Veteran ad executive Ryan Kedzierski named general manager of The Tennessean

Veteran ad executive Ryan Kedzierski was tabbed general manager of The Tennessean, effective Oct. 1

In this role, Kedzierski will work closely with the executive editor to strengthen local connection points with businesses and brands to drive community-based strategies and engagement.

"I couldn’t be more thrilled to see Ryan step into this role,” said Michael A. Anastasi, vice president of local news for the USA TODAY Network and executive editor of The Tennessean. “Ryan’s leadership over the last five years has been pivotal as we’ve transformed our business and products, and we know he’ll continue to build and strengthen our longstanding relationships with businesses and consumers in Nashville and Middle Tennessee while advocating for the strong journalism that has consistently distinguished The Tennessean."

Kedzierski joined Gannett nine years ago, holding positions across several markets, including Phoenix, Salem- and currently Nashville. He assumed roles including digital advertising manager, advertising director and group president.

Kedzierski mostly recently served as vice president of advertising for Tennessee and Alabama. He has lived in Tennessee the past five years and enjoys getting to know community leaders in his neighborhood.

"My family and I have fallen in love with Nashville and the surrounding areas over the past five years," he said. "The people are what make this a great place to live. This is our forever home and we look forward to what the future has in store."

Reach reporter Craig Shoup by email at cshoup@gannett.com and on X @Craig_Shoup. To support his work, sign up for a digital subscription to www.tennessean.com.

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