The Industry Standard Names Steve Thompson Publisher

Posted on December 4, 1998

The Industry Standard, IDG's newsmagazine of the Internet Economy, has announced the appointment of Steven Thompson as publisher, and promoted Cheryl Lucanegro to the position of associate publisher.

Steve Thompson brings a rich background of business, consumer and technology publishing to The Industry Standard. Most recently, Thompson served as the associate publisher of Internet Business, following a five-year tenure at Inc. magazine in the role of advertising director, west coast, and three years as West Coast sales director for Playboy magazine.

"I have been very impressed with the vision and focus of The Industry Standard and am pleased to be joining the publication at this important time," said Thompson. "The Internet represents an opportunity that has yet to be exploited to its full potential -- in business or society at large. The Industry Standard provides timely news and insightful perspectives on this new frontier."

The Industry Standard also announced the promotion of Cheryl Lucanegro from vice president of sales and marketing to associate publisher. Lucanegro is a veteran publishing sales executive with extensive experience in technology and entrepreneurial business. Prior to joining The Industry Standard, she served as vice president and associate publisher at Upside Media, and has held senior-level sales positions, including regional sales manager, at PC Week and Digital Review.

"The Industry Standard is in the unique position of covering the most explosive and exciting economic story this of century -- The Internet Economy," said John Battelle, president of The Industry Standard. "To achieve the high standards we set for this publication, the leadership team must possess a strong business background coupled with a far-reaching vision of the future. Steve's strong business publishing background together with Cheryl's vast technology experience, as well as the first-rate editorial team we have assembled, ensure that The Industry Standard will continue to provide insightful, timely perspectives on the news, personalities and business models shaping the Internet Economy."