Change of leadership at the Sun News

Vince Bodiford

Vince Bodiford, the Group Publisher of Orange County Neighborhood Newspapers, Inc., (OCNN), and publisher of this newspaper, is departing the company this week, the company said.

Bodiford, 54, has been named President and Publisher of a daily newspaper and media group in the Midwest.

He departs the Orange County post on Friday, March 10. He has held the position for six years.

Taking over leadership is Interim General Manager Steven Remery, who’s been the company’s Advertising Director for the last year and has been with the company for over three years.

“Vince set the bar high and I’m looking forward to continuing the relationships he has built in the community,” said Remery. “Working closely with Vince has given me the knowledge and expertise necessary to take on this new role.”

He previously held the position of Advertising Account Manager. Remery is also on the Board of Directors of the Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce.