Cablevision Systems Corporation announced Wednesday the appointment of Hank Ratner to vice chairman. Ratner most recently served as vice chairman of Cablevision's programming arm, Rainbow Media
Holdings, Inc. In his new position, Ratner's previous responsibilities as Rainbow's key strategist and transactional officer will expand to include all of Cablevision's divisions. He will report to
James L. Dolan, Cablevision's president and CEO. Ratner, 43, will work closely with Mr. Dolan on the company's overall planning and development as well as transaction strategy, management and
implementation. He will also work with Cablevision Chairman Charles F. Dolan on company initiatives, transactions and other matters.