OSN group CEO Joe Kawkabani to step down
Kawkabani's tenure, which lasted three years, saw significant strategic developments for the media company.
Earlier this year, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) made a strategic minority investment in OSN Streaming, an OSN Group subsidiary.
In 2024, OSN Group acquired 55.45 per cent of
The company also secured long-term partnerships, including an exclusive deal with HBO in 2022.
OSN chair thanks Kawkabani for his contribution
Sheikha Dana Naser Sabah Al Ahmad Al Sabah, chairperson of OSN Group, thanked Kawkabani for his 'dedicated leadership and valuable contributions,' adding, 'As we move forward, our full commitment remains to offer our subscribers the best and most unique media content experience in the region.'
Kawkabani stated, 'After three incredible years, I have decided to move on to the next challenge. It has been my privilege to lead OSN and to drive its growth and transformation. Through strategic investments and local and international partnerships, we unlocked new growth opportunities for OSN in a challenging but exciting time for the media industry.'
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