Michael Hyatt has been appointed CEO of Thomas Nelson Inc., having formerly held the post of president and COO. Former CEO Sam Moore will remain as chairman of the board.

“This change is part of the management succession process designed to ensure that our company will continue to grow well into the future,” Moore said. “Mike Hyatt has served ably as president and chief operating officer for the past 18 months, demonstrating a deep understanding of the publishing and operational sides of our business, as well as an inspiring talent for leadership.”

“We are thrilled that Sam Moore has agreed to serve in a capacity that will allow the company to continue to benefit from the depth of his wisdom and breadth of his experience,” Hyatt said. “Under his stewardship, Thomas Nelson has grown to become the largest Christian publisher in the world.”

Commenting on the management changes, Moore stated: “Over the past four-plus decades, the company has grown from what, basically, was a way for me to support myself in college into the leading presence in the expanding industry of Christian and inspirational products for all audiences. I wholeheartedly agree with our board that Mike is the person to lead us into the twenty-first century.”

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