Juris Silkans is the new vice-president of Atlantis Communications. The position is effective immediately. Silkans joins Atlantis from CUC Broadcasting, where he was most recently senior vice-president, strategic planning and regulatory affairs.

Silkans will report to recently-appointed Atlantis president and coo Kevin Shea. He will be responsible for developing new strategic opportunities for the company and will also assist in the evolution of You: Your Channel, Atlantis’ specialty channel application.