Cox Media Group

COMET, CHARGE! and TBD Multicast Networks Secure Nationwide Affiliate Growth and Add New Series to Primetime and Late Night Schedules, Driving Strong Increases in Viewership

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

and TBD today announced a wide range of network affiliate upgrades and new TV series additions, strengthening the networks heading into the 2022/23 television season.

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  • and TBD today announced a wide range of network affiliate upgrades and new TV series additions, strengthening the networks heading into the 2022/23 television season.
  • By September, the networks will add over 13 million new TV households to their existing footprints.
  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local sports and news.
  • The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net .

Cox Media Group Grows Relationship with Telemundo

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Monday, June 13, 2022

ATLANTA, June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group announced that it has signed a deal to become Telemundo affiliates in Seattle and Jacksonville.

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  • ATLANTA, June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group announced that it has signed a deal to become Telemundo affiliates in Seattle and Jacksonville.
  • CMG is excited to grow our relationship with Telemundo to provide a wide array of important programming to underserved Hispanic audiences in Jacksonville and Seattle, said Paul Curran, EVP of TV for CMG.
  • Telemundo is a leading producer of innovative and high-quality content for Hispanics in the U.S. and around the world.
  • CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional people.

Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) Names Wilson Turner to Vice President of Human Resources Programs and Support

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Monday, June 13, 2022

Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based, private hotel investment, ownership and management company, today announced that it named Wilson Turner vice president of human resources programs and support.

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  • Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based, private hotel investment, ownership and management company, today announced that it named Wilson Turner vice president of human resources programs and support.
  • In his new role, Turner will further augment and implement human resources solutions, programs and processes aligned with HVMG's strategic plan and culture.
  • With more than thirty years of human resources experience across multiple industries, Turner joined HVMG in 2020 as director of human resources following a one-year role as an onsite human resources specialist with Paychex/Oasis.
  • Turner has held his Professional Human Resources certification from the Society for Human Resource Management since 2000.

Daymond John Joins Content & Commerce Company Knocking as Brand Advisor

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Monday, June 13, 2022

NEW YORK, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Knocking, a company that produces e-commerce for ALL media, today announced Daymond John, star of ABC's "Shark Tank," as a brand advisor. Through John's The Shark Group, an agency developed to innovate and elevate for brand partners, he will provide support for Knocking's diverse roster of media and brand clients.

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  • "At Knocking, we are helping to build and bolster brands through long-standing, important partnerships," said Brian Meehan, COO of Knocking.
  • John's announcement comes shortly after Emmy Award-winning producer and industry leader Candi Carter was named Chief Content Officer at Knocking.
  • "Daymond is joining Knocking at a time when media companies are excited about the prospect of incorporating commerce into their content," said Carter.
  • "I'm excited to join Knocking as an Advisor, alongside so many talented individuals on their team," said John.

Auton Clocks New Connected Car Achievements with ATSC 3.0 Standard, a Reliable and Robust Distribution Pipe to Vehicles, at Motown 3.0 Test Track

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022

WASHINGTON, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearl TV, the coalition of U.S. broadcasters transitioning to NEXTGEN TV, today announced new field test data with Auton performed at the "Motown 3.0 Open Test Track" in Detroit, Mich., that demonstrated how robust the transport layer and software applications of the ATSC 3.0 "NEXTGEN TV" standard are in non-real time data delivery of streaming video and secure broadband files to vehicles. These results, coupled with the previous physical layer testing programs conducted by both Pearl TV and Auton of ATSC 3.0 in mobile environments, further demonstrates the standard's relevance in providing an alternative and viable wireless distribution pipe to vehicles.

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  • As 5G and other technologies gradually emerge, ATSC 3.0 uniquely offers a one-to-many delivery option, with a robust, fully scalable platform at a lower cost than other solutions.
  • The testing was performed in concert with the E. W. Scripps Company's ATSC 3.0 Lighthouse station WMYD powered by the Triveni Digital Broadcast Chain.
  • Media and analysts interested in experiencing NEXTGEN TV or speaking with Pearl TV, Auton or Triveni Digital may contact [email protected] to reserve a briefing.
  • The Auton service is ubiquitous, global and continuous the very definition of "connected car."

