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TUNE INTO NBC’s “THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW” WEDNESDAY, 12/17
FOR A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY ERIC BENET
(check local listings for specific time)
"THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW" WEDNESDAY, 12/17 FOR A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY ERIC BENET
EVP/CFO Patrick Walsh Named Emmis COO/CFO – Rick Cummings to lead PPM Strategy
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Newly created role will focus on leading Radio Division; Rick Cummings to lead Programming and PPM Strategy
Emmis today announced that Patrick Walsh, EVP/Chief Financial Officer, has added the responsibility of Chief Operating Officer to his role and will now oversee all domestic radio. Rick Cummings, president of the radio division since 2002, will remain with Emmis and focus once again on his passion as President of Programming for Emmis Radio. Walsh, 41, will continue to serve as Chief Financial Officer, a title he has held since September 2006. He was also appointed to Emmis’ Board of Directors. “Competing in today’s radio environment requires fresh perspectives,” Jeff Smulyan, Emmis Chairman and CEO said. “Pat will bring to our radio division what he’s learned about Emmis as CFO, but also his experience as an executive and consultant building growth businesses. Working with Rick Cummings and our managers, I’m confident Pat can provide the leadership necessary for Emmis to lead radio’s rebound.” “I look forward to working with Rick and our talented team to position Emmis Radio to be successful,” Walsh said. “I firmly believe Emmis Radio will be central to radio’s successful reinvention. These are challenging times for traditional media, but Emmis’ leading large-market brand s matter in the lives of millions of listeners and countless advertisers. I plan to work closely with our teams to find creative ways to develop and monetize our brand s in a multiplatform universe.” The moves are effective immediately. Walsh came to Emmis from iBiquity Digital Corporation, the developer and licenser of HD Radio technology, where he had served as CFO and Senior Vice President since 2002. Prior to joining iBiquity, Walsh was a management consultant for McKinsey & Company, one of the world’s top management consulting firms. His previous management experience includes positions at General Motors Acceptance Corporation and Deloitte & Touche LLP. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in accounting and finance from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Emmis Communications — Great Media, Great People, Great Service(R) Emmis is an Indianapolis-based diversified media firm with radio broadcasting, television broadcasting and magazine publishing operations. Emmis owns 21 FM and 2 AM domestic radio stations serving the nation’s largest markets of New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, as well as St. Louis, Austin, Indianapolis and Terre Haute, Ind. Emmis also owns a radio network, international radio stations, regional and specialty magazines, an interactive business and ancillary businesses in broadcast sales. Note: Certain statements included in this report or in the financial statements contained herein which are not statements of historical fact, including but not limited to those identified with the words “expect,” “will” or “look” are intended to be, and are, by this Note, identified as “forward-looking statements,” as defined in the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future result, performance or achievement expressed or implied by such forward- looking statement. Such factors include, among others: — general economic and business conditions; — fluctuations in the demand for advertising and demand for different types of advertising media; — our ability to service our outstand ing debt; — increased competition in our markets and the broadcasting industry; — our ability to attract and secure programming, on-air talent, writers and photographers; — inability to obtain (or to obtain timely) necessary approvals for purchase or sale transactions or to complete the transactions for other reasons generally beyond our control; — increases in the costs of programming, including on-air talent; — inability to grow through suitable acquisitions; — changes in audience measurement systems — new or changing regulations of the Federal Communications Commission or other governmental agencies; — competition from new or different technologies; — war, terrorist acts or political instability; and — other factors mentioned in documents filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Emmis does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements because of new information, future events or otherwise.
CBS Radio, Clear Channel in radio station swap
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CBS Radio, a unit of media company CBS Corp., said Monday it will swap five mid-size market radio stations for two of Clear Channel Communications Inc. large-market stations. The deal, which helps CBS in its attempt to concentrate primarily on large markets, satisfies some Department of Justice conditions related to Clear Channel’s acquisition by Thomas H. Lee Partners LP and Bain Capital Partners LLC Clear Channel was bought by Bain Capital Partners and Thomas H. Lee Partners in July in a deal valued at $17.9 billion plus $5.9 billion in debt. As part of the transaction, Clear Channel will take CBS Radio’s Seattle, Baltimore and Sacramento, Calif., radio stations as well as two stations in Portland , Ore. CBS Radio will receive two stations in Houston.Shares of CBS added a penny to $8.21 in morning trading. 
2nd Hoilday Praise (103.) concert featured performances by Mary Mary, Deitrick Haddon, Kierra “KiKi” Sheard, James Fotune, Lisa Page Brooks and more
Radio Facts: Praise 103.9 Philadelphia’s Inspiration Station presented its 2nd annual Hoilday Praise concert which featured performances by Mary Mary, Deitrick Haddon, Kierra “KiKi” Sheard, James Fotune, Lisa Page Brooks, The Murrills and more!
