John McCormick Joins Royal Media to Manage Content Production

NEW YORK, NY — John McCormick, a seasoned content executive, has joined Royal Media, parent company of Air Cargo World, as Editorial Director.

McCormick comes to Royal from SourceMedia, where he had the same title for 10 years. He was also a long-time senior editor at Ziff Davis.

As Royal’s Editorial Director, a newly created position, McCormick will take responsibility for all Royal content production, including editorial and event content, and across all three of Royal’s content verticals: air cargo, auto finance and financial technology. Royal’s Senior Editors will now report to McCormick.

“This is one of the most significant hires in Royal’s more than 20-year history,” said JJ Hornblass, CEO of Royal Media. “We have never had a true Editorial Director, and certainly not one with John’s rich background. We are fortunate — and thrilled — to have him on our team.”

McCormick formally began his tenure on Oct. 8 and is working out of Royal’s New York office. He is expected to play a pivotal operational role as Royal seeks additional acquisitions.

“Royal Media has a portfolio of trusted brands, a track record of innovation and an incredibly talented staff,” said McCormick. “I’m excited to be a part of the team.”