Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. has announced that Li Haslett Chen will step down from its Board of Directors on January 31, 2025. Chen joined the board in April 2022 and has played a significant role in the company’s strategic development during her tenure.
Li Haslett Chen brought valuable expertise in direct-to-consumer strategies, multi-platform development, and technology innovation. Her guidance helped Warner Bros. Discovery strengthen its approach to connecting with global audiences. Chen’s efforts have been instrumental in shaping the company’s vision for engaging consumers across various platforms.
Chen’s Leadership at Howl
In addition to her role at Warner Bros. Discovery, Chen is the Founder and CEO of Howl, a leader in retail media and social commerce. Over the past year, Howl has launched innovative platforms and formed strategic partnerships with leading retail media networks. As Howl prepares for significant growth in 2025, Chen has decided to focus entirely on her company.
“It has been an honor to serve on the Board of Warner Bros. Discovery for the past three years,” Chen said. “With Howl entering an exciting phase of expansion, I am dedicating my full attention to its growth. I look forward to seeing Warner Bros. Discovery continue to thrive.”
Board Chair Expresses Gratitude
Samuel A. Di Piazza, Jr., Chair of the Board at Warner Bros. Discovery, expressed his appreciation for Chen’s contributions. “Li has been a deeply engaged and dedicated member of the board. Her insights and expertise in technology have been invaluable as we navigated strategic advancements. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors.”
During her time on the board, Chen provided critical insights that helped Warner Bros. Discovery adapt to changing consumer demands and technological advancements. Her leadership has left a lasting impact on the company’s strategies for growth and innovation. With Chen stepping down, Warner Bros. Discovery will continue to focus on its goals of delivering engaging content and leveraging technology to reach global audiences. The company remains committed to its strategic vision and building on the foundation laid during Chen’s tenure.