Picture 131292: Columbia Recording Artist Mary Mary perfom their hit “yesterday “
Picture 131162: Columbia Records Recording Artist Mary Mary & Praise 103.9 Mid-Day Personality, Lonnie Hunter
Picture 131335: Mary Mary closes the show perfoming their hit “Heaven” (Pictured left to right) Mary Mary’s Erica Campbell, Lisa Page Brooks (Back) Deitrick Haddon & Mary Mary’s Tina Campbell.
Picture 130871: Lisa Page Brooks of the Group Witness
Picture 131038: Zomba Gospel Recording Artist Deitrick Haddon
Picture 130985: Concert attendees enjoy the show
Picture 131005: EMI Gospel Recording Artist Kierra “KiKi” Sheard
2nd Hoilday Praise (103.) concert featured performances by Mary Mary, Deitrick Haddon, Kierra "KiKi" Sheard, James Fotune, Lisa Page Brooks and more
Radio Facts: Praise 103.9 Philadelphia’s Inspiration Station presented its 2nd annual Hoilday Praise concert which featured performances by Mary Mary, Deitrick Haddon, Kierra “KiKi” Sheard, James Fotune, Lisa Page Brooks, The Murrills and more!
Picture 131292: Columbia Recording Artist Mary Mary perfom their hit “yesterday “
Picture 131162: Columbia Records Recording Artist Mary Mary & Praise 103.9 Mid-Day Personality, Lonnie Hunter
Picture 131335: Mary Mary closes the show perfoming their hit “Heaven” (Pictured left to right) Mary Mary’s Erica Campbell, Lisa Page Brooks (Back) Deitrick Haddon & Mary Mary’s Tina Campbell.
Picture 130871: Lisa Page Brooks of the Group Witness
Picture 131038: Zomba Gospel Recording Artist Deitrick Haddon
Picture 130985: Concert attendees enjoy the show
Picture 131005: EMI Gospel Recording Artist Kierra “KiKi” Sheard
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BET Networks Kicks Off Inauguration Weekend With 'THE BET HONORS' and Hosts Its First-Ever Inaugural Ball
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Hosted by Actress Gabrielle Union, “THE bet HONORS” Recognizes the Accomplishments of Tyler Perry, Mary J. Blige, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, B. Smith, Judith Jamison and Congressman James E. Clyburn
Inaugural Ball to Support America’s Promise Alliance and Washington, D.C.’s Dunbar High School And the Duke Ellington School of the Arts
bet Networks kicks off the inaugural festivities in Washington, D.C., with the second annual bet HONORS on Saturday, January 17 and concludes with BET’s first-ever Inaugural Ball on Tuesday, January 20.
Hosted by world renowned actress Gabrielle Union, THE bet HONORS will celebrate legendary songstress Mary J. Blige (Entertainment), groundbreaking filmmaker Tyler Perry (Media), celebrated dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison (Education), businessman, philanthropist and basketball legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson (Corporate Citizen), entrepreneur extraordinaire B. Smith (Entrepreneur), and the Honorable Congressman James E. Clyburn (Public Service). The second annual event will take place at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, January 17 and premiere on the network during
Black History Month on Monday, February 9 at 9:00 p.m.*
“We are thrilled to kick off this historic inauguration weekend with the return of THE bet HONORS, a truly inspirational event that pays tribute to extraordinary individuals in our community,” said Debra L. Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, bet Networks. “And it couldn’t have worked out more perfectly that THE bet HONORS and the Inauguration are happening within days of each other, as President-elect Barack Obama epitomizes all that we had in mind when we first put this show together. I’m certain that this year’s bet HONORS will be even more poignant and powerful than we could have ever imagined.”
“THE bet HONORS recognizes excellence in achievement and celebrates inspiration,” said Stephen Hill, President of Programming, bet Networks. “Last year’s inaugural show had a number of leave-your-seat performances dedicated to our honorees. This year, we’re finding new ways to musically pay tribute so look forward to fresh, unforgettable moments. The pride will show.”
During the historic weekend and following THE BET HONORS, BET Networks will host its first-ever Inaugural Ball and will air a one-hour special, YES WE WILL! BET’S INAUGURAL CELEBRATION, on BET on Tuesday, January 20. Taking place at the Mand arin Oriental hotel, the Ball will be in support of our next generation of national and local leaders, with proceeds benefiting America’s Promise Alliance, the nation’s largest non-profit alliance dedicated to the well-being of children and youth founded by Colin and Alma Powell.
Additionally, the Ball will support two institutions that are committed to the education and advancement of today’s youth in Washington, D.C. – Dunbar High School and the Duke Ellington School of the Arts.
