Hallmark Channel has consistently proven itself to be a popular offering amongst viewers looking for family-friendly fare. Nevertheless, the network has been finding ways to evolve in order to make its content more accessible and representative of the general public. Company president and CEO Wonya Lucas has arguably been the driving force behind those initiatives, creating a diverse programming lineup all while losing veteran stars to GAF. She’s done a considerable amount of work during her tenure, but the head honcho has confirmed that she’s now stepping down from her post.
Hallmark Media formally announced this week that Wonya Lucas intends to vacate her position by the end of the year. According to Deadline, the network is currently in the process of making arrangements to accommodate the major move. Hallmark Companies President and CEO Mike Perry is reportedly working with Lucas and Hallmark Media’s leadership team with day-to-day operations and helping to close out the transition. Lucas released a statement that was shared with the trade and, in it, she expressed gratitude and emphasized how proud she is of the progress the organization has made in recent years:
