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Ron Hetrick, CEO of Pennon, resigned in October 2024 amid restructuring, staff cuts, and unionization efforts.
Ron Hetrick, CEO of Pennon—parent company of WITF and LNP | LancasterOnline—resigned immediately, citing the need for new leadership to strengthen public media, education, and journalism missions.
He led the organization since 2019, overseeing LNP after its 2023 transfer to WITF and the 2024 formation of Pennon.
His exit follows a 10% staff reduction in October 2024, newsroom consolidation, and unionization efforts.
Pennon board chair Leigh Horner will serve as interim CEO, while Digby Solomon becomes interim publisher of LNP.
Hetrick, who earned $327,000 in 2023, stepped down after a tenure marked by financial challenges and restructuring.
His departure coincides with LNP’s move from its downtown Lancaster office, which closed October 7.
Ron Hetrick, CEO de Pennon, dimitió en octubre de 2024 en medio de la reestructuración, recortes de personal y esfuerzos de sindicalización.