Polly Spann Kosko

Vice President, National Programming

Polly Spann Kosko is responsible for national programming activities through all phases from the development of the initial concept through the promotion and broadcast of the program. This division of the Network is responsible for securing underwriting from foundations and corporations to support the production of both national and local programming.

Kosko served as ETV's executive in charge of production for the season premieres of Critical Condition with Hedrick Smith , an in-depth examination of America's health care crisis; Juggling Work and Family with Hedrick Smith , which focuses on one of our nation's critical issues; Schools That Work with Hedrick Smith , an analysis of this nation's educational reform; Global Warming: The Signs and The Science , hosted by Alanis Morissette, a cautionary look at the forces of climate change; Imagining America: Icons of 20 th Century American Art , a visual journey through the words and works of the century's most significant artists; and World@Large with David Gergen, a 10-part series developed in association with U.S. News & World Report. Kosko was ETV's producer of The American Tenors from the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood . Her efforts have made possible the production by ETV of over 80 other programs and series, including the popular children's series The Dooley and Pals Show .

A native of Charleston , South Carolina , Kosko is a graduate of the University of South Carolina . She is a 30-year veteran of the network, beginning her career as assistant to the president and general manager. Over the years she has served in a senior fundraising and development positions to include the Development Advisory Committee for the Public Broadcasting Service. She is a lifetime member of the board of directors of CINE and Director of the Charleston School of Law Foundation.

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