Hearst Magazines Names Juliana Stock President

Hearst has appointed Juliana Stock, an A+E Global Media executive, as the new president of its magazine division, effective January 1, 2027. Stock replaces Debi Chirichella, who will become chair of Hearst Magazines. Both appointments are part of Hearst's strategy to navigate the challenges facing its magazine business, which includes well-known titles such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, and Harper’s Bazaar.

Hearst CEO Steven Swartz acknowledged the difficulty of the business, citing the impact of generative AI and the influence of social media on content discovery. Swartz outlined plans to invest in video, newsletters, podcasts, and other digital offerings to reach consumers outside traditional magazine websites. Stock's appointment is a strategic move to capitalize on her experience in digital video, marketing, and audience development at A+E Networks.

She has been with A+E since 2013 and held the position of president of marketing and digital since 2025. Stock's leadership aligns with Hearst's focus on digital transformation and reaching audiences through various digital platforms. Before joining A+E, Stock spent a decade at Condé Nast, where she worked on early digital initiatives for several prestigious brands.

Her appointment follows other significant leadership changes at Hearst Magazines, including the hiring of Chris Berend as chief content and experience officer in July. Chirichella, who has been with Hearst Magazines since 2011, will remain as chair and senior strategic advisor.