MUMBAI: US broadcaster Discovery Communications has appointed Roger F. Millay as senior executive VP and CFO.

Besides leading the global financial functions of the company, Millay will also be responsible for financial strategies of the company. He will direct all accounting, treasury, budgeting, audit and tax activities and will also serve on Discovery’s executive committee. Millay will be a key contributor to the overall strategic direction of the company.

Discovery founder and chairman John S. Hendricks says, "Roger is a tremendously accomplished executive and his leadership, financial acumen and extensive operational experience will be invaluable to Discovery as we continue to grow our global businesses.

"On behalf of everyone at Discovery, we welcome Roger to our executive team and look forward to his many contributions across the company."