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Hallmark Media Renews Agreement with Nielsen as Hallmark Channel Becomes the Top Entertainment Cable Network for 2023 and 4Q 2023

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nielsen, a global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics, announced a multi-year renewal agreement with Hallmark Media to measure linear TV across all three of their networks (Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama). The company will continue to utilize Nielsen's streaming platform and content ratings for insights related to its SVOD and FAST/AVOD services, as well.

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  • The company will continue to utilize Nielsen's streaming platform and content ratings for insights related to its SVOD and FAST/AVOD services, as well.
  • The announcement comes as Hallmark Channel completed the full 2023 year as the #1 most-watched entertainment cable network among key demographics (#1 most-watched network of the year in Total Day and Weekend Total Day among Households; Total Viewers; Women 25-54; Women and Persons 18+ and 55+).
  • Nielsen is at the forefront of providing the most comprehensive view of consumer behavior across both linear and streaming today."
  • Entertainment Cable Network Ranks exclude News and Sports; "Original" Program ranks Exclude Repeats; Networks that share feed are weight averaged to daypart based on duration.

The CW Network Appoints Erin McIlvain as Senior Vice President of Affiliate Distribution and Marketing

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

The CW Network, LLC (“The CW” “The CW Network”) today announced the appointment of Erin McIlvain as Senior Vice President of Affiliate Distribution and Marketing, responsible for managing the network’s distribution and overseeing affiliate relations with its station group partners.

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  • The CW Network, LLC (“The CW” “The CW Network”) today announced the appointment of Erin McIlvain as Senior Vice President of Affiliate Distribution and Marketing, responsible for managing the network’s distribution and overseeing affiliate relations with its station group partners.
  • Ms. McIlvain will begin her new duties immediately and report to Dana Zimmer, President and Chief Distribution and Strategy Officer for Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (“Nexstar”)(Nasdaq: NXST), and Dennis Miller, President of The CW Network.
  • She was one of the founding officers of the company and was responsible for overseeing distribution, government relations, marketing and operations.
  • “Erin is a strategic thinker with tremendous experience in the multi-channel distribution business and affiliate relations,” said Ms. Zimmer.

Comcast Offers Miami Area Xfinity Customers Now TV: a $20 Entertainment Option With 60+ Streaming and Fast Channels, Plus Peacock Premium

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.

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  • Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.
  • NOW TV is available to Xfinity Internet customers for an everyday monthly price of $20, no equipment required, and the ability to sign up and cancel anytime.
  • The service is accessible through the Xfinity Stream app and includes a 20-hour DVR and access on three concurrent streams.
  • Peacock Premium: NOW TV customers also will receive a Peacock Premium subscription at no additional cost via the Peacock app on all devices where the streaming service is available.

Comcast Offers Metro Detroit Xfinity Customers NOW TV: A $20 Entertainment Option With 60+ Streaming and Fast Channels, Plus Peacock Premium

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.

Key Points: 
  • Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.
  • NOW TV is available to Xfinity Internet customers for an everyday monthly price of $20, no equipment required, and the ability to sign up and cancel anytime.
  • The service is accessible through the Xfinity Stream app and includes a 20-hour DVR and access on three concurrent streams.
  • Peacock Premium: NOW TV customers also will receive a Peacock Premium subscription at no additional cost via the Peacock app on all devices where the streaming service is available.

Comcast Offers Chicagoland Xfinity Customers NOW TV: A $20 Entertainment Option With 60+ Streaming and Fast Channels, Plus Peacock Premium

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

The new streaming offering includes 40+ live channels from A&E, AMC, Hallmark and Warner Bros.

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  • The new streaming offering includes 40+ live channels from A&E, AMC, Hallmark and Warner Bros.
  • Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.
  • The service is accessible through the Xfinity Stream app and includes a 20-hour DVR and access on three concurrent streams.
  • Peacock Premium: NOW TV customers also will receive a Peacock Premium subscription at no additional cost via the Peacock app on all devices where the streaming service is available.

