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My former small team’s very important work exposing system failures seen during Hurricane Ian’s evacuation won best medium market Investigation at the Florida Association of Broadcast Journalists awards. Weeks after also being honored as part of one of journalism’s most prestigious awards, as an IRE finalist, I’m going to once again use our entry’s description to individualy recognize the important team work: After 72 people died in Lee Co., FL following Hurricane Ian, the WFTX investigative unit went searching for answers. Based on reconstructing a series of records requests, what would end up being a 7 mo. investigation showed how Lee Co. leaders didn’t follow their own emergency management plan & procedures. This resulted in delays in evacuation orders being issued, leaving people an inadequate amount of time to make an informed decision. Less than 2 weeks after the investigation aired the Lee Co. manager announced his retirement. Assistant News Director Matthew Simon functioned as the project’s executive producer overseeing and partnering with Specialty Producer Molly Atchison to report out the story’s initial research and records requests. Matthew Simon and Molly Atchison also worked with the legal team compelling the county to produce records after months of delays, showing how county leaders were communicating during the critical time between FL’s State of Emergency being issued Fri. & Lee Co.'s evacuation orders being issued Tues. Matthew Simon & Molly Atchison then worked with Meteorologists Katie Walls & Andrew Shipotofsky who analyzed weather data, including Katie Walls confirming storm surge data showing, under the county’s plan, the evacuation should've been issued as early at 11 p.m. Sun. Once Molly Atchison & Matthew Simon assembled all the data, Anchor Nadeen Yanes was brought into be the project’s investigative reporter, securing interviews with survivors; a county manager accountability interview & a county commissioner solutions-based interview. Nadeen Yanes’ reporting exposed how survivors felt the county's less urgent messaging, tone & timeline, compared to previous storms, made it more difficult to make an evacuation decision. Nadeen Yanes also showed how the county manager had difficulty explaining his answer, the timing was 'really very good,' when storm surge was reported about 15 hours after all evacuations. Nadeen Yanes also worked with Katie Walls & Andrew Shipotofsky to secure weather expert interviews who said evacuations should've been called sooner. Nadeen Yanes, Molly Atchison & Matthew Simon worked in tandem to draft the story’s copy & work with the legal team on approval. While also working with Senior Editors Mason Hawk, Austin Schargorodski & Chief Photojournalist Andy Cunningham, who also shot much of the piece’s video, on editing the pieces as parts and eventually bringing them together to form the full story. Photojournalist Karan Deardorff also shot the survivor portion of the story on Ft. Myers Beach.

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In 1519, Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés led 600 men to the coast of Mexico to conquer the Aztec Empire.   Upon arriving, Cortés realized his forces were vastly outnumbered by the Aztecs.   Fully committed to the mission and to eliminate any thoughts of retreat, Cortés ordered his ships to be burned.   Cortés removed the option of retreat and forced his men to fully commit to the mission ahead. The only way for his men to survive and return home was to win.   Where in your work or life are you feeling you may be at the point of no return?   Do you need to “burn the ships?”   What course of action do you need to take that will eliminate any possibility of retreat?

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#PODCAST RECORDING AT EVENTS is really a thing! We're proving it at the #WTSAC2024 conference, put on by WTS International. What a great event! This setup is in the Exhibit Hall where all of the vendors/exhibitors are... and the sound is NO PROBLEM. Our technicians and our tech make incredibly great recordings from even this noisy environment. Our client is DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) - and they are capturing a lot of great content for the upcoming podcast of their CEO Nadine S. Lee. (She's such a natural interviewer and is passionate about the #transportation industry... it's going to be a GREAT show. Watch for it to debut late summer or early fall). How might YOU use a Mobile Podcast Studio at YOUR event? Here are some use-cases... 🔹 Use it to capture audio/video for YOUR podcast. 🔹 Make it a "registration upgrade" so attendees can use it however they please. 🔹 Capture attendee interviews to promote your event in the future. 🔹 Use it for industry research, interviewing job candidates, etc. so you can share the conversation with your team back home! What other ways can YOU think of for this kind of recording studio? And the best part... You can get other people to pay for it (sponsorships... in a handful of ways). Ask me if you'd like details. #podcasting #events #eventplanning #tradeshows #conferences

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Why Rubio Long Snapping? —— - Actual results - The best instruction from the most experienced staff - The most exposure and the best atmosphere for a Long Snapper AND their families —— All information is on RubioLongSnapping.com. #RubioFamily | #ToeTheLine

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#TalkBackToTelevision, sponsored by Operative and Leap Media Group LLC welcomes Jon Giegengack from our sponsor Hub Entertainment Research. We dig into the @YouTube question, which is actually a lot more complex than it looks on the surface. YouTube’s free #TrojanHorse platform certainly draws in millions of viewers. But do they have the #will, the #desire and the TV #MarketingChops to exploit that and drive subscription content for their own premium services and for those of their partners?

