The Broadcasting+Cable Hall of Fame, the premier industry event paying tribute to the innovators within broadcast, cable, and streaming television, has announced that Rob Weisbord, Sinclair’s COO and President of Local Media, will be inducted into its class of 2025.
The 33rd annual gala will be held on Tuesday, September 30, at New York’s Ziegfeld Ballroom.
Weisbord joined Sinclair in 1997 and has steadily risen through the ranks, playing a pivotal role in the company’s growth and success. He is responsible for operations across the company’s 185 owned and operated television stations in 86 markets, overseeing local broadcast operations as well as revenue for all Sinclair divisions, including Tennis Channel, multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD/ROAR, and The Nest, as well as the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. Weisbord also oversees Compulse, Sinclair’s marketing technology and managed services company. He focuses on advanced revenue solutions and analytics while also exploring strategic partnerships and potential acquisitions.
“I am truly honored to be inducted into the Broadcasting+Cable Hall of Fame alongside so many esteemed industry leaders,” said Rob Weisbord. “This recognition is a testament to the incredible teams I have had the privilege to work with at Sinclair and the dedication they bring every day to innovation and excellence. I look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of our industry and delivering value to our audiences and partners.”
Chris Ripley, President and CEO of Sinclair, Inc., praised Weisbord’s contributions, stating: “Rob has been an integral part of Sinclair’s growth and transformation for nearly 30 years. His leadership, strategic vision, and commitment to innovation have propelled our company forward, enhancing the way we serve our communities and partners. His induction into the Broadcasting+Cable Hall of Fame is a well-earned recognition of his impact on the industry.”
The Broadcasting+Cable Hall of Fame class of 2025 joins the ranks of over 400 honorees. To view the new class of inductees, visit https://www.bchalloffame.com.
About Sinclair:
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD/ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
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