramer.
“Teni is creative and forward-thinking—and her years of Academy experience and strong knowledge of our awards are a huge asset for our organization during this exciting and historic time. She played a critical role in the success of last year’s show. MaryJane is a truly innovative leader, and her prowess in producing top-notch events is exceptional. I am deeply grateful for their strategic partnership and support,” Kramer said in a statement.
Melidonian was most recently Executive Vice-President of Oscars Strategy. She began her career at the Academy of Motion Pictures in 2005 as a publicist, advancing to head communications and publicity and overseeing brand strategy and marketing before moving over to lead the Oscars Strategy team. Prior to the Academy, Melidonian worked in Washington, including at Armenia’s Embassy to the United States.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis laid a wreath at the Memorial to the Victims of the Armenian Genocide this morning accompanied by Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan.
He also laid flowers at the Eternal Flame and paid tribute to the memory of the 1.5 million victims.
The top diplomats of the two countries then held a tête-à-tête meeting at the Foreign Ministry.
George Gerapetritis will also be received by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
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