Rebecca Glashow

Chief Executive Officer, BBC Global Media & Streaming

As Chief Executive Officer, BBC Global Media & Streaming Rebecca is responsible for the company’s international direct-to-consumer streaming platforms, international TV channels, global content monetization and global digital news (ex UK & Ireland).  

Under her leadership, the company continues to expand the reach of BBC content and enable the BBC’s digital transformation across editorial, video and audio in international markets. Recent milestones include the re-launch of BBC.com, making it easier to discover the best of the BBC’s global journalism and for brands to unlock new opportunities to engage with its audience. The company also continues to expand its direct-to-consumer streaming services, including BBC Select (available in North America) and BBC Podcasts Premium, which is now available in more than 160 countries. Additionally, BBC Studios has built a robust portfolio of free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) and international channels and secured incredible partnerships that have solidified BBC Studios as the biggest exporter of British content in the world.

Prior to joining BBC Studios, Rebecca worked for decades at the forefront of media and technology helping top global media organizations navigate change and evolve business models. She joined BBC Studios in 2020 as President of the Americas and was named CEO of Global Distribution in 2022. Prior to joining BBC, she served as Co-Head of Viacom’s Awesomeness, a leading Gen Z focused entertainment brand.