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Former NYT Editor Amy O'Leary Joins Upworthy to Engage Readers Globally

After co-authoring a transformative report at The New York Times, Amy O'Leary takes on a new challenge at Upworthy. She's set to inspire readers with crucial world topics.

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Former NYT Editor Amy O'Leary Joins Upworthy to Engage Readers Globally

The New York Times has made significant progress in its digital transformation, following a revealing report. Meanwhile, Amy O'Leary, a former deputy international editor at the Times, has taken on a new role at Upworthy, aiming to captivate readers with vital global issues.

O'Leary, who joined Upworthy as editorial director in January, envisions a platform that astonishes and inspires readers with crucial world topics. Her appointment comes after she co-authored an 'innovation report' at The New York Times, which highlighted the paper's struggles in adapting to digital platforms. At Upworthy, O'Leary hopes to harness the power of storytelling to engage audiences.

The report also sparked positive changes at The New York Times. The division between the newsroom and business/technology departments lessened, fostering improved collaboration. This shift has allowed the Times to focus more on reaching readers and growing its digital readership.

O'Leary's move to Upworthy signals a new chapter in her career, as she seeks to make a mark on the digital media landscape. Meanwhile, The New York Times continues to evolve digitally, with a renewed focus on connecting with readers and expanding its online presence.

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