Issie Kirsh, pioneering force behind 702 and Primedia, passes away at 90
Primedia CEO Jonathan Procter paid tribute to Kirsh’s legacy, stating: “By launching 702 in 1980, Issie Kirsh pioneered independent radio in South Africa.
Primedia CEO Jonathan Procter paid tribute to Kirsh’s legacy, stating: “By launching 702 in 1980, Issie Kirsh pioneered independent radio in South Africa.
This project marks the beginning of a strategic partnership between the JRA and Primedia Outdoor. Both organisations are committed to finding solutions that make Johannesburg a better and more sustainable city.
SA’s Primedia Studios has secured the format rights and will be working with ITV Studios to bring two localised versions of the entrepreneurial reality shows Side Hustlers and Double the Money to South African TV screens.
With over a decade of experience in strategy, revenue growth and innovation, Coward has been instrumental in driving Primedia Out-of-Home’s commercial success. She starts 1 March.