NBCUniversal Merges UCP and Universal International Studios, Eliminates 22 Roles in Restructuring
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Summary
Universal Studio Group is consolidating its operations from four divisions to three by merging UCP and Universal International Studios into a new entity called Universal Global Television (UGT), led by Beatrice Springborn. The restructuring eliminates 22 roles across TV Studios, NBC, and Peacock, and involves high-profile departures of UCP executives. Springborn, previously President of both UCP and Universal International Studios, will now serve as President of UGT alongside other division presidents Erin Underhill (UTV) and Toby Gorman (Universal Television Alternative Studio).
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Universal Studio Group is going down from four to three divisions as Pearlena Igbokwe, Chairman, Television Studios, NBC Entertainment & Peacock Scripted, is proceeding with the long rumored consolidation.
She will now be President of UGT alongside UTV President Erin Underhill and Universal Television Alternative Studio President Toby Gorman.
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