Wired Promotes VP, Publisher

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Drew Schutte has been named Vice President & Publishing Director of Wired Media, it was announced today by Charles Townsend, President and C.E.O. of Condé Nast Publications. In his new position, Schutte will oversee the sales and marketing for both Wired magazine and the Wired News Internet business, which includes seven internet channels. Condé Nast purchased Wired.com earlier this month reuniting, after eight years, the print and digital brands of Wired. In addition, Jay Lauf, was named Publisher of Wired magazine. He will continue to report to Mr. Schutte. These appointments are effective immediately . As a result of the recent acquisition, Paul van de Kamp will continue on as Director of National Sales for Wired News.

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