NBC Sports Regional Networks

Omnicom Wins Most Creative Company of the Year at the 2023 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity

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Friday, June 23, 2023

NEW YORK, June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Omnicom (NYSE: OMC) was named Most Creative Company of the Year at the 70th annual Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. More than 120 agencies from 40 countries contributed to the title, with over 175 Lions won throughout the week. Of note, two of Omnicom's creative networks, DDB and BBDO, placed in the top three of the Network of the Year category, with DDB coming in first and BBDO in third.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Omnicom (NYSE: OMC) was named Most Creative Company of the Year at the 70th annual Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.
  • As the top Creative Network of the Year, DDB won more than 85 Lions.
  • "The Last Photo" by adam&eveDDB for ITV x Calm dominated as the network's most-awarded piece of work at this year's festival.
  • It also follows two other Holding Company of the Year titles for Omnicom in 2023, including The One Show and Ad Age's A-List.

Diamond Sports Group Appoints David Preschlack as Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, December 5, 2022

Diamond Sports Group, LLC ("DSG," "Diamond," or the "Company"), an unconsolidated subsidiary of Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) ("Sinclair"), announced today that its Board of Managers has appointed David Preschlack as Diamonds Chief Executive Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Diamond Sports Group, LLC ("DSG," "Diamond," or the "Company"), an unconsolidated subsidiary of Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) ("Sinclair"), announced today that its Board of Managers has appointed David Preschlack as Diamonds Chief Executive Officer.
  • David is the ideal person to lead Diamond at this critical point in its development, said Randy Freer, Chairman of DSGs Board of Managers.
  • Prior to joining NBC Sports, David Preschlack built a 20-year career with Disney and ESPN, where he most recently served as executive vice president of the conglomerate's affiliate sales and marketing group.
  • Diamond Sports Group LLC, an unconsolidated subsidiary of Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc., owns the Bally Sports Regional Sports Networks (RSNs), the nations leading provider of local sports.

Cureatr and Unite Us Collaborate to Launch Program to Advance Health Equity for Patients

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

The partnership with Unite Us has empowered Cureatr to more holistically care for patients and evolve the role of Cureatr's certified community health workers (CHWs).

Key Points: 
  • The partnership with Unite Us has empowered Cureatr to more holistically care for patients and evolve the role of Cureatr's certified community health workers (CHWs).
  • Cureatr initially launched its pilot health equity program with Unite Us in two state networks ( Unite New York and Unite Missouri ) after an introduction from a Missouri-based nonprofit attending a community information meeting.
  • Our partnership with Unite Us and the launch of the health equity program is our way of making a difference in the lives of those individuals faced with significant SDoH barriers."
  • "Cureatr and Unite Us will work together to redefine the quality, impact, and intersection of health and social care.

Cureatr and Unite Us Partner to Launch Health Equity Program

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

The partnership with Unite Us has empowered Cureatr to more holistically care for patients and evolve the role of Cureatr's certified community health workers (CHWs).

Key Points: 
  • The partnership with Unite Us has empowered Cureatr to more holistically care for patients and evolve the role of Cureatr's certified community health workers (CHWs).
  • Cureatr initially launched its pilot health equity program with Unite Us in two state networks ( Unite New York and Unite Missouri ) after an introduction from a Missouri-based nonprofit attending a community information meeting.
  • Our partnership with Unite Us and the launch of the health equity program is our way of making a difference in the lives of those individuals faced with significant SDoH barriers."
  • "Cureatr and Unite Us will work together to redefine the quality, impact, and intersection of health and social care.

MONUMENTAL SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT TO ACQUIRE FULL OWNERSHIP OF NBC SPORTS WASHINGTON

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Monumental Sports & Entertainment ("MSE") and Comcast Corporation today announced that they have entered into an agreement under which MSE will acquire 100% of the equity interests in NBC Sports Washington by acquiring NBCUniversal's 67% stake in the network. MSE currently owns 33% of NBC Sports Washington, which it acquired in 2016. 

Key Points: 
  • NBC Sports Washington is the exclusive local television rightsholder for Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals games.
  • "We at Monumental Sports & Entertainment are incredibly excited to have reached an agreement to acquire NBC Sports Washington, an important business for our current and future core business operations," said Zach Leonsis, President of Media & New Enterprises, Monumental Sports & Entertainment.
  • "Comcast NBCUniversal has built a strong regional sports network in NBC Sports Washington.
  • "Monumental Sports & Entertainment's interest in full ownership of the network is a unique opportunity," said Bill Bridgen, President, NBC Sports Regional Networks.

