Cablevision Systems Corporation announced that Bret Richter has been elevated to the position of executive vice president, corporate finance & development. He will continue to report to Cablevision vice chairman and chief financial officer, Gregg Seibert. In his expanded role, Mr. Richter oversees financial strategy and development, corporate financial planning, business planning, and mergers and acquisitions for the Company.

He is also responsible for leading the analysis of Cablevision's operational and business results to ensure that the Company meets its financial goals. Mr. Richter previously served as senior vice president, financial strategy & development where he was responsible for mergers and acquisitions, investor relations, corporate development and other critical corporate initiatives. Before joining the company in 2005, he served as president of The Richter Consulting Group Inc.