Nielsen, a global leader in data and media measurement, recently announced that Warren Jenson will take on the role of President of Nielsen, in addition to his current position as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

This strategic expansion of Jenson’s responsibilities aims to bolster Nielsen‘s efforts to modernize its operations, making it a more agile and innovative company better equipped to address the evolving needs of the media industry.

In his enhanced role, Warren Jenson will not only continue to lead the Finance group but will also oversee the company’s Information Technology, Corporate Development, and Global Strategy functions. Additionally, the Portfolio Analytics business unit will now report directly to him.

Jenson, who reports to Nielsen’s CEO Karthik Rao, expressed his enthusiasm for his new role, stating, “I am humbled to take on the additional role as President of Nielsen and lead the company’s vision and transformation, particularly during Nielsen’s centennial anniversary year. Since joining Nielsen just five months ago, I have been encouraged by Nielsen’s commitment to innovation and shaping the media measurement ecosystem around the globe. I look forward to working closely with our CEO Karthik Rao to help power a better media future for the next 100 years.”

Karthik Rao, CEO of Nielsen, emphasized the significant impact Warren Jenson has had on the organization since his arrival and recognized him as a trusted advisor during changing times. Jenson’s expanded role is expected to play a crucial part in Nielsen’s ongoing transformation to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future.

Warren Jenson brings to Nielsen over three decades of experience as a seasoned CFO and operations leader. He has demonstrated success in driving growth, enhancing profitability, facilitating business development, and fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces across various industries, including data and media.

His extensive executive background includes serving as CFO for several Fortune 500 companies such as Amazon, Delta Airlines, NBC, and Electronic Arts. Most recently, Jenson held the positions of President, CFO, and Executive Managing Director of International at LiveRamp.

Nielsen’s strategic decision to entrust Jenson with this pivotal dual role underscores its commitment to innovation, adaptability, and mission to shape the future of media measurement and data analytics. Warren Jenson’s experience and leadership are poised to guide the company in navigating a dynamic and evolving industry landscape.