Former CNBC and Al Arabiya English anchor takes on a new crossplatform role to strengthen the media group’s editorial collaboration and engage broader audiences
IMI, the privately owned global media group headquartered in Abu Dhabi, has announced the appointment of Hadley Gamble to the newly created role of Chief International Anchor. In this strategic position, Gamble will lead the development of high-profile interviews and original features across IMI’s network of premier media brands, including The National, Sky News Arabia, CNN Business Arabic, and Al-Ain News.
A seasoned journalist and anchor, Gamble brings extensive expertise in political and economic reporting, having interviewed heads of state, business leaders, and cultural figures over a notable career spanning two decades. Some of her high-profile interviews include Russian President Vladimir Putin, King Abdullah II of Jordan, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, and businessman and philanthropist Bill Gates, among many others. Based in London, she will represent IMI internationally and lead a new slate of cross-platform content.
Hadley Gamble, Chief International Anchor at IMI, commented: “I am excited to be joining a media group with global reach and a clear editorial vision across its media outlets. I look forward to working closely alongside The National, Sky News Arabia, CNN Business Arabic, and Al-Ain News to deliver distinctive journalism that informs and engages audiences around the world.”
Gamble’s appointment aligns with IMI’s broader strategy to expand its international content footprint and continue to grow its global audience base. With operations in 15 countries and a team of more than 400 journalists across the UAE, Lebanon, Egypt, the United Kingdom, and the United States, IMI continues to invest in original content, world-class talent, and impactful journalism.