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ADELL MEDIA ANNOUNCES DEBUT OF 910 AM - DETROIT'S NEWS TALK SUPERSTATION

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Friday, September 1, 2023

DETROIT, Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Adell Media announced today the debut of 910 AM – Detroit's News Talk Superstation (WFDF-AM), effective Tuesday, September 5, 2023.

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  • DETROIT, Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Adell Media announced today the debut of 910 AM – Detroit's News Talk Superstation (WFDF-AM), effective Tuesday, September 5, 2023.
  • 910 AM will broadcast a 24/7 lineup of news and conservative talk featuring industry- leading personalities.
  • "For the first time in years, Metro Detroit has an alternative to WJR, with a genuinely conservative point of view," said Kevin Adell, Chief Executive Officer of Adell Media.
  • "We're excited to launch this new talk station with the biggest names in the format.

As ABC chair, Ita Buttrose stood up for the broadcaster's independence. It's time others did the same

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Ita Buttrose has announced she will not seek a second term as ABC chair, which means her term will expire in March 2024.

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  • Ita Buttrose has announced she will not seek a second term as ABC chair, which means her term will expire in March 2024.
  • Four of the seven non-executive directors already there had been appointed outside the merit system by Mitch Fifield as minister for communication.
  • Buttrose herself put ABC independence at the centre of her commitments.
  • I will fight any attempts to muzzle the national broadcaster or interfere with its obligations to the Australian public.
  • He sued the ABC for defamation but the ABC defended it vigorously and he discontinued the action.
  • There have been many analyses of how nine years of Coalition government attacks demoralised the ABC.
  • But with Buttrose’s departure now on the horizon, it is time for others at the top to stand up.

Refugee Services of Texas Names David McKeever as CEO of the State's Leading Resettlement Organization

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

DALLAS, Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Refugee Services of Texas, the state's leading refugee resettlement agency and key provider of services for survivors of human trafficking victims, has named David McKeever as the organization's new Chief Executive Officer.

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  • DALLAS, Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Refugee Services of Texas , the state's leading refugee resettlement agency and key provider of services for survivors of human trafficking victims, has named David McKeever as the organization's new Chief Executive Officer.
  • Refugee Services of Texas has named David McKeever as the organization's new Chief Executive Officer.
  • McKeever first became Chief Financial Officer of Refugee Services of Texas in 2021 and took on additional duties last Fall as Interim CEO.
  • As CFO of Refugee Services of Texas, McKeever led the financial management of the organization and advised the CEO on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, grants, and finance policy.

Election Season is in Full Swing, So How Green is the Campaign Material? Experts Weight In

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Sunday, May 29, 2022

Sold by plastic manufacturer, Corex, corflute is a light, cheap and durable plastic, which is why it is favoured for election posters that battle the elements outside.

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  • Sold by plastic manufacturer, Corex, corflute is a light, cheap and durable plastic, which is why it is favoured for election posters that battle the elements outside.
  • As Waste Sense explains, corflute is made from polypropylene, with two thin walls connected by small struts.
  • Polypropylene is a polymer made from carbon and hydrogen and is often used in food containers, straws and some fabrics.
  • From general waste to recycling, Waste Sense helps businesses find the best solution at the best price for all their waste needs.

ELISA TORRES ELEVATED TO CHIEF NETWORK OFFICER OF SPANISH BROADCASTING SYSTEM

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

MIAMI, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS) (OTC PINK: SBSAA) announced today the promotion of Elisa Torres to Chief Network Officer/EVP, Aire Radio Networks and SBS National. Torres, the first female executive to hold a Chief position at SBS, the largest Hispanic-owned and minority certified multimedia and entertainment company in the U.S., will continue to oversee AIRE Radio Networks, the largest minority-certified Spanish Language audio network and will spearhead the advancement of all network and national audio sales and marketing solutions.

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  • (SBS) (OTC PINK: SBSAA) announced today the promotion of Elisa Torres to Chief Network Officer/EVP, Aire Radio Networks and SBS National.
  • "It's one of my greatest honors to work with the largest minority owned and certified Spanish Language multimedia company in the nation," said Elisa Torres.
  • In addition to building successful network vehicles and marketing partnership campaigns, Torres has developed cross-platform opportunities that have translated into proven revenue success.
  • Prior to joining AIRE Radio Networks/Spanish Broadcasting System, Elisa played a critical role in establishing and developing some of the first Spanish Language audio networks in the country.

