An experienced media executive, Kyle I. Grimes, has recently been appointed as the executive vice president of Hearst Television. Known for his leadership roles in managing various stations across New England, Grimes's new position will see him relocating from Boston to the company's headquarters in New York. His responsibilities will expand to include oversight of a wider range of television stations within the Hearst network. The announcement also precedes the selection of a successor for his previous role as president and general manager at WCVB-TV.

Hearst Television's president, Michael J. Hayes, praised Grimes's exceptional ability to manage multiple stations while maintaining high standards. Throughout his career with Hearst Television, Grimes has demonstrated extensive knowledge and expertise that span numerous markets. In his most recent role, he managed WCVB-TV in Boston, alongside other key stations in New England such as WMTW-TV, WPXT-TV, WMUR-TV, WPTZ-TV, and WNNE-TV.

Grimes’s journey with Hearst began in California, where he initially worked as a newscast producer before transitioning into managerial roles. Prior to joining WCVB-TV in 2020, he held the position of president and general manager at WGAL-TV, an NBC affiliate serving Harrisburg-Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Additionally, his experience includes tenure as the news director at WPBF-TV in West Palm Beach, Florida, and dual roles managing WPTZ-TV/WNNE-TV in Plattsburgh, New York, and Burlington, Vermont.

The transition marks not only an advancement for Grimes but also reinforces Hearst Television's commitment to leveraging seasoned professionals who understand the nuances of regional broadcasting. With this expanded portfolio, Grimes is poised to further enhance Hearst Television's presence in both local and national markets.

Beyond his technical skills, Grimes brings a wealth of operational insights gained over years of working with diverse teams and audiences. This appointment underscores Hearst Television's strategy to empower leaders capable of driving innovation and growth across its extensive network of stations.