Landsec appoints former BBC director as MediaCity CEO

Alice Webb will start in the newly created role in September and is charged with fostering a “more joined-up approach” to the Salford complex’s media and studio operations.

Webb will leave Universal Music Group to join Landsec as chief executive of MediaCity. She is no stranger to the scheme, which her new employer took full control of last year, having previously been director of children’s and education at the BBC.

She was also instrumental in the BBC’s move to MediaCity in 2011 in her role as chief operating officer of BBC North.

At Landsec, she will oversee MediaCity and the dock10 television facility.

A company statement said: “[Webb] will be responsible for shaping and delivering a long-term vision that reinforces MediaCity as the home of future media – supporting new forms of content creation and digital innovation, and creating long-term value for Salford, Greater Manchester, and the wider region.”

Mike Hood, chief operating officer at Landsec, said the appointment marks a “major milestone in the evolution of MediaCity”.

“Her proven leadership in the media sector and ability to deliver large-scale transformation make her the ideal person to lead MediaCity and dock10 into the future together, under a bold new vision.

“As we expand MediaCity into a hub for media, creativity, and innovation, uniting property and production under one leadership will unlock even greater value for our partners, tenants, and communities. We’re excited about what’s ahead.”

Webb will take up the role in September. As part of this transition, Mark Senior, who has served as chief executive of dock10 since 2012, will move into an advisory role.

“Landsec’s commitment to [MediaCity’s] potential is compelling and I’m excited to pick up the reins and lead MediaCity into its next chapter,” Webb said.

“We have a very bright future of media, innovation, growth and creativity ahead of us. I can’t wait to get started later this year.”