A vastly experienced technology professional, Gordon Castle oversees Eurosport’s Global Technology and Operations teams based in Paris. Gordon is responsible for developing, defining and implementing the long-term technology strategy of Eurosport, Discovery’s leading sports brand.
Prior to joining Eurosport, Gordon held senior positions at telecommunications company Ericsson, latterly as Head of Strategy Development, Portfolio and Capital & Resource Allocation.
Gordon has over 25 years of experience working in the media industry which has included roles such as Director of Entertainment Media and Communications at PricewaterhouseCoopers; SVP and Head of CNN Technology responsible for the News Group’s technology strategy, implementation and training; as well as serving as an SVP - Senior Technology Fellow, Turner Broadcasting.
Throughout his career, Gordon has helped his organisations embrace innovation by conceiving, planning and executing large-scale initiatives that have changed organisations and the way people work. This vision and understanding has contributed to Gordon’s reputation as a leader in his field.
An American by birth, Gordon is based in Paris, France where he lives with his wife and three daughters.