Scripps Networks Interactive

NJ Pesci Joins Savage as Executive Vice President and Chief People & Strategy Officer

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

SALT LAKE CITY, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Savage, a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and solutions, is pleased to welcome NJ Pesci as Executive Vice President, and Chief People and Strategy Officer.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Savage, a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and solutions, is pleased to welcome NJ Pesci as Executive Vice President, and Chief People and Strategy Officer.
  • Prior to joining Savage, Mr. Pesci was President and Founder of The Ovid Groupe, providing strategic guidance to help organizations and executives transform their businesses.
  • “NJ brings extensive experience in strategy, organizational design, and change management, and a remarkable background leading substantial People organizations,” said Kirk Aubry, Savage President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Previously, Mr. Pesci oversaw global human resources operations at SNI – one of the leading developers of lifestyle content for television and the Internet – as EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer.

WNBA legend Lisa Leslie, Scripps Network Interactive founder Susan Packard, and Estee Lauder Executive Vice President Meridith Webster deliver keynotes at Bryant University’s 27th Women's Summit®

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Established by Kati Machtley in 1997, Bryant’s Women's Summit® is the largest and longest-running event of its kind in Rhode Island and the region.

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  • Established by Kati Machtley in 1997, Bryant’s Women's Summit® is the largest and longest-running event of its kind in Rhode Island and the region.
  • It embraces women’s financial empowerment by providing attendees an opportunity for professional and personal development and networking.
  • They are just three of the dynamic women inspiring Summit-goers to move from passion to action at this day-long event.
  • In addition to keynote speakers, the Women's Summit® features 16 educational breakout sessions and a host of lively networking opportunities for attendees.

Bill Appleton retiring as Scripps' chief legal officer; Dave Giles appointed to succeed him

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Friday, January 19, 2024

CINCINNATI, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bill Appleton, chief legal officer for The E.W.

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  • CINCINNATI, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bill Appleton, chief legal officer for The E.W.
  • Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), will retire at the end of 2024, and the company has appointed Deputy General Counsel Dave Giles to replace him.
  • Appleton joined Scripps in 2008 and has counseled its leadership team on every major decision since then.
  • "Dave will work closely with Bill to ensure a smooth transition, and I know we will remain in good hands."

Anuradha Subramanian Joins The New York Times Company Board of Directors

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Monday, November 13, 2023

The New York Times Company announced today that Anuradha (Anu) B. Subramanian, chief financial officer of Bumble Inc., has been appointed to its board of directors.

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  • The New York Times Company announced today that Anuradha (Anu) B. Subramanian, chief financial officer of Bumble Inc., has been appointed to its board of directors.
  • She brings two decades of experience in key financial roles at a variety of public consumer and media companies.
  • Previously, she was the chief financial officer of digital at Univision Communications Inc. Ms. Subramanian served as chief financial officer, digital at VICE Media in 2017.
  • Prior to Scripps Networks, Ms. Subramanian worked in investment banking at Citi as part of the media and telecom group.

Dev Shah declared champion of the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee

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Friday, June 2, 2023

CINCINNATI, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dev Shah, a 14-year-old speller from Largo, Florida, is the champion of the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee.

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  • CINCINNATI, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dev Shah, a 14-year-old speller from Largo, Florida, is the champion of the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
  • Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), presented the championship trophy moments before ION signed off from the 95th Scripps National Spelling Bee.
  • "The Scripps National Spelling Bee is a familiar American experience that inspires and moves us all – it shines a spotlight on camaraderie, learning and language.
  • The 95th Scripps National Spelling Bee took place at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.

Scripps National Spelling Bee to host 231 spellers at 2023 Bee Week

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

CINCINNATI, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Scripps National Spelling Bee will welcome 231 spellers to National Harbor, Maryland, from May 30-June 1 for the national rounds of its 95th competition since being founded in 1925.

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  • CINCINNATI, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Scripps National Spelling Bee will welcome 231 spellers to National Harbor, Maryland, from May 30-June 1 for the national rounds of its 95th competition since being founded in 1925.
  • Highlights of the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee field:
    The spellers range in age from 9 to 14.
  • Nearly 80 percent – 182 spellers – are competing in their first Scripps National Spelling Bee this year.
  • Fourteen spellers are competing in their third Scripps National Spelling Bee.

TransUnion Reinforces Commitment to Media and Entertainment Business with Addition of Industry Veteran Julie Clark

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

CHICAGO, May 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) announced today that Julie Clark has been named Senior Vice President of the Media and Entertainment business .

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  • CHICAGO, May 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) announced today that Julie Clark has been named Senior Vice President of the Media and Entertainment business .
  • “Five years ago, the TransUnion leadership team and I had a vision to develop an unrivaled portfolio of data-driven marketing solutions.
  • “When it became time to bring on a new leader of the media and entertainment business, Julie was the logical choice to join TransUnion.
  • I am confident that she will effectively partner with leaders of the industry to continue the growth of our media and entertainment business.”
    In this role, Clark will set the strategic direction for how TransUnion works with the Media and Entertainment category.

Tamara Franklin Elected to Mutual of Omaha Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Tamara Franklin, who served as Chief Digital, Data and Analytics Officer at global professional services firm Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc., has been elected to the Mutual of Omaha Board of Directors, Chairman and CEO James Blackledge announced.

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  • Tamara Franklin, who served as Chief Digital, Data and Analytics Officer at global professional services firm Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc., has been elected to the Mutual of Omaha Board of Directors, Chairman and CEO James Blackledge announced.
  • Franklin has more than 25 years of experience leading digital businesses, with a focus on strategic planning, digital transformation, data analytics, business development and customer acquisition.
  • In addition to her role at Marsh & McLennan, she held senior leadership positions at IBM, Scripps Network Interactive (now Discovery, Inc.) and Time Warner, Inc.
    “Tamara Franklin brings a wealth of experience in digital business development, data analytics, digital transformation and strategic planning that will add a valuable dimension to the Mutual of Omaha Board of Directors,” Blackledge said.
  • She also serves on the Board of Directors of Genpact, Ltd.

Scripps launches plan to evolve company structure and position it to capture new growth opportunities

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Thursday, January 5, 2023

Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will restructure and reorganize to create a more nimble company to further leverage its strong position in the U.S. television ecosystem and propel its growth across new distribution platforms and emerging media marketplaces.

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  • Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will restructure and reorganize to create a more nimble company to further leverage its strong position in the U.S. television ecosystem and propel its growth across new distribution platforms and emerging media marketplaces.
  • Effective immediately, Lisa Knutson, who served as president, Scripps Networks, will assume the role of chief operating officer.
  • As precursors to today's announcement, Scripps recently launched Scripps Sports and Scripps News .
  • The company expects to provide a more detailed update on the restructuring during its February earnings reporting period.

FuboTV Announces Carriage Agreement With Scripps Networks

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Monday, December 19, 2022

FuboTV Inc. (NYSE: FUBO), the leading sports-first live TV streaming platform, announced today a multi-year distribution partnership with Scripps Networks, the national television network division of The E.W.

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  • FuboTV Inc. (NYSE: FUBO), the leading sports-first live TV streaming platform, announced today a multi-year distribution partnership with Scripps Networks, the national television network division of The E.W.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221129006107/en/
    Starting today, FuboTV subscribers can enjoy the popular Scripps networks ION, ION Mystery, ION Plus, Bounce, Grit, Newsy (becomes Scripps News on January 1) and Court TV.
  • The launch of these Scripps networks further expands FuboTV’s entertainment and news offerings, which, alongside its leading sports offering, makes Fubo a top streaming TV option for families.
  • Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.