Yahoo today announced the appointment of Jason Tuohey as managing editor of Yahoo News, the leading news site with over 170 million monthly U.S. visitors. Tuohey will oversee day-to-day operations in the U.S. newsroom and focus on critical growth initiatives for Yahoo News’ original journalism.
“Jason is a strong leader who has an excellent track record driving digital innovation and growth,” said Kat Downs Mulder, senior vice president and general manager of Yahoo News. “As Yahoo News expands, Jason will play an instrumental role in aligning editorial and tech team priorities to improve and grow user engagement.”
With over 18 years at The Boston Globe, Tuohey brings a wealth of experience to his new role at Yahoo News. Starting Jan. 8 and reporting to U.S. Executive Editor Lauren Johnston, Tuohey will act as a crucial link between the editorial, product and technology teams and play a strategic role in developing unique content franchises and driving audience growth.
“Yahoo News has assembled a best-in-class team, and I look forward to joining Lauren and the editorial staff,” said Tuohey. “I’m grateful to work with a team that not only values quality content, but also shares a collective curiosity for exploring fresh ways to engage readers.”
At The Boston Globe, Tuohey was managing editor for audience and new platforms, responsible for digital publishing and news coverage. Notably, he launched BostonGlobe.com in 2011.
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Data Source: Comscore Media Metrix ® Multi-Platform, News/Information category, Total Audience, October 2023, U.S.
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