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FIVE LOUISVILLE TELEVISION STATIONS LAUNCH NEXTGEN TV BROADCASTS

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Louisville television viewers can now experience the future of broadcast television as five local TV stations join together to launch NEXTGEN TV. Block Communications' WBKI will host five stations including Block's WDRB and market partners WAVE, WHAS and WBNA; Kentucky Educational Television's (KET) WKMJ will launch on Sept. 19. Delivering more expansive audio and video options, as well as other innovative new capabilities, NEXTGEN TV delivers an enhanced live broadcast viewing experience to more than 660,000 viewers in the metro and outlying areas of Louisville.

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  • NEXTGEN TV Delivers Enhanced Broadcast Video and Audio Features, Future Interactive Applications, and Upgradable Technology
    LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Louisville television viewers can now experience the future of broadcast television as five local TV stations join together to launch NEXTGEN TV.
  • NEXTGEN TV is the first major overhaul to the Advanced Television Systems Committee's standard for receiving over-the-air (OTA) signals in 25 years.
  • Now broadcasting in more than 50 markets, NEXTGEN TV is expected to reach 60% of U.S. television households by the end of 2022.
  • Louisville viewers can learn more about NEXTGEN TV by visiting www.WatchNextGenTV.com , which offers a guide to cities carrying the service, as well as links to available NEXTGEN TV models.

Salem Media Hires Tara Loring as Eastern Regional Digital Sales Director

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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Salem Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SALM) announced today that it has hired industry veteran Tara Loring as Eastern Regional Digital Sales Director beginning Monday, September 12th.

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  • Salem Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SALM) announced today that it has hired industry veteran Tara Loring as Eastern Regional Digital Sales Director beginning Monday, September 12th.
  • Loring has joined Salem Media from Hubbard Broadcasting where she served simultaneously as General Sales Manager and Director of Digital Media for Hubbards West Palm Beach properties.
  • Taras media sales and management experience includes work with Cox Media and WPTV in West Palm Beach.
  • Salem Media Group is Americas leading multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content, with media properties comprising radio, digital media and book and newsletter publishing.

Jason Meder Named VP & Market Manager of CMG Radio in Tampa

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Thursday, August 25, 2022
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ATLANTA, Aug. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group (CMG) today announced Jason Meder, Vice President & Market Manager of CMG Radio in Orlando, has been named the Vice President & Market Manager of CMG Radio in Tampa.

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group (CMG) today announced Jason Meder, Vice President & Market Manager of CMG Radio in Orlando, has been named the Vice President & Market Manager of CMG Radio in Tampa.
  • Meder joined CMG 20 years ago as a media consultant for CMG Tampa.
  • His hard work and leadership earned him key roles as General Sales Manager, Director of Sales, General Manager, and most recently Vice President & Market Manager for CMGs Orlando Radio market.
  • Hes leaving the market in much better condition than when he arrived, said Rob Babin, EVP, CMG Radio.

Shannon Lanier, Gayle Bass, Elizabeth Werner, Suki Krishman Join Knocking As Hosts

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Knocking, a company that produces e-commerce for all media, today announced that Shannon LaNier, Gayle Bass, Elizabeth Werner and Sukanya Krishman have joined as hosts. Knocking is a leader in producing content and commerce for media companies to create new connections with their audiences through compelling segments featuring new, popular and exclusive products.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Knocking , a company that produces e-commerce for all media, today announced that Shannon LaNier, Gayle Bass, Elizabeth Werner and Sukanya Krishman have joined as hosts.
  • "Shannon, Gayle, Elizabeth and Suki are all highly-regarded professionals across news and media and are beloved hosts to consumer audiences.
  • Gayle Bass, former host of the nationally syndicated TV show "RightThisMinute," along with lifestyle expert Elizabeth Werner, are currently hosting CBS Mornings Deals.
  • About Knocking Knocking is an e-commerce company with an award-winning in-house production team at Knocking Studio.