The Roku Channel Comes Together with NBCUniversal Local to Bring Local News Programming to Streamers

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

The NBC stations deliver local news, weather, investigative and consumer reporting to audiences across multiple platforms.

Key Points: 
  • The NBC stations deliver local news, weather, investigative and consumer reporting to audiences across multiple platforms.
  • The Roku Channel is a leader in free, ad-supported linear TV (FAST).
  • The Roku Channels Live TV guide features more than 300 linear channels across news, sports, music, and entertainment to enjoy.
  • The Roku Channel was a top 5 channel on the Roku platform in the U.S. by active account reach and streaming hour engagement in Q1 2022.

Former NBC Sports President and Former Hospital CIO Join Student-Athlete Wellness App The Zone

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Friday, February 25, 2022

As former president of NBC Sports Regional Networks and NBC Sports Group Platform and Content Strategy , he oversaw nine big-market regional networks, two of which finished No.

Key Points: 
  • As former president of NBC Sports Regional Networks and NBC Sports Group Platform and Content Strategy , he oversaw nine big-market regional networks, two of which finished No.
  • 1 in their respective markets, while managing relationships with valued partners such as NBA, MLB, and NHL teams.
  • Shawn Fry, former hospital CIO and leading data security expert, will join The Zone as Chief Technology Officer & Chief Information Officer.
  • The Zone is a digital, AI-powered platform designed for athletes to monitor and support their mental health and wellness.

Bally Sports Launches Sports Betting Show, “Live on the Line, Powered by BetMGM”

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

Bally Sports, a division of Sinclair Broadcast Group (Sinclair), today announced a partnership with BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, to launch its networks first sports betting program, Live on the Line, Powered by BetMGM.

Key Points: 
  • Bally Sports, a division of Sinclair Broadcast Group (Sinclair), today announced a partnership with BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, to launch its networks first sports betting program, Live on the Line, Powered by BetMGM.
  • Live on the Line, Powered by BetMGM debuted this week and highlights national sports betting storylines with a regional appeal, by providing expert picks while looking ahead to the days matchups.
  • Stadium, Sinclairs 24/7 multi-platform sports network, is producing the hour-long show in coordination with Bally Sports out of its Chicago-based studio.
  • The 19 regional network brands, owned-and-operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group, include, Bally Sports Arizona, Bally Sports Detroit, Bally Sports Florida, Bally Sports Great Lakes, Bally Sports Indiana, Bally Sports Kansas City, Bally Sports Midwest, Bally Sports New Orleans, Bally Sports North, Bally Sports Ohio, Bally Sports Oklahoma, Bally Sports San Diego, Bally Sports SoCal, Bally Sports South, Bally Sports Southeast, Bally Sports Southwest, Bally Sports Sun, Bally Sports West and Bally Sports Wisconsin.

PointsBet Online and Mobile Sports Betting Now Live in Virginia

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021

NEW KENT, Va. and DENVER, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PointsBet, a premier global online gaming operator, today announced the launch of its market-leading mobile app and digital sports betting product in Virginia. Virginia marks the eighth operational state for PointsBet's premium sports betting product, following successful launches in New Jersey, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Colorado, Michigan, and West Virginia.

Key Points: 
  • NEW KENT, Va.and DENVER, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --PointsBet, a premier global online gaming operator, today announced the launch of its market-leading mobile app and digital sports betting product in Virginia.
  • Virginia marks the eighth operational state for PointsBet's premium sports betting product, following successful launches in New Jersey, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Colorado, Michigan, and West Virginia.
  • "Virginian sports bettors will now have access to the fastest online sports betting product with the most betting options, including robust in-play capabilities."
  • The Virginia Lottery recently issued PointsBet, together with racetrack Colonial Downs, an official supplier license to offer online sports wagering in Virginia.

McCann Worldgroup Names Nicolina O'Rorke Global Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, November 1, 2021

NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --McCann Worldgroup today announced that Nicolina O'Rorke has been named Global Chief Financial Officer.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --McCann Worldgroup today announced that Nicolina O'Rorke has been named Global Chief Financial Officer.
  • "Nicolina is a unique talent in every way," said Bill Kolb, Chairman and CEO, McCann Worldgroup.
  • O'Rorke brings to McCann Worldgroup a diverse combination of best-in-class financial skills and senior corporate operations leadership experience.
  • "I am thrilled to be joining McCann Worldgroup, the most effective marketing solutions company, in a global role," said O'Rorke.