| MUMBAI:
Disney-ABC International Television (DAIT) has roped in Nicholas Wodtke as vice
president, business strategy & development and new media for the Asia Pacific
region. As
part of his new mandate, Wodtke will play the leading role in growing Disney-ABC
International Television's digital media strategy and business initiatives in
the region. Working across the Disney organisation, Wodtke will help to identify
new business opportunities aimed at accelerating growth and building the company's
media business across multiple platforms in all markets in Apac. Wodtke will be
based in Hong Kong. States
Disney-ABC International Television (Asia Pacific) SVP and MD Rob Gilby,
"We
see amazing growth potential and new business opportunities across the region
fueled by the rapid evolution of digital technologies. We are aggressively pursuing
digital media opportunities and this newly appointed role allows us to rapidly
expand our relationships with existing and new partners, while tapping into exciting
emerging technologies to deliver the best entertainment experience on whatever
platform consumers want." Prior
to this appointment, Nicholas Wodtke was chief executive officer at Snap TV, where
he oversaw the development, production and distribution of over 30 interactive
game titles across multiple formats including web games, board games, multiplayer
online games and TV games. Says
Wodtke, "This is an exciting growth period for Disney in Asia and I am thrilled
to be joining the team. Disney's vast portfolio and compelling content combined
with the company's focus on driving digital media initiatives are very exciting
and I look forward to contributing to the company's growth across all the markets." Before
joining Snap TV, Wodtke was with Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment (SPDE) as
SVP - interactive television. | 
