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Reliance and Disney Announce Strategic Joint Venture to Bring Together the Most Compelling and Engaging Entertainment Brands in India

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Post completion of the above steps, the JV will be controlled by RIL and owned 16.34% by RIL, 46.82% by Viacom18 and 36.84% by Disney.

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  • Post completion of the above steps, the JV will be controlled by RIL and owned 16.34% by RIL, 46.82% by Viacom18 and 36.84% by Disney.
  • Disney may also contribute certain additional media assets to the JV, subject to regulatory and third-party approvals.
  • The JV will be one of the leading TV and digital streaming platforms for entertainment and sports content in India, bringing together iconic media assets across entertainment (e.g.
  • Cleary Gottlieb served as lead outside counsel to Disney and Covington & Burling and AZB served as legal counsels to Disney on the transaction.

Deepak Dhar forms CreAsia Studio for South East Asia

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

MUMBAI, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO - Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India, today announced Banijay Asia's strategic expansion into South East Asia, with the formation of a new entity – CreAsia Studio. With a focus on local collaborations to create local originals and produce local Banijay IP adaptations, he announced the appointment of Jessica Kam-Engle as the EVP & Business Head of CreAsia Studio. She will report to Deepak Dhar, and be responsible for driving business strategy and growth in the key markets of South East Asia – Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand. An established Film/TV producer and studio executive, Jessica has more than 20 years of experience working in the region, with brands like Disney+, HBO Asia, Warner Media Entertainment Networks, MTV Networks/Viacom, MGM Gold Network, Dow Jones Newswires, and Celestial Pictures

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  • MUMBAI, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO - Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India, today announced Banijay Asia's strategic expansion into South East Asia, with the formation of a new entity – CreAsia Studio.
  • With a focus on local collaborations to create local originals and produce local Banijay IP adaptations, he announced the appointment of Jessica Kam-Engle as the EVP & Business Head of CreAsia Studio.
  • She will report to Deepak Dhar, and be responsible for driving business strategy and growth in the key markets of South East Asia – Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand.
  • Talking about her new innings, Jessica Kam-Engle said, "It's my privilege to join the  Banijay family, and I am excited to lead the strategic expansion in South East Asia.

MSG ENTERTAINMENT AND SPHERE ENTERTAINMENT NAME LAURA FRANCO EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL COUNSEL

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) ("MSG Entertainment") and Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) today announced that Laura Franco, an accomplished executive with more than 30 years of legal experience, has been named Executive Vice President and General Counsel for both companies, effective February 20.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) ("MSG Entertainment") and Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) today announced that Laura Franco, an accomplished executive with more than 30 years of legal experience, has been named Executive Vice President and General Counsel for both companies, effective February 20.
  • She will be responsible for and direct corporate and business legal affairs for MSG Entertainment and Sphere Entertainment, including managing the development, negotiation, and execution of all material business transactions.
  • Ms. Franco will report to James L. Dolan, who serves as Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of both MSG Entertainment and Sphere Entertainment.
  • In her last role at CBS as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Ms. Franco spearheaded critical company initiatives and major company-wide corporate transactions, including CBS' merger with Viacom in 2019.

Now on reVolver Podcasts: Sound Up! With Mark Goodman and Alan Light. Your Essential Guide to All Things Music.

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

DALLAS, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prepare for an extraordinary auditory journey as reVolver Podcasts proudly introduces Sound Up! with Mark Goodman and Alan Light, a national sensation that promises to be your go-to source for insightful discussions on everything happening in the world of music. The first episode is already available for streaming or downloading. The show will publish twice a week on Monday and Thursday.

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  • with Mark Goodman and Alan Light, a national sensation that promises to be your go-to source for insightful discussions on everything happening in the world of music.
  • where the enchanting blend of music, culture, and entertainment is expertly crafted by Emmy Award-winning music journalist Alan Light and industry veteran Mark Goodman.
  • with Mark Goodman and Alan Light in the reVolver Podcasts lineup brings immense excitement to our platform.
  • reVolver Podcasts is a leading force in digital audio content, dedicated to providing diverse, innovative, and engaging podcasts across various genres.

Carole Robinson named Chief Communications Officer of Nielsen

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nielsen, the global leader in currency measurement, data and analytics, announced today that Carole Robinson has been named Chief Communications Officer, effective immediately. The announcement was made by Nielsen CEO Karthik Rao, to whom she will report.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nielsen, the global leader in currency measurement, data and analytics, announced today that Carole Robinson has been named Chief Communications Officer, effective immediately.
  • Robinson will be responsible for all of Nielsen's global communications, including external media relations, internal communications, corporate philanthropy, and executive communications for Rao and the Nielsen management team.
  • Robinson most recently served as Chief Communications Officer at Buzzfeed Inc., where she led communications efforts including building the digital media company's business narrative, and developing strategic plans for BuzzFeed's new and existing brands and businesses, revenue diversification strategy, product lines, commerce business, M&A, AI content development, and much more.
  • She was responsible for the company's media and public relations teams, as well as internal communications.