Cox Media Group Joins Forces With Veteran Jobs Mission

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Monday, May 23, 2022

ATLANTA, May 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group (CMG) today announced it has joined forces with the Veteran Jobs Mission to help veterans and military spouses and partners find and keep jobs.

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  • ATLANTA, May 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group (CMG) today announced it has joined forces with the Veteran Jobs Mission to help veterans and military spouses and partners find and keep jobs.
  • The Veteran Jobs Mission has partnerships with companies in virtually every industry in the U.S. economy.
  • The Veteran Jobs Mission is recognized as a best-in-class organization that provides opportunities for members to network with like-minded organizations and thought leaders who are making an impact.
  • CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional people.

Cox Media Group Named a 2022 Google Premier Partner

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

ATLANTA, May 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group (CMG) today announced that CMG Local Solutions has achieved 2022 Premier Partner Status in The Google Partners program.

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  • ATLANTA, May 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group (CMG) today announced that CMG Local Solutions has achieved 2022 Premier Partner Status in The Google Partners program.
  • The Google Partners program has undergone significant changes for 2022, including redefining what it means to be a Premier Partner through new, advanced program requirements and offering new Premier Partner benefits to support growth and success with Google Ads.
  • Premier Partner Awards -The Premier Partner Awards highlight excellence in digital marketing and showcase Premier Partners that help drive results for clients with Google Ads.
  • Newly redesigned 2022 Premier Partner badge -Signal to clients and the industry that youre recognized as a leading partner with your 2022 Premier Partner badge.

STUPID STRONG 6th ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC RAISES OVER $100,000 TO SUPPORT GASTRIC CANCER RESEARCH

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Monday, May 16, 2022

DALLAS, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stupid Strong Charitable Foundation celebrated its 6th Annual Charity Golf Classic Monday, May 2, 2022, at Trophy Club Country Club, Trophy Club, Texas. With over 170 guests, more than $100,000 was raised to fund research and support stomach cancer patients and families worldwide. Guests enjoyed a round of golf, lunch, swag bag, silent auction, dinner, and awards ceremony. Jeff Netzer President of Stupid Strong, served as host for the evening and led guests through a welcome presentation, prize awards and an impressive check presentation to City of Hope.

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  • DALLAS, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stupid Strong Charitable Foundation celebrated its 6th Annual Charity Golf Classic Monday, May 2, 2022, at Trophy Club Country Club, Trophy Club, Texas.
  • With over 170 guests, more than $100,000 was raised to fund research and support stomach cancer patients and families worldwide.
  • With its recent gift Stupid Strong has now awarded over $1.1 million since its inception to fund gastric cancer research," said President Jeff Netzer.
  • Stupid Strong is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about gastric cancer, advancing funding for research, and providing education and support to families in need.

Xperi and ARD Partner to Deliver the Dashboard of the Future

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Monday, May 16, 2022

As ARD, we are committed to providing our listeners with a progressive radio experience, and we are happy to partner with DTS AutoStage to achieve that goal, said Alexander Sasse, Head of ARD Partner Management Audio and Voice.

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  • As ARD, we are committed to providing our listeners with a progressive radio experience, and we are happy to partner with DTS AutoStage to achieve that goal, said Alexander Sasse, Head of ARD Partner Management Audio and Voice.
  • ARD and DTS AutoStage systems support broadcaster services to provide security, reliability and data compatibility with car companies.
  • In an online world dominated by commercial offerings, ARD provides trustworthy journalism unencumbered by the constraints of advertising and sponsorship.
  • It also gives access to ARDs central on demand services, the ARD Mediathek and the ARD Audiothek.

NewscastStudio's Broadcast Production Awards Recognize Top Projects, Technology and Innovation

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

ST. LOUIS, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NewscastStudio, the trade publication for broadcast professionals in production, design and engineering, has announced the winners of its Broadcast Production Awards.

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  • The awards from trade publication NewscastStudio honor the best in creative production and technical achievement from across the broadcasting industry.
  • ST. LOUIS, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NewscastStudio , the trade publication for broadcast professionals in production, design and engineering, has announced the winners of its Broadcast Production Awards .
  • "The winners represent broadcasters from around the globe and their shifting approaches to production, including a rapid adoption of remote production tools and techniques."
  • For nearly 20 years, NewscastStudio has served as the leading trade publication for broadcast production, at the center of broadcast technology, creative design and engineering.