Calvert To Lead Sinclair’s OKC Duo
The woman who most recently served as VP/GM of The E.W. Scripps Co.'s NBC affiliate serving Tulsa has been appointed to a similar role at Sinclair Inc.'s two broadcast television stations in Oklahoma City.
Ex-Radio Disney Leader Shifts Markets For Sinclair
She once led the local Radio Disney business, and has held leadership roles with iHeartMedia predecessor Clear Channel Communications and, before that, Cumulus. Meet the new VP/GM of Sinclair's three television stations serving Alabama's largest market.
Berge Appointed to NAB Radio Board
The woman who serves as Market President for iHeartMedia in Eau Claire, Wisc., and Rochester, Minn., has been appointed to the NAB Radio Board of Directors.
Buckingham Returns To Ricki Lee’s Aiir
The international software company that helps broadcasters create radio through such products including the PlayoutONE automation system with WebVT for remote broadcasting is welcoming back its former SVP of Product Innovation.
In San Francisco, iHeartMedia Bulks Up Its Sales Leadership
The SVP of Sales for iHeartMedia's properties serving the San Francisco-Oakland market now has two VPs of Sales to assist with boosting advertiser support of the company's radio stations and associated digital properties.
Ex-Clear Channel Sales Exec Acquires Media Staffing Network
She enjoyed a "deep and meaningful friendship" with the late Laurie Kahn, who owned and operated Media Staffing Network (MSN). Now, Kahn's close bond has led her friend to acquire MSN, beginning a new chapter for the company.
Meet Dielectric’s New NSM
A 13-year SCMS veteran responsible for office management and the creation and launch of the company's e-commerce site has been named National Sales Manager of Sinclair Inc. subsidiary Dielectric. He'll succeed the soon-to-be-retired Christine Zuba.
Top Fox Sales Leader Readies For Retirement
In March 2019, she rose to President of Advertising Sales, Marketing and Brand Partnerships for Fox Corporation, rising from the position of President of Advertising Sales for FOX News and FOX Business Network. Now, Marianne Gambelli is retiring, concluding a career that spans more than 40 years in media and entertainment ad sales.
Soledad O’Brien Returns As Golden Mic Gala Emcee
The annual event, scheduled for March 4 at the Plaza Hotel in the City of New York, is the biggest fundraiser for the Broadcasters Foundation, whose sole mission is to provide aid to radio and television professionals in acute need. O’Brien first hosted the Golden Mic gala in 2023.
Entrants Wanted For 2024 Radio Mercury Awards
The call for entries for the 2024 Radio Mercury Awards, which salute audio creative, is officially open. Entrants will have the chance to be awarded in 19 categories along with the Best of Show award.
Florida Radio Station Owner Dies
One of the original managers of the AM radio station serving The Villages — a city built expressly for retirees near Leesburg, Fla. — who is the owner of another AM serving New Smyrna Beach, Fla., has passed away.
‘Joe Pags’ Inks Two-Year Extension With iHeart
Over the years, Joseph John Pagliarulo has gained national attention for his talk radio show, heard on more than 160 radio stations across the U.S. Now, the man who simply goes by the on-air name Joe Pags is renewing and expanding his relationship with iHeartMedia, inking a two-year agreement.
Thompson To Lead News, Programming At BIN
BIN: Black Information Network, the iHeartMedia-owned audio network superserving the African American community across the U.S., has appointed a SVP/News and Programming while also selecting a SVP of Public Engagement.
Spadafore To Direct Revenue For Scripps Sports
For the past seven years, he has served as a regional vice president at Comcast Advertising's Effectv/Comcast Spotlight, overseeing all sales operations for TV and streaming for the Midwest region. As of Monday, he is now Senior Director of Revenue for Scripps Sports.
Chris Stirewalt To Host NewsNation Sunday AM Show
He joined Nexstar Media Group-owned MVPD-distributed news and political commentary channel NewsNation in early 2022 as Political Editor. Now, he's poised to helm a new Sunday morning public affairs program from Washington, D.C., for NewsNation.