NEXTGEN TV Advances as Hisense's Lineup of NEXTGEN TVs Come to Retail With Sharp Focus on Consumer Education

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearl TV , the coalition of U.S. broadcasters transitioning to NEXTGEN TV, today announced new NEXTGEN TV models from Hisense.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearl TV , the coalition of U.S. broadcasters transitioning to NEXTGEN TV, today announced new NEXTGEN TV models from Hisense.
  • Its NEXTGEN TV models underscore once again how it pushes the boundaries of innovation to deliver value to consumers," stated Anne Schelle, managing director of Pearl TV.
  • "When the consumer looks for the logo, whether the consumer buys online or in-store, they can feel confident that the Hisense NEXTGEN TV purchased today will keep up with future technology enhancements."
  • "As consumers continue to seek a top-notch viewing experience and excellent value package, we are proud to deliver this with NEXTGEN TV."

Knocking Ranks No. 664 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 Annual List

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that Knocking, a company that produces e-commerce for all media, is No. 664 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that Knocking, a company that produces e-commerce for all media, is No.
  • 664 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
  • The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segmentits independent businesses.
  • The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19.

One Equity Partners Completes the Acquisitions of Gamut and CoxReps from Cox Media Group

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Monday, August 15, 2022
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Gamut, the award-winning leader in local OTT media, helps brands connect with relevant streaming audiences in every DMA.

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  • Gamut, the award-winning leader in local OTT media, helps brands connect with relevant streaming audiences in every DMA.
  • Progress Partners served as financial advisor to Cox Media Group and Terrier Gamut Holdings.
  • One Equity Partners (OEP) is a middle-market private equity firm focused on the industrial, healthcare, technology, and media sectors in North America and Europe.
  • CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members.

Amagi announces over 100% revenue growth (Y-O-Y) as demand for CTV-led content experience grows

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022
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NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amagi, a global leader in cloud-based SaaS technology for broadcast and connected TV, today announced over 100% revenue growth Y-O-Y for the quarter ending June 2022 (Q1), propelled by the global surge in demand for connected TV devices and the free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) viewing experience. In Q1, Amagi's growth continued to accelerate supported by an increase in customer acquisition, a rise in ad impressions and employee headcount investment.

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  • What's more, Amagi has the most extensive FAST TV platform partnerships across the world, enabling content owners and advertisers to capture new audience segments through wider distribution.
  • With such robust market demand, Amagi experienced a number of key milestones in Q1.
  • Amagi enables content owners to launch, distribute and monetize live linear channels on Free Ad-supported Streaming TV and video services platforms.
  • Overall, Amagi supports 700+ content brands, 800+ playout chains, and over 2000 channel deliveries on its platform in over 40 countries.

Amagi announces over 100% revenue growth (Y-O-Y) as demand for CTV-led content experience grows

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022
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NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amagi, a global leader in cloud-based SaaS technology for broadcast and connected TV, today announced over 100% revenue growth Y-O-Y for the quarter ending June 2022 (Q1), propelled by the global surge in demand for connected TV devices and the free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) viewing experience. In Q1, Amagi's growth continued to accelerate supported by an increase in customer acquisition, a rise in ad impressions and employee headcount investment.

Key Points: 
  • What's more, Amagi has the most extensive FAST TV platform partnerships across the world, enabling content owners and advertisers to capture new audience segments through wider distribution.
  • With such robust market demand, Amagi experienced a number of key milestones in Q1.
  • Amagi enables content owners to launch, distribute and monetize live linear channels on Free Ad-supported Streaming TV and video services platforms.
  • Overall, Amagi supports 700+ content brands, 800+ playout chains, and over 2000 channel deliveries on its platform in over 40 countries.

Michelle Robinson Harper and Shelly Hill Crawford Named to Lead WBTV in Charlotte, North Carolina

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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In addition, Gray announced that it promoted Shelly Hill Crawford to the new position of WBTV Station Manager effective July 20th, 2022.

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  • In addition, Gray announced that it promoted Shelly Hill Crawford to the new position of WBTV Station Manager effective July 20th, 2022.
  • Michelle Robinson Harper is a broadcast media leader with more than 37 years of experience in the Southeast.
  • Michelle received a BA in Radio, TV and Motion Pictures from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1985.
  • In late July, Gray selected Shelly Hill Crawford to fill the newly created position of Station Manager of WBTV.