Cohen Ziffer Frenchman & McKenna Promotes Nicholas Maxwell to Partner

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Cohen Ziffer Frenchman & McKenna LLP announced today that it has promoted Nicholas R. Maxwell to partner, effective January 1, 2024.

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  • Cohen Ziffer Frenchman & McKenna LLP announced today that it has promoted Nicholas R. Maxwell to partner, effective January 1, 2024.
  • Nick becomes the second attorney Cohen Ziffer has elevated to partner since the firm launched in early 2021, a period in which Cohen Ziffer has expanded both in size and in the number of cutting-edge issues in which it is advocating for policyholders against insurance companies.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240109193861/en/
    “Nick has a passion for insurance litigation and a talent for navigating it that applies across the full spectrum of coverage disputes,” said Robin Cohen , chair of Cohen Ziffer.
  • Nick joined Cohen Ziffer shortly after its founding at the start of 2021.

Penske Media Promotes Brian Levine to Senior Vice President, Revenue Operations

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced the elevation of Brian Levine to Senior Vice President, Revenue Operations, effective immediately.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced the elevation of Brian Levine to Senior Vice President, Revenue Operations, effective immediately.
  • Brian is based in Los Angeles and will continue to report to Craig Perreault, PMC's Chief Digital Officer.
  • "I'm humbled and excited to continue my journey at PMC, particularly at this important inflection point in digital media," said Levine.
  • Prior to PMC, Brian held various digital roles at media companies such as OpenX, News Corp and Viacom.

Global Commercial Real Estate Brand SVN® Appoints New Retail Product Council Co-Chair

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Boston, MA, Dec. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SVN International Corp. (SVN), a global commercial real estate brand, is pleased to announce the appointment of Leslie Ka rr with SVN | Commercial Advisory Group as the Co-Chair of the SVN Retail Product Council.

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  • Boston, MA, Dec. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SVN International Corp. (SVN), a global commercial real estate brand, is pleased to announce the appointment of Leslie Ka rr with SVN | Commercial Advisory Group as the Co-Chair of the SVN Retail Product Council.
  • Bringing over two decades of specialized experience in retail real estate, Ms. Karr’s dynamic background reflects a profound knowledge and passion for the clients she represents.
  • “The Retail Product Council is a premier venue for the creative exchange of ideas that separate SVN Retail advisors from other retail service providers.
  • Ms. Karr is an active member of Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW), Chicago Women in Retail Leasing (WIRL), and the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC).

Sportradar Appoints Jim Bombassei as Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Finance

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Monday, December 4, 2023

NEW YORK and ST. GALLEN, Switzerland, Dec. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sportradar (NASDAQ: SRAD) today announced the appointment of Jim Bombassei as Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Finance, effective immediately.

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  • NEW YORK and ST. GALLEN, Switzerland, Dec. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sportradar (NASDAQ: SRAD) today announced the appointment of Jim Bombassei as Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Finance, effective immediately.
  • Bombassei brings significant financial and investor relations experience to the role having held senior executive positions in the media, technology and gaming industries.
  • He is a talented and respected finance executive, with a wealth of investor relations experience and a track record of success.
  • Prior to that, he spent approximately 30 years at Viacom where he led the company’s corporate finance and investor relations activities.

'THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW JERSEY' EXECUTIVE PRODUCER DOROTHY TORAN JOINS PARTNERS IN KIND PRODUCTIONS AS PRESIDENT

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Partners in Kind (PIK), a new media production company that centers storytelling at the intersection of social impact, compassion and entertainment, announced Dorothy Toran, the Emmy- and Palme d'Or-nominated executive producer, showrunner and director, as president. Toran joins PIK co-founders, philanthropists Gillian Hormel and Shelly Tygielski.

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  • Toran joins PIK co-founders, philanthropists Gillian Hormel and Shelly Tygielski.
  • She has also executive produced programming for international initiatives that amplify gender equality and women's empowerment, including The General Assembly of the United Nations on behalf of UN Women.
  • Partners in Kind recently announced its first project, the multi-part docu-series, The Beat Goes On, with executive producers Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King and Mario Van Peebles, who is also directing.
  • In a joint statement made by Hormel and Tygielski, the co-founders expressed that they are "thrilled to welcome Dorothy into the Partners in Kind family.