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If you want to level up your advertising game with Hispanic-American audiences, a great bet is to get your game on! At 22 million gamers, Hispanic people make up an enormous 10% of the gaming market. Combine that with knowing that 76% of Americans under 18 play video games. There are huge opportunities to be found not just in understanding their passion for gaming, but in getting your ads into their games themselves. In-game advertising is rapidly growing both because of audience size and because of increased audience engagement. When a gamer's locked into their game, an in-game ad will be that much more engaging! Talk to me in private if you'd like to know more about how in-game advertising can help your brand. #ingameadvertising #digitaladvertising #ShowHeroesGroup

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Did you know that 50% of Hispanic voters are more likely to be crossover voters this election cycle? That's nearly 20% higher than non-hispanics. TelevisaUnivision has the power to engage Hispanic voters like no other media platform. Let's connect to ensure your campaigns have the tools they need to persuade and WIN Hispanic voters this year.

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Oscar Munoz - leader, entrepreneur, mentor and proud Latino. Thank you to Oscar for joining us to talk about his career, path to success and authentic leadership. One key piece of advice on finding success: truly knowing yourself. What are your strengths and weaknesses? Where do you get the most energy from? Big shout out to my colleagues Brandon Gomez and Silvana Henao for moderating the conversation. They're part of the reason why CNBC is the best in business news. #Unidos@NBCUniversal

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Ever wondered why video is such a game-changer for marketing today? Think about it – people are always glued to their screens, scrolling through endless content. Now, imagine catching their eye with a killer video that tells your story. That’s where Bonomotion comes in. With 20 years of rocking the Miami video production scene, Bonomotion knows the ins and outs of video production like no one else. From creating eye-popping visuals to delivering your message with flair, we’ve got it all covered. Trust us, this is the spot if you’re looking to transform your business through top-notch videos. Ready to dive in? Let’s break down what makes Bonomotion the best in the biz. 😎 🎥 🥇

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Deven Rodriguez was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He is the CEO of Podcastguest.io, helping high-level entrepreneurs get more exposure and visibility without having to spend money on traditional advertising. His clients have included some of the biggest names in entrepreneurship and personal development. We discussed how to get on top podcasts even if no one knows who you are, elements of great guest pitches and terrible ones, reasons why paying to be on podcasts might actually be a good idea, and how to turn your podcast interview into a selling mechanism. In addition, we discussed crafting an effective call-to-action that can increase engagement after the interview is done, the art of great storytelling, and his favorite case studies with clients. See the first comment to hear the show.

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Time to #flip the #calendar over to #May. Are you looking at how your #sales ended in April? Looking for a way to boost them in May? Add DIRECTV for Business to your #technology sales to add to the #TopLine. Here are just a fraction of what your #clients and their #customers might be watching this month. #solutionsprovider #technologyadvisors #ITManagement #ITManagedServices #technologysolutions

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#TalkBackToTelevision, sponsored by Hub Entertainment Research, Operative and Leap Media Group LLC, welcomes Ethan Heftman, Chief Revenue Officer of Ampersand, the joint venture of Charter Communications, Comcast and Cox Communications. I was surprised to learn that Ampersand’s inventory accessing over 117M households allows buyers to tap into not only the linear supply of their ownership and affiliate partners, but their streaming supply as well. As important to the cross-screen reach Ampersand provides advertisers are the viewership data insights that come from the direct relationship the operator maintains with each subscriber. Those data insights households contribute to Ampersand’s staggering 75% coverage of US addressable households.

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https://lnkd.in/e_qKgZQH Host Zeus Cruz of Olympian Multimedia presents a brand new segment entitled Enterprise Talk of the Mind, where he, Sandrea Flowers of Wordsmith Resource LLC and Eric Maywar of Classic Books & Gifts discuss various aspects of business such as how to develop a business plan, understanding what is capital and how to create a budget from it, the importance of setting realistic goals for your business, and how to sustain success long term. A must see for up and coming entrepreneurs!

