Lowell Petersonis stepping down as executive director of the Writers Guild of America East after 15 years.
I am grateful to have had the opportunity to collaborate with such extraordinary leaders, members, and staff.
Their activism, creativity, and diligence have been essential to our success.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 1: Lowell Peterson joins SAG-AFTRA members as SAG-AFTRA and the WGA hold a rally at City Hall on August 1, 2023 in New York City. Members of SAG-AFTRA and WGA (Writers Guild of America) have both walked out in their first joint strike against the studios since 1960. The strike has shut down a majority of Hollywood productions with writers approaching the third month of their strike against the Hollywood studios. (Photo by John Nacion/Getty Images)
Lowell came to our union at a transformational time.
Over his tenure, he helped facilitate significant changes in the Guilds membership and agenda.
We wish him all success going forward.
The search for Petersons replacement is ongoing.
