Abrams Names Melissa Orilia as CFO

Melissa Orilia has been appointed chief financial officer at Abrams, effective November 18. The hire was announced by Abrams president and CEO Mary McAveney, to whom Orilia will report. 

Orilia previously held controller positions at the global media companies GroupM and Cohn & Wolfe. 

"Melissa’s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Abrams,” said McAveney in a statement. “Her sophisticated understanding of both traditional and emerging business models will be instrumental as we continue to innovate and expand our publishing portfolio.”

"The publishing industry is at an exciting inflection point, and Abrams stands out for its commitment to excellence and innovation," added Orilia. "I look forward to working with the talented team to enhance our financial capabilities, optimize operations, and create new opportunities for growth that will benefit our authors, artists, and readers worldwide."

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