Comcast Offers Atlanta Xfinity Customers NOW TV: A $20 Entertainment Option With 60+ Streaming and Fast Channels, Plus Peacock Premium

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.

Key Points: 
  • Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.
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    Comcast offers Atlanta Xfinity customers NOW TV.
  • The service is accessible through the Xfinity Stream app and includes a 20-hour DVR and access on three concurrent streams.
  • Peacock Premium: NOW TV customers also will receive a Peacock Premium subscription at no additional cost via the Peacock app on all devices where the streaming service is available.

Comcast Introduces NOW TV: A $20 Entertainment Option With 60+ Streaming and Fast Channels, Plus Peacock Premium

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Today, Comcast unveiled NOW TV a new streaming offering that includes 40+ live channels from A&E, AMC, Hallmark and Warner Bros.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Comcast unveiled NOW TV a new streaming offering that includes 40+ live channels from A&E, AMC, Hallmark and Warner Bros.
  • Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.
  • Built using cross-company innovation and technology from Xfinity, Peacock, Sky and Xumo, NOW TV is the first streaming offering in the market to combine a live TV streaming service, free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels, and a subscription video on demand (SVOD) service.
  • Peacock Premium: NOW TV customers also will receive a Peacock Premium subscription at no additional cost via the Peacock app on all devices where the streaming service is available.

Hallmark Offers Holiday Gifts for Everyone

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Tis the season for giving, and Hallmark is here to help consumers share more merry with great holiday gifts for everyone. The new collection features options for adults and kids, offering family members and loved ones a convenient, one-stop shop for finding unique and thoughtful gifts that help show their appreciation for each other. 

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  • Kick off this year's giving spree by shopping Hallmark's 2022 holiday gift guide for all sorts of holiday gift ideas.
  • From self-care to the kitchen, Hallmark offers a wide variety of gifts for all their favorite hobbies.
  • Let Hallmark help you bring that holiday joy with unique and traditional holiday gift wrap options galore.
  • Hallmark Media operates three cable channels Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama in addition to Hallmark Publishing, a leading publisher of uplifting eBooks, audiobooks and print editions, and Hallmark Movies Now, a subscription-based streaming service.

Hallmark Names Earthbound to Spearhead Expansion of Iconic Brand

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Earthbound, a leading product design, licensing and brand growth company, today announced that they have been chosen as the exclusive licensing and brand extension agency for Hallmark, the beloved brand that helps people live caring connected lives full of meaningful moments.

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  • The company also operates Hallmark Media, an entertainment business which includes Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Hallmark Drama, and Hallmark Movies Now, a streaming app.
  • Hallmark will be expanding these licensed product offerings by tapping into the industry experience and creative expertise of Earthbound Brands.
  • With 22 years of expertise in retail brand licensing, product development, and product design, Earthbound augments brand potential by offering unprecedented growth potential for powerhouse brands.
  • Hallmark Media operates three cable channels Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama in addition to Hallmark Movies Now, a subscription-based streaming service.

Caring in Action: Hallmark Unveils Latest Corporate Responsibility Results

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Friday, October 21, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the sixth consecutive year, Hallmark Cards, Inc. shared the results of its enterprise-wide corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts with the release of the Caring in Action report. The report focuses on the company's impact in the areas of diversity, equity and inclusion; community; and sustainability during 2021.

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  • The annual report highlights the company's enterprise-wide commitment to caring for people, the planet and communities
    KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the sixth consecutive year, Hallmark Cards, Inc. shared the results of its enterprise-wide corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts with the release of the Caring in Action report .
  • The Caring in Action report features stories from Hallmark's portfolio of businesses including Hallmark Global , Crayola and Hallmark Media and reflects three core commitments: Care for our People, Care for our Community and Care for our Planet.
  • Hallmark also has two key goals that are unique to its corporate culture: Arts and Culture, and Family and Kids.
  • Hallmark Media operates three linear cable channels, Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama, and Hallmark Movies Now, a subscription video on-demand streaming service.