Sinclair Broadcast Group

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is a leading television media company in the United States, operating a large portfolio of television stations. The company owns and operates 191 stations across 89 markets, delivering a diverse range of programming that includes network-affiliated shows, locally-produced news, local sporting events, and syndicated entertainment. Sinclair's reach encompasses approximately 35% of U.S. television households, featuring affiliations with major networks like FOX, ABC, CBS, NBC, and more. In addition to its broadcasting operations, Sinclair owns the Tennis Channel and various regional sports networks that have exclusive rights to air games for numerous professional sports teams. The company also offers digital agency services, broadcast technical services, and manufactures broadcast systems. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland, Sinclair Broadcast Group continues to expand its influence within the media landscape through strategic investments and comprehensive programming.

Todd Bernstein

Vice President and General Manager

Jason Chavis

Vice President and General Manager

Jim Doty

VP and GM

Kevin Dunaway

Vice President and General Manager

Shuneca Collins Harrington

Vice President and General Manager

Scott Livingston

Senior Vice President, News

Delbert Parks III

President, Technology

Robert P Richardson

Vice President and General Manager

Christopher Ripley

CEO and President

Jason Wildenstein

Vice President and General Manager

Past deals in Media

Run3TV

Corporate Round in 2024
Run3TV is a TV web platform for broadcasters that uses NEXTGEN TV's ATSC 3.0 A/344 Interactive Broadcast Standard to enhance local news, sports, and entertainment viewing experiences. NEXTGEN TV applications enable broadcasters to directly engage with viewers, boost engagement, and generate new revenue sources.

ZypMedia

Acquisition in 2021
ZypMedia, Inc., also known as ZypTV, operates a demand-side platform that facilitates connections between advertisers and audiences on streaming television. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in New York City, New Delhi, and Saint Petersburg, ZypMedia provides products such as ZypTV Enterprise and ZypTV Self-Serve, which cater to local streaming TV advertising. The company serves local media companies, media buying agencies, and brands aiming to reach local audiences at scale. By leveraging machine learning alongside human expertise, ZypMedia offers a comprehensive digital advertising technology platform designed to enhance local-focused advertising efforts. Its innovative tools help clients bridge the gap between traditional and digital media, enabling them to expand their reach and increase revenue in a rapidly changing media landscape.

Tribune Media

Acquisition in 2017
Tribune Media Company is a diversified media and entertainment organization based in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1847, it operates 42 local television stations, which include affiliates of major networks such as FOX, CBS, ABC, and NBC, along with independent stations. The company also features WGN America, a national entertainment cable network, and operates digital multicast networks like Antenna TV and THIS TV. In addition to its broadcasting operations, Tribune Media manages WGN 720 AM, a radio station in Chicago, and has a portfolio of significant daily newspapers, including the Los Angeles Times and the Chicago Tribune. The company was previously known as Tribune Company until its rebranding in 2014 and is currently a subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group.

Bonten Media Group

Acquisition in 2017
Bonten Media Group Inc. is a New York-based company that owns and operates a network of local television stations across the United States, delivering entertainment and news programming to viewers while offering marketing services to advertisers. Founded in 2006, Bonten operates full-power, low-power, and digital multicast television services. The company's portfolio includes stations in several states, including Tennessee, Virginia, North Carolina, California, Texas, and Montana. Bonten is committed to building and maintaining strong local news products and brands, actively responding to the needs of audiences in each market. The company places significant emphasis on providing timely and accurate weather information, along with trustworthy coverage of vital local news events. Bonten Media Group also prides itself on offering sound marketing advice to advertisers, regardless of their budget size, enhancing the value of local television in the advertising landscape. As of September 2017, Bonten operates as a subsidiary of Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc.

ZypMedia

Series B in 2015
ZypMedia, Inc., also known as ZypTV, operates a demand-side platform that facilitates connections between advertisers and audiences on streaming television. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in New York City, New Delhi, and Saint Petersburg, ZypMedia provides products such as ZypTV Enterprise and ZypTV Self-Serve, which cater to local streaming TV advertising. The company serves local media companies, media buying agencies, and brands aiming to reach local audiences at scale. By leveraging machine learning alongside human expertise, ZypMedia offers a comprehensive digital advertising technology platform designed to enhance local-focused advertising efforts. Its innovative tools help clients bridge the gap between traditional and digital media, enabling them to expand their reach and increase revenue in a rapidly changing media landscape.

Max Media Properties

Acquisition in 1997
The Max Media television stations WKEF-TV in Dayton and WEMT-TV in TriCities have overlapping service areas with Sinclair's WSTR-TV.
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