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  • Entravision Communications Corporation Appoints Mark Garcia to Senior Vice President of Integrated Marketing Solutions in McAllen, TX

    Entravision Communications Corporation Appoints Mark Garcia to Senior Vice President of Integrated Marketing Solutions in McAllen, TX

    SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, today announced the appointment of Mark Garcia as Senior Vice President of Integrated Marketing Solutions in McAllen, TX, effective immediately. Reporting to Lilly Gonzalez, Mr. Garcia will be responsible for creating value from Entravision’s cross-platform advertising assets and raising brand awareness in the greater Rio Grande Valley, which includes the McAllen-Brownsville market.

    “Mark has extensive experience in broadcast sales, both locally in Texas and nationally, and brings a strong understanding of our unique capabilities and platforms.  We’re glad to have him re-join the Entravision team and look forward to benefiting from his leadership and sales expertise,” said Lilly Gonzalez, Executive Vice President of Integrated Marketing Solutions, East Coast, Entravision.

    Prior to his appointment, Mr. Garcia was Director of Sales at Nexstar Broadcasting in El Paso, TX working with TV affiliates and digital entities. Before Nexstar Broadcasting, he served as a National Sales Manager in Dallas for 11 Entravision Texas stations and Account Executive at Entravision in El Paso.

    “McAllen is the 10th largest Latino market in the U.S., representing an exceptional opportunity for advertisers to reach the growing Latino audience. Entravision’s media portfolio in this market is especially distinctive as it is the only company with a full complement of assets that truly reach the unique audience of the Rio Grande Valley. I’m excited to return to Entravision and to have the opportunity to represent their dynamic media platform,” said Garcia.

    About Entravision Communications Corporation
    Entravision is a diversified global media, advertising technology and data analytics company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets primarily including Mexico, Latin America and Spain. Entravision’s portfolio includes digital media properties and advertising technology platforms that deliver performance-based solutions and data insights, along with 55 television stations and 49 radio stations.  Entravision’s digital and technology businesses include Headway, a leading global provider of mobile, programmatic, data and performance digital marketing solutions, as well as Pulpo Media, the top-ranked online advertising platform in connecting businesses with U.S. Latinos. Entravision is the largest affiliate group of both the Univision and UniMás television networks, and its Spanish-language radio stations feature its nationally recognized talent. Entravision also operates Entravision Solutions, a national sales and marketing organization representing over 300 owned and affiliated radio stations, radio networks and digital media platforms, and Headway’s audio advertising platform, AudioEngage. Entravision shares of Class A Common Stock are traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol: EVC. Learn more at: www.entravision.com.

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  • Pulpo Media Appoints Laura Willis to Vice President of Digital Sales

    Pulpo Media Appoints Laura Willis to Vice President of Digital Sales

    SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Pulpo Media, an Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC) company, today announced the appointment of Laura Willis to Vice President of Digital Sales, effective immediately. Reporting to Solange Curutchet, Ms. Willis will be responsible for managing national sales in the U.S. and will be based in New York.

    “Laura has extensive strategic advertising media experience in executive agency and sales roles. Her ability to attract clients and build relationships through her expertise in Hispanic marketing will prove invaluable to Pulpo Media. We are happy to have her re-join the Pulpo team and look forward to benefiting from her leadership,” said Solange Curutchet, Executive Vice President at Pulpo Media.

    Prior to her appointment, Ms. Willis was Director of Integrated Sales at Meredith/People en Español in New York. Before that, she was Senior Sales Director at Pulpo Media where she leveraged her agency experience to create and sell through customized integrated solutions across the Entravision platform.

    “Pulpo is the premier Hispanic ad network that provides exceptional reach and market insights to advertisers.  I’m excited to rejoin the Pulpo family and drive awareness of its unique capabilities and platforms that effectively connect advertisers with consumers,” said Willis.           

    The Pulpo Difference

    Pulpo is the premier source of US Hispanic inventory across all acculturation levels throughout the digital landscape, ranked #1 by comScore. The company enables advertiser and brands to generate meaningful growth opportunities through impactful digital media products. Pulpo harnesses the power Big Data to deliver hyper-targeted consumers on a one-on-one and at scale, across devices and platforms. Founded in 2008, Pulpo is an Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC) company.

    About Entravision Communications Corporation

    Entravision is a diversified global media, advertising technology and data analytics company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets primarily including Mexico, Latin America and Spain. Entravision’s portfolio includes digital media properties and advertising technology platforms that deliver performance-based solutions and data insights, along with 55 television stations and 49 radio stations.  Entravision’s digital and technology businesses include Headway, a leading global provider of mobile, programmatic, data and performance digital marketing solutions, as well as Pulpo Media, the top-ranked online advertising platform in connecting businesses with U.S. Latinos. Entravision is the largest affiliate group of both the Univision and UniMás television networks, and its Spanish-language radio stations feature its nationally recognized talent. Entravision also operates Entravision Solutions, a national sales and marketing organization representing over 300 owned and affiliated radio stations, radio networks and digital media platforms, and Headway’s audio advertising platform, AudioEngage. Entravision shares of Class A Common Stock are traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol: EVC. Learn more at: www.entravision.com.

