Luken Communications, LLC has announced the appointment of its new president, Joel Wertman. As Luken’s new leader, Wertman will spearhead operations of all Luken networks including Rev’n, among other channels like Retro TV, Heartland, The Family Channel, The Action Channel and Frost Great Outdoors.

Wertman got his first taste for television as a writer with Hart to Hart and Taxi and a songwriter/producer for Happy Days and Joanie Loves Chachi.
 
Later in his career, Wertman held executive roles with multiple record labels including President of Eureka/EMI, Eureka/BMG, Eureka Records and Sire/Discovery Records. During his tenure, Wertman was instrumental in the careers of many artists including The Goo Goo Dolls, Heart, KISS,  No Doubt, Bush, Young MC and Tiffany among others, according to Luken. Additionally, Wertman develops and produces television programming for children.
 
“I’m excited to join a company with such great promise. I look forward to working with everyone at Luken and doing significant things together.  This is an exciting time in the digital television industry and I believe Luken is on the cusp of substantial growth,” Wertman said.

Luken Communications offers diverse, family-friendly programming with its collection of networks delivered via a blend of over-the-air, cable and satellite television. The current network offerings include Retro TV, The Heartland Network, Rev’n, The Action Channel, The Family Channel and Frost Great Outdoors (FGO).