Red & Black Publisher Harry Montevideo Resigns

From the board of the Red and Black:

The Red and Black Publishing Co. announced today senior management changes.

Harry Montevideo will leave his position as publisher after a distinguished 30-year career. Natalie McClure, the paper’s advertising director, was appointed acting general manager.

The organization’s board of directors will begin a national search for a senior executive to lead the organization.

“Harry’s leadership is directly responsible for some of the greatest successes realized by one of America’s oldest student newspapers. His careful stewardship and financial acumen have helped put the paper on a solid financial footing,” said Melita Easters, chair of the organization’s board.

McClure has been the paper’s advertising director since 2008. She graduated from the University of Georgia’s Henry W. Grady College of Journalism in 2003. She will assume day-to-day operational responsibilities while the board of directors dedicates itself to building upon the solid foundation Mr. Montevideo helped establish.

The board has already empanelled several committees, chaired by seasoned journalists and news executives, to hone the 120-year-old news organization’s strategic direction.

“The Board of Directors of The Red & Black is dedicated to ensuring that the organization is one of the nation’s foremost training grounds for journalists. We are confident that The Red & Black’s brightest days are ahead,” said Steven M. Sears, vice chairman of the board.

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