Discovery Global names Adrienne O’Hara as EVP, Chief Comms & Public Affairs Officer

Discovery Global has appointed Adrienne O’Hara as EVP, Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer, effective January 7, 2026. 

O’Hara will report to Gunnar Wiedenfels, President and CEO of Discovery Global, and will lead all global communications and public affairs for the company. 

She brings 20 years of experience leading communications strategy for Fortune 500 companies through periods of significant transformation to drive enterprise value and growth. 

O’Hara will be responsible for corporate, financial, employee, executive, brand and crisis communications, as well as public affairs and stakeholder engagement, during a pivotal period for Discovery Global. 

“Adrienne is a proven leader with deep experience guiding iconic branded portfolios through transformation and change,” said Gunnar Wiedenfels, President and CEO of Discovery Global. “Her ability to translate strategy into clear, compelling narratives will be critical as we look to engage our investors, employees, partners and other stakeholders, building continued belief in Discovery Global’s incredible potential as a standalone company.”

O’Hara most recently served as Senior Vice President of Global Communications and Engagement at Gap Inc. 

Previously, O’Hara was Head of Communications for Old Navy. 

“Discovery Global has an extraordinary portfolio of brands and a clear opportunity to redefine its market positioning, using communications to support growth and deepen cultural relevance,” said O’Hara. “I’m excited to partner with Gunnar and the entire global team to help shape the company’s narrative, elevate the employee experience, and increase brand impact as Discovery Global enters its next chapter.”

Earlier in O’Hara’s career, she spent more than a decade at Toys“R”Us, Inc. in senior communications roles, supporting large-scale restructuring, rebranding, acquisitions, and navigation of an evolving consumer and industry.