A+E Networks Ad Sales President Peter Olsen to Step Down, Toby Byrne to Take Over

Story by Kayla Cobb

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A+E Networks' longtime ad sales chief Peter Olsen to step down, veteran Toby Byrne tapped as his successor in 2025

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Peter Olsen, who's been with A+E Networks for over a decade, is retiring from his role as president of ad sales in February 2025
Toby Byrne, a seasoned ad sales exec with experience at Fox and Sony, will take over as A+E's new ad sales chief, bringing a fresh perspective to the role

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Peter Olsen, Toby Byrne, A+E Networks