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  • Entravision to Broadcast and Live Stream Florida’s 9th District U.S. Congressional Debate on its Media Platforms Serving the Orlando and Tampa Bay Markets

    Entravision to Broadcast and Live Stream Florida’s 9th District U.S. Congressional Debate on its Media Platforms Serving the Orlando and Tampa Bay Markets

    SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —

    WHAT:

    Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, will broadcast the U.S. Congressional debate between Democrat incumbent Darren Soto and Republican opponent Wayne Liebnitzky on Friday, October 26th at 6pm EST on its Univision Orlando and UniMas Orlando television affiliates serving the Orlando market. The debate will also be simulcast on NoticiasYa Orlando Facebook page, NoticiasYa Tampa Bay Facebook page, and NoticiasYa.com where the public will have the opportunity to pose their own questions. Entravision has partnered with Mi Familia Vota for the 2018 Florida District 9 debate.

    The two candidates are familiar with each other after Darren Soto (D-Fla) defeated Wayne Liebnitzky (R-Fla) in the 2016 election. Mr. Soto was elected to the Florida Legislature in 2007 where he served for almost 10 years before being elected to the U.S. House in 2016. As the incumbent, he wants to incentivize higher-paying jobs in Central Florida and expand low-income housing projects in the region. His opponent, Mr. Liebnitzky is a Navy veteran and runs a Mac Tools franchise in St. Cloud, FL. He wishes to prioritize health care and other social resources for disabled veterans and invest more money into the military.

    “It’s exciting to have the opportunity to broadcast this district 9 debate, especially between two candidates who had met in the prior election. We have a strong local news presence in the Orlando and Tampa markets and this debate highlights our commitment to the local communities and the election process. The live television broadcast and streaming on our NoticiasYa platform allows us to connect with our audience across traditional and digital media, while directly engaging viewers through a live questions and answer process,” said Luisa Collins, Entravision’s Vice President of News Social Affairs and Wellness.

    The debate will be moderated by Univision Orlando news anchor, Paul Gamache. Mr. Gamache began his career in Orlando as a production assistant on Channel 6, WKMG in 1982. He later joined Univision Orlando, where for the past 20 years he has served in various roles and is currently a co-presenter of Univision Central Florida news at 6pm and host of the 11pm edition. Mr. Gamache is a recipient of many established awards including Emmy Awards, and also possesses extensive experience in the fields of sales, marketing, management, and promotions.

    WHEN:

    Friday, October 26, 2018, from 6:00-7:00pm EST

    WHERE:

    Univision Orlando Channel 43, UniMas Orlando Channel 26, NoticiasYa Orlando Facebook page, NoticiasYa Tampa Bay Facebook page, and NoticiasYa.com

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  • Entravision to Broadcast Colorado’s 6th District U.S. Congressional Debate on its TV Stations Serving the Denver Market

    Entravision to Broadcast Colorado’s 6th District U.S. Congressional Debate on its TV Stations Serving the Denver Market

    SANTA MONICA, Calif, Oct. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —

    WHAT: 

    Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, will broadcast the U.S. Congressional debate between Republican incumbent Mike Coffman and Democrat opponent Jason Crow on Monday, October 22nd at 5:00pm MDT on Univision Colorado serving Denver, CO.

    Univision Colorado will air its third consecutive district 6 race. The debate will field questions on topics including healthcare, the economy, immigration, etc., The debate will also be simulcast live on Noticias Ya Colorado Facebook page and NoticiasYa.com where the public will have the opportunity to pose their own questions

    “It’s exciting to have the opportunity to broadcast this district 6 debate between incumbent Mike Coffman and Jason Crow. We have a strong local news presence in the Denver market and this debate highlights our commitment to the local community and the election process. The live television broadcast and streaming on our Noticias Ya website and Facebook page allows us to connect with our audience across traditional and digital media, while directly engaging viewers through a live question and answer process,” said Luisa Collins, Entravision’s Vice President of News Social Affairs and Wellness.

     The debate will be moderated by Univision’s Colorado news anchor, Juan Carlos Gutierrez, who has spent the past seven years with Entravision where he started as a news anchor / producer. Mr. Gutierrez’s broadcasting career began in 2002 with Telemundo as a reporter, producer, and back up sports anchor in the New York City, Chicago, and Denver markets. Mr. Gutierrez has extensive experience in the Latino market with many accolades including Emmy Awards and Colorado Broadcasting Association Awards of Excellence.

    Karen Vega will accompany Mr. Gutierrez as an anchor for the upcoming debate. Ms. Vega joined the Univision Colorado news team in 2014 as a news reporter and has received two Emmy Awards nominations, three Entravision Awards including Best Multimedia Reporter for the entire company, and also a Colorado Broadcasting Association Award of Excellence.

    Political information can be found on Politicaya.com and viewers can join in on the conversation using #USATUPODER.

    WHEN:

      Monday, October 22, 2018, 5:00-6:00pm MDT

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  • Entravision to Broadcast California’s 36th District U.S. Congressional Debate on its TV Stations Serving Palm Springs

    Entravision to Broadcast California’s 36th District U.S. Congressional Debate on its TV Stations Serving Palm Springs

    SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —

    WHAT:

    Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, will broadcast the only live U.S. Congressional debate between Democrat incumbent Raul Ruