Janelle Rodriguez, Who Helped Build NBC News’ Streaming Outlet, to Exit

Janelle Rodriguez is departing from her role as executive vice president of programming at NBC News. Rodriguez played a pivotal role in building and launching the live-streaming outlet NBC News Now. Additionally, she oversaw breaking news, specials, and the transition of leadership at NBC Nightly News. In a memo to staffers on Thursday, Rodriguez stated that after significant reflection, she decided it was the right moment to leave the network to pursue her next professional chapter.