Spanish Broadcasting System

COCINA'S Parent Company MECENAS Taps Industry Veteran Andrew Polsky as EVP Revenue and Brand Strategy Amidst Growth Surge

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- COCINA's parent company, minority owned and operated, MECENAS, a preeminent full-stack media company, today announced the appointment of Andrew Polsky as Executive Vice President of Revenue and Brand Strategy. Polsky, a seasoned executive with extensive experience in multicultural digital media, joins MECENAS at a pivotal time to help position the company and all its units into its next phase of sustained growth.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- COCINA 's parent company, minority owned and operated, MECENAS , a preeminent full-stack media company, today announced the appointment of Andrew Polsky as Executive Vice President of Revenue and Brand Strategy.
  • Polsky, a seasoned executive with extensive experience in multicultural digital media, joins MECENAS at a pivotal time to help position the company and all its units into its next phase of sustained growth.
  • "I am truly honored and excited to join my former colleagues and good friends Emi, Fede, Sarah, and the exceptional team at MECENAS," said Polsky.
  • We are confident Andrew will play a pivotal role in advancing MECENAS' revenue streams while strengthening our brand strategy."

Voz Media Acquires MegaTV from Spanish Broadcasting System

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

DALLAS, Feb. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voz Media announced today the acquisition of MegaTV business from Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) for a total acquisition price of $64 million USD.

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  • DALLAS, Feb. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voz Media announced today the acquisition of MegaTV business from Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) for a total acquisition price of $64 million USD.
  • "It is an honor for Voz Media to be selected to continue the work and tradition started by Raul Alarcon and MegaTV in the Spanish-language television media market.
  • We take seriously the challenge of moving MegaTV forward in both reach and content as we continue to serve Spanish speakers across the United States," said Orlando Salazar, CEO of Voz Media.
  • "We couldn't be prouder of the fact that the legacy of MegaTV will continue under the leadership of another Hispanic-Owned media company," said Albert Rodriguez, COO/President of Spanish Broadcasting System.

South Florida Based Production Company Light F/X Pros Announces Expansion With The Official Launch of Light F/X Studios Complex

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Wednesday, December 28, 2022

MIAMI, Dec. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With 2022 coming to an end, South Florida based production company Light F/X Pros announced an expansion with the official launch of Light F/X Studios Complex. Light F/X has become one of the most acclaimed production companies in the market to date, within a very specific niche. The launch event took place with a star-studded by invitation only red-carpet event just in time to ring in the holiday festivities.

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  • MIAMI, Dec. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With 2022 coming to an end, South Florida based production company Light F/X Pros announced an expansion with the official launch of Light F/X Studios Complex.
  • Light F/X has become one of the most acclaimed production companies in the market to date, within a very specific niche.
  • The launch event took place with a star-studded by invitation only red-carpet event just in time to ring in the holiday festivities.
  • Light F/X Studios Complex is located at 7261 NW 43rd St, Miami, Florida 33166, United States

SPANISH BROADCASTING SYSTEM FIRST-EVER REPORT SHOWS ADDED VALUE OF INVESTING IN HISPANIC-OWNED AND TARGETED RADIO

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022

MIAMI, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) today announced the release of a comprehensive report and marketer's guide to investing in premium, Hispanic-owned and targeted audio content.

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  • MIAMI, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) today announced the release of a comprehensive report and marketer's guide to investing in premium, Hispanic-owned and targeted audio content.
  • The report, in collaboration with Nielsen, marks the first-ever analysis demonstrating the outsized value of investing in Hispanic-owned media that delivers targeted and authentic Latino content.
  • Latino collective buying power rose by nearly 90% between 2010 and 2020, and is currently estimated at almost $2 trillion.
  • SBS also operates AIRE Radio Networks, a national radio platform of over 290 affiliated stations reaching 95% of the U.S. Hispanic audience.

ALBERT RODRIGUEZ, PRESIDENT & COO OF SPANISH BROADCASTING SYSTEM IS INDUCTED TO THE AMERICAN ADVERTISING FEDERATION (AAF)

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

MIAMI, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) announced today that Albert Rodriguez, President & Chief Operating Officer has been inducted to the American Advertising Federation (AAF).

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  • MIAMI, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) announced today that Albert Rodriguez, President & Chief Operating Officer has been inducted to the American Advertising Federation (AAF).
  • With the induction into the AAF, Mr. Rodriguez has demonstrated his leadership abilities in the field of technology and advertising.
  • Throughout his career, he has promoted and celebrated diversity in advertising and has helped address many community issues.
  • "The AAF is excited to add Spanish Broadcasting System to our roster of World Class Corporate Members which includes the Nation's most recognizable Brands, Agencies, Media Companies, AdTech & MarTech and Social Media.

SBS PRESENTS FREE CONCERT FOR TAMPA LISTENERS OF NEW HISPANIC STATION WSUN-FM

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A total of 13,000 fans of WSUN-FM (El Zol 97.1) in Tampa were on hand last Saturday to see the "King of Bachata", Romeo Santos, perform his greatest hits as well as a selection of songs from his new album "Fórmula, Vol. 3" as the Amalie Arena was full to capacity for the unprecedented music event.

