Michelle Gadsden-Williams

The WNET Group is a nonprofit public media producer that creates inspiring media content and meaningful experiences for diverse audiences nationwide. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY and is the community-supported home of thirteen channels, including PBS stations, NPR stations, and news programs. The WNET Group's kids media and education team produces the PBS Kids series Cyberchase, interactive Mission US history games, and resources for families, teachers, and caregivers. The WNET Group brings arts, culture, education, news, documentary, entertainment, and DIY programming to more than five million viewers each month through these channels and streaming platforms. The company's award-winning productions include signature PBS series such as Nature, Great Performances, American Masters, and Amanpour and Company, as well as trusted local news programs such as MetroFocus and NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi. The company presents and distributes content that fosters lifelong learning, including multiplatform initiatives addressing poverty, jobs, economic opportunity, social justice, understanding, and the environment. Through Passport, station members can stream new and archival programming anytime, anywhere. The CEO of the company is Neal Shapiro.