Award-winning journalists, media executives, educators, and innovators join the Southeast Chapter of the NATAS Board of Governors, signaling a renewed focus on excellence, digital innovation, and the future of storytelling across the region.
Effective June 15, 2026, the incoming Board of Governors and Executive Committee will oversee initiatives designed to strengthen journalism, foster professional development, expand educational outreach, and support the next generation of media professionals across the Southeast.
The newly elected leadership team brings together decades of experience from broadcast television, digital media, public broadcasting, content strategy, education, multilingual journalism, and community engagement. Industry observers view the appointments as a reflection of the increasingly diverse and evolving nature of modern media organizations.
“The strength of our Chapter has always been its people,” Rogers said in a statement. “I am honored to serve alongside this exceptional group of leaders as we continue celebrating excellence in storytelling, expanding educational opportunities, supporting our members, and preparing future generations for successful careers in media.”
Joining Rogers on the Executive Committee are Vice President Alex Sanz, Managing Editor of CBS Atlanta and a veteran newsroom leader with experience at CBS News and Stations, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and The Associated Press; Secretary Sussy Ruiz, Vice President of Weather Affiliates Programming at The Weather Channel and a National Emmy® Award recipient recognized for her work in multilingual media; and Treasurer Donna Lowry, an eight-time Emmy® Award-winning journalist and host of Georgia Public Broadcasting’s “Lawmakers” and “Lawmakers Spotlight.”
