Comcast Entertainment Group has promoted Steve Dolcemaschio to chief operating officer.
He will oversee finance and business operations, including long-range financial planning, daily operations and the company’s strategic business development, for E! Entertainment, the Style Network, G4 and FearNet.
Mr. Dolcemaschio previously was executive VP of finance and business operations for the company. In that position, he oversaw the formation of Comcast Entertainment Group and the consolidation of G4 into Comcast’s Los Angeles headquarters.
Mr. Dolcemaschio was COO and chief financial officer for BBDO West for 16 years before joining E! in 2000.
“Steve is the business and operational mastermind behind our networks’ ongoing growth and success,” Ted Harbert, president and CEO of Comcast Entertainment Group, said in a statement. “His unparalleled business expertise helps keep us on an upward trajectory, but what sets Steve apart is the positive impact he has on our corporate culture through his extraordinary leadership skills. I’m fortunate to have such a great partner as we continue to expand and seek out new opportunities.”