Nexstar Digital Names Dennis Cook Senior Vice President of Sales Marketing

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Nexstar Digital , the digital division of Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), announced today that it has named veteran marketing executive Dennis Cook as Senior Vice President of Sales Marketing.

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  • Nexstar Digital , the digital division of Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), announced today that it has named veteran marketing executive Dennis Cook as Senior Vice President of Sales Marketing.
  • Mr. Cook will oversee the digital divisions go-to-market strategy and all revenue-driving ad sales marketing initiatives in support of the advertising sales business.
  • A marketing and media industry veteran, Cook has held leadership roles in consumer marketing, affiliate distribution, and ad sales marketing at Sony Pictures Television, The Walt Disney Company, CBS Television, Showtime, and ESPN.
  • Mr. Cook joins Nexstar Digital from Gamut, a Cox Media Group company, where he led all marketing, communications, creative services, and insights teams focused on driving streaming ad sales revenue.

JackFM Selects Skyview Networks and Local Radio Networks for Sales and Syndication Services

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Wednesday, August 7, 2019

PHOENIX, Aug. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sparknet announced today its new exclusive partnership with Skyview Networks and Local Radio Networks (LRN) for their full package of syndication services.

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  • PHOENIX, Aug. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sparknet announced today its new exclusive partnership with Skyview Networks and Local Radio Networks (LRN) for their full package of syndication services.
  • Leveraging the distribution power of Skyview Networks and LRN is a strategic move that will allow JackFM to increase its already significant footprint.
  • Powering the effort is Skyview Networks' advanced satellite distribution platform which serves 5,700+ radio stations nationwide and LRN's proprietary terrestrial distribution technology, which will increase the delivery options for local radio owners and operators joining the JackFM network.
  • Skyview Networks provides services to ABC Radio, CBS Audio, professional and collegiate sports organizations and two state news networks.

ABC Radio Executive Steve Jones Joins Skyview Networks As President And Chief Operating Officer

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

PHOENIX, March 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Skyview Networks announced today that ABC Radio executive Steve Jones will assume the role ofPresident and Chief Operating Officer reporting to co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Ken Thiele.

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  • PHOENIX, March 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Skyview Networks announced today that ABC Radio executive Steve Jones will assume the role ofPresident and Chief Operating Officer reporting to co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Ken Thiele.
  • Jones begins his new role with Skyview Networks on April 9, 2019.
  • "Since Skyview Networks and ABC News partnered in 2014, Steve and I have worked side-by-side in developing new business that has resulted in great success for both companies."
  • "We are excited to welcome Steve to the company and the Skyview leadership team," said Jeanne-Marie Condo, Executive Vice President/General Manager, Skyview Networks.

Skyview Networks Announces Internal Promotions Amid Success of New Network Additions

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Thursday, February 14, 2019

As Skyview Networks' lineups have increased year over year, extensive work has been required from the production team.

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  • As Skyview Networks' lineups have increased year over year, extensive work has been required from the production team.
  • Skyview Networks stands apart in its deep client offerings, including special events related to client services and sales integrations.
  • Her tremendous effort in event planning and promotions has awarded the title of Senior Director of Client Services and Co-Chair Promotions.
  • Skyview Networks is a broadcast technology and national network sales solutions company that provides services to ABC Radio, CBS Audio, professional and collegiate sports organizations and two state news networks.

Skyview Networks Announces Network Sales Partnership with Alpha Media

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Thursday, December 20, 2018

PHOENIX, Dec. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As part of a multi-year sales agreement, Skyview Networks announced its partnership with Alpha Media to lead the company's network audio sales efforts.

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  • PHOENIX, Dec. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As part of a multi-year sales agreement, Skyview Networks announced its partnership with Alpha Media to lead the company's network audio sales efforts.
  • Skyview Networks is a recognized leader in the network sales space and the addition of Alpha Media creates a new range of customization opportunities for advertisers.
  • Added President and CEO of Skyview Networks, Ken Thiele, "I am proud to include Alpha in our family of high-performing, high-quality network lineups.
  • Skyview Networks is a broadcast technology and national network sales solutions company that provides services to ABC Radio, CBS Audio, professional and collegiate sports organizations and two state news networks.