MGM Names Marenzi Head of Global TV Distribution

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc. has named Gary Marenzi president of international TV distribution and worldwide pay TV operations. As head of the newly formed telecommunications group, Marenzi, 38, will be responsible for distribution business affairs and business development for worldwide television. He joined MGM in September, 1992.

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