Maureen Polo Named CEO of Hello Sunshine as Sarah Harden Steps Down

Hello Sunshine, Reese Witherspoon’s media company, announced Maureen Polo will take over as CEO, with longtime chief Sarah Harden shifting to an advisory role through 2026.

• Maureen Polo, who oversaw Hello Sunshine’s direct‑to‑consumer operations, is named CEO; she previously led marketing for WarnerMedia’s HBO Max, TBS, truTV, Adult Swim and Cartoon Network, and was general manager of Fullscreen.
• Corey Shepardson remains chief operating officer and chief financial officer, while Lauren Neustadter continues as president of film and TV.
• Sarah Harden, CEO since 2018, will serve as an adviser through 2026 to support the transition.
• Hello Sunshine, owned by Candle Media (acquired for over $900 million in 2021), keeps its slate of women‑focused series, including Season 4 of “The Morning Show” slated for September 2025 and the “The Nightingale” adaptation beginning filming early 2026.
• The company’s direct‑to‑consumer efforts include Reese’s Book Club and the new Gen Z‑targeted brand Sunnie.

Why it matters: The leadership change aims to maintain the company’s focus on female‑forward storytelling while expanding its direct‑to‑consumer experiences.

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