A+E Networks strengthens its content distribution team

A+E Networks has promoted Pooja Nirmal Kant (pictured) to the role of director,international content sales. Based in Singapore, she reports to Glen Hansen, vice president, international content sales, Asia-Pacific.Kant oversees content distribution across Southeast Asia, focusing on driving sales for A+E Networks’ scripted catalogue throughout the region. She will continue to lead and develop A+E Networks’ client base in the industry.Kant joined A+E Networks two years ago as senior manager, international content sales, Asia. She also served as assistant manager in the sales development division at The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia). Prior to that, she worked for NBC Universal International television distribution as a sales coordinator for the Asia market.Hansen said: “ Kant has been exemplary in contributing to year-on-year growth via existing relationships and partnerships throughout Asia, while successfully breaking into new markets and developing opportunities throughout the region."