In his role as chairman of the NBC News Group, Cesar Conde juggles a multitude of responsibilities, overseeing various media outlets including CNBC, MSNBC, Telemundo, and NBC-owned local affiliates. However, beyond his duties in the news sphere, Mr. Conde holds additional paid positions, serving on the corporate boards of Walmart and PepsiCo. This arrangement has sparked ethical debates, shedding light on potential conflicts of interest within the news industry, an arena typically vigilant about such matters.
Mark Thompson, CNN’s new chief executive, similarly sits as chairman of Ancestry.com’s board. Ancestry.com is the largest for-profit genealogy company in the world. He also serves as Deputy Chair of the Royal Shakespeare Company. Mr Thompson, a British media executive who formerly served as president of The New York Times. Mr. Thompson has recused himself from any news surrounding geneology companies, including Ancestry.com.