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  • But best of all, the concert was totally FREE for all attendees, courtesy of El Zol 97.1, Tampa's new Hispanic radio competitor, an SBS owned-and-operated FM facility.
  • "For the first time in its 40-year history, SBS undertook to produce a FREE arena concert as part of the kickoff of its debut El Zol format in Tampa.
  • Listeners simply had to listen to the station to win their tickets", commented Alessandra Alarcon, the President of SBS Entertainment.
  • UP NEXT: Another FREE concert for the listeners of WPYO-FM, (El Zol 95.3) in Orlando, featuring Reggaeton sensation Rauw Alejandro, on November 20th at the Amway Arena.

MAIRE MASON TAKES ON AN ADDITIONAL ROLE IN SPANISH BROADCASTING SYSTEM, INC. AS VP GENERAL MANAGER OF CHICAGO'S WLEY-FM

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

MIAMI, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. today announced that Maire Mason, VP General Manager of New York properties, WSKQ-FM & WPAT FM was named VP General Manager of Chicago's WLEY-FM. In this additional role, Maire will be responsible for leading a team of sales managers and salespeople, overseeing all operations, and developing an infrastructure that will support & optimize revenue. 

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  • MAIRE ALSO HOLDS THE TITLE OF VP GENERAL MANAGER OF NEW YORK PROPERTIES, WSKQ-FM & WPAT FM
    MIAMI, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. today announced that Maire Mason, VP General Manager of New York properties, WSKQ-FM & WPAT FM was named VP General Manager of Chicago's WLEY-FM.
  • In this additional role, Maire will be responsible for leading a team of sales managers and salespeople, overseeing all operations, and developing an infrastructure that will support & optimize revenue.
  • Maire joined SBS in February 2018 as VP General Manager of New York from Cumulus Media where she launched NASH-FM, the first country music station in the market.
  • With over 30+ years of management experience, Maire's early background includes a twenty-year tenure at CBS, Radio as VP General Manager of WCBS-FM, WXRK-FM & WNEW-FM.

Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) announces Dara Kalvort as the VP of Digital Sales and Strategy for the new Pure Play Digital Department, Digidea

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

MIAMI, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc, (SBS) (OTC Pink: SBSAA), names Dara Kalvort as the VP of Digital Sales and Strategy for the new Pure Play Digital Department, Digidea.

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  • MIAMI, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc, (SBS) (OTC Pink: SBSAA), names Dara Kalvort as the VP of Digital Sales and Strategy for the new Pure Play Digital Department, Digidea.
  • Last month, SBS announced its entrance into the world of digital marketing solutions with the launch of its newly created pure-play digital marketing department, DigIdea, Digital Marketing Solutions.
  • Dara is a 20-year+ media and sales industry veteran spending the past decade dedicated to helping both media organizations and their clients grow and learn in the world of digital marketing.
  • "I am beyond grateful for this opportunity to build out the pure play digital department, Digidea Digital Marketing Solutions for Spanish Broadcast Systems.

SPANISH BROADCASTING SYSTEM NAMES FERNANDO BAUERMEISTER AS GENERAL MANAGER OF WPYO-FM ORLANDO & WSUN-FM TAMPA

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Monday, September 19, 2022

MIAMI, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) named Fernando Bauermeister as General Manager of "El Nuevo Zol 95.3FM" - WPYO-FM Orlando and "El Nuevo Zol 97.1FM" -WSUN-FM Tampa. With over 25 years experience as a media sales professional, Bauermeister formed part of the SBS family in Puerto Rico from 1995-2005. 

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  • MIAMI, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) named Fernando Bauermeister as General Manager of "El Nuevo Zol 95.3FM" - WPYO-FM Orlando and "El Nuevo Zol 97.1FM" -WSUN-FM Tampa.
  • For the last 18 years, Mr. Bauermeister has successfully launched a variety of radio stations in the Orlando and Tampa markets.
  • "Fernando is a valuable asset to our company, he has extensive experience in the audio market, specifically in the Orlando and Tampa area.
  • Fernando's vast experience in radio, has allowed him to achieve great success with the two newest SBS stations in Orlando and Tampa.

Spanish Broadcasting System Promotes Tomas N. Regalado to VP of Corporate and Government Affairs / Senior Advisor to The Office of The President and COO

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

MIAMI, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) - Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) elevates Tomas N. Regalado to Vice President of Corporate and Government Affairs / Senior Advisor to The Office of The President and COO.

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  • MIAMI, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the "Company" or "SBS") (OTC Pink: SBSAA) - Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) elevates Tomas N. Regalado to Vice President of Corporate and Government Affairs / Senior Advisor to The Office of The President and COO.
  • "Tomas has proven to be an invaluable contributor to SBS, and we welcome him to his new and expanded role," said President and COO Albert Rodriguez.
  • "I worked alongside Tomas for many years and his passion for our company, our strategy, and the Latino communities we serve around the nation is unmatched.
  • I know he will be an even more tremendous asset to SBS in his new capacity and look forward to his many contributions to SBS."