“As we celebrate this historic inauguration and begin a new chapter in our nation’s history, it’s important that we stay focused on our most precious resource — our children and youth,” said Alma J. Powell, chair, America’s Promise Alliance. “We are deeply honored to partner with BET to raise awareness of the challenges facing our young people — and applaud those making a positive difference in their communities. We cannot afford to stand still as more than a million students drop out of high school every year.”
About THE BET HONORS
Last year’s honorees included Alicia Keys, Tyra Banks, Dr. Cornel West, Richard Parsons, the Honorable Maxine Waters and Janice Bryant Howroyd. Hosted by Cedric “The Entertainer,” the first annual event boasted performances and presentations by Stevie Wonder, Jill Scott, Wyclef Jean, Gladys Knight, Brian McKnight, Blair Underwood and Vivica A. Fox, just to name a few.
Stephen Hill, President of Programming, BET Networks, and Lynne Harris Taylor, Vice President of Specials, BET Networks, are the show’s executive producers, along with John Cossette of John Cossette Productions.
For up-to-the-minute and archival press information including releases and photographs, visit BET’s press-only Web site at www.bet.com/pr.
BET Networks Kicks Off Inauguration Weekend With ‘THE BET HONORS’ and Hosts Its First-Ever Inaugural Ball
The Industry Dot Biz:
Hosted by Actress Gabrielle Union, “THE bet HONORS” Recognizes the Accomplishments of Tyler Perry, Mary J. Blige, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, B. Smith, Judith Jamison and Congressman James E. Clyburn
Inaugural Ball to Support America’s Promise Alliance and Washington, D.C.’s Dunbar High School And the Duke Ellington School of the Arts
bet Networks kicks off the inaugural festivities in Washington, D.C., with the second annual bet HONORS on Saturday, January 17 and concludes with BET’s first-ever Inaugural Ball on Tuesday, January 20.
Hosted by world renowned actress Gabrielle Union, THE bet HONORS will celebrate legendary songstress Mary J. Blige (Entertainment), groundbreaking filmmaker Tyler Perry (Media), celebrated dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison (Education), businessman, philanthropist and basketball legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson (Corporate Citizen), entrepreneur extraordinaire B. Smith (Entrepreneur), and the Honorable Congressman James E. Clyburn (Public Service). The second annual event will take place at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, January 17 and premiere on the network during
Black History Month on Monday, February 9 at 9:00 p.m.*
“We are thrilled to kick off this historic inauguration weekend with the return of THE bet HONORS, a truly inspirational event that pays tribute to extraordinary individuals in our community,” said Debra L. Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, bet Networks. “And it couldn’t have worked out more perfectly that THE bet HONORS and the Inauguration are happening within days of each other, as President-elect Barack Obama epitomizes all that we had in mind when we first put this show together. I’m certain that this year’s bet HONORS will be even more poignant and powerful than we could have ever imagined.”
“THE bet HONORS recognizes excellence in achievement and celebrates inspiration,” said Stephen Hill, President of Programming, bet Networks. “Last year’s inaugural show had a number of leave-your-seat performances dedicated to our honorees. This year, we’re finding new ways to musically pay tribute so look forward to fresh, unforgettable moments. The pride will show.”
During the historic weekend and following THE BET HONORS, BET Networks will host its first-ever Inaugural Ball and will air a one-hour special, YES WE WILL! BET’S INAUGURAL CELEBRATION, on BET on Tuesday, January 20. Taking place at the Mand arin Oriental hotel, the Ball will be in support of our next generation of national and local leaders, with proceeds benefiting America’s Promise Alliance, the nation’s largest non-profit alliance dedicated to the well-being of children and youth founded by Colin and Alma Powell.
Additionally, the Ball will support two institutions that are committed to the education and advancement of today’s youth in Washington, D.C. – Dunbar High School and the Duke Ellington School of the Arts.
“As we celebrate this historic inauguration and begin a new chapter in our nation’s history, it’s important that we stay focused on our most precious resource — our children and youth,” said Alma J. Powell, chair, America’s Promise Alliance. “We are deeply honored to partner with BET to raise awareness of the challenges facing our young people — and applaud those making a positive difference in their communities. We cannot afford to stand still as more than a million students drop out of high school every year.”
About THE BET HONORS
Last year’s honorees included Alicia Keys, Tyra Banks, Dr. Cornel West, Richard Parsons, the Honorable Maxine Waters and Janice Bryant Howroyd. Hosted by Cedric “The Entertainer,” the first annual event boasted performances and presentations by Stevie Wonder, Jill Scott, Wyclef Jean, Gladys Knight, Brian McKnight, Blair Underwood and Vivica A. Fox, just to name a few.
Stephen Hill, President of Programming, BET Networks, and Lynne Harris Taylor, Vice President of Specials, BET Networks, are the show’s executive producers, along with John Cossette of John Cossette Productions.
For up-to-the-minute and archival press information including releases and photographs, visit BET’s press-only Web site at www.bet.com/pr.