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MASTERING MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS WORKSHOP I'm excited to announce my upcoming "Master Media and Communications" workshop at the Palm Beach Photographic Centre in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Wednesday, August 14! Join me for a dynamic one-day workshop where you'll learn powerful strategies to elevate your media presence and storytelling skills. Here's what you can expect: 1: Tell Me a Story: Master the art of storytelling to capture media attention and leave a lasting impression. 2: Quality Content is King: Understand why high-quality content is crucial for media exposure. 3: Crafting Captivating Stories: Learn techniques to create compelling narratives that captivate media outlets, readers, and listeners. 4: Developing a Media Narrative: Transform yourself, your service, your product, or your company into a story that resonates with the media and public. 5: Collaborating with Media Outlets: Learn how to work with media to expand your coverage and distribution. 6: Combining Images and Words: Integrate visual and textual elements to create impactful media appearances. 7: Leveraging Media Appearances: Discover strategies to turn one media opportunity into multiple features across various platforms. With over 50 magazine covers and hundreds of articles published nationally and internationally, my journey has taught me what it takes to stand out in the media. My experiences in television commercials and features in over 200 media outlets globally will provide you with invaluable insights. Don't miss this chance to transform your media and communications strategy and make a lasting impact! Register now. https://lnkd.in/et8MaqxA

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MASTERING MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS WORKSHOP I'm excited to announce my upcoming "Master Media and Communications" workshop at the Palm Beach Photographic Centre in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Wednesday, August 14! Join me for a dynamic one-day workshop where you'll learn powerful strategies to elevate your media presence and storytelling skills. Here's what you can expect: 1: Tell Me a Story: Master the art of storytelling to capture media attention and leave a lasting impression. 2: Quality Content is King: Understand why high-quality content is crucial for media exposure. 3: Crafting Captivating Stories: Learn techniques to create compelling narratives that captivate media outlets, readers, and listeners. 4: Developing a Media Narrative: Transform yourself, your service, your product, or your company into a story that resonates with the media and public. 5: Collaborating with Media Outlets: Learn how to work with media to expand your coverage and distribution. 6: Combining Images and Words: Integrate visual and textual elements to create impactful media appearances. 7: Leveraging Media Appearances: Discover strategies to turn one media opportunity into multiple features across various platforms. With over 50 magazine covers and hundreds of articles published nationally and internationally, my journey has taught me what it takes to stand out in the media. My experiences in television commercials and features in over 200 media outlets globally will provide you with invaluable insights. Don't miss this chance to transform your media and communications strategy and make a lasting impact! Register now. https://lnkd.in/et8MaqxA

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CHIQUIBABY EXPANDS TO SPAIN New York, New York - July 18, 2024 - The renowned EL Chiquibaby Show, hosted by Stephanie Himonidis, is set to make its mark in Spain in partnership with AIR WAVES ADS SL a.k.a Cadena Sol Latino. This thrilling expansion will see the Chiquibaby Show airing in four major cities, including the capital MADRID, VALENCIA, ALICANTE, and MURCIA, starting July 22nd, 2024. The Chiquibaby Show has already garnered a strong following stateside, being syndicated in over 100 Spanish-language Radio stations across the United States. and most recently Live Broadcast from the White House and Interviewing President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden this past May 6th, 2024 for this year's White House’ Cinco de Mayo Celebration. El Sol Latino Radio, renowned for its claim as the "Number One in Salsa, Merengue and More," provides a fitting platform for the Chiquibaby Show's debut in Spain. With a mission to celebrate and revive cultural heritage through music, El Sol Latino offers a curated selection of beloved Latin American genres, including Salsa, Merengue, Reggaetón Pop, Ballads, and Latin Pop.Listeners can tune-in in Madrid, Valencia, Alicante and Murcia. Stephanie Himonidis, the dynamic host, and executive producer of the Chiquibaby Show, brings her wealth of experience and charisma to the European audience. A six-time Emmy Award winner and a prominent figure in the U.S. Hispanic market and Mexico, Chiquibaby has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to both radio and television. Recently honored as one of the "25 Most Powerful Women" by People en Español and listed among the "2024 Most Influential Women in Radio" by Radio Ink, Himonidis continues to captivate audiences with her engaging style and insightful content. The expansion of the Chiquibaby Show into Spain marks an exciting chapter for both the show and its audience, promising to bring the vibrancy of Latino culture toEuropean airwaves like never before. About Nueva Network  Nueva Network is a 100% Minority-Owned Audio Media Company representing a network of 512 radio stations in the top 117 DMA with 97% coverage of the U.S. Hispanic Market. Nueva Network was created with the mission to service Brands and Agencies First. NN’s business model is unique where it allows advertisers a cost-efficient entry into Network Audio and serves as a partner that provides a bonus incentive to support the brand’s corporate “Social Initiatives.” NN provides agencies and clients services such as spot production and branded content, in addition to social media extensions, live reads and endorsements for national and regional media placement. Contact:  Jose M. Villafañe, CEO/CRO Nueva Network:  jose@nuevanetwork.com 

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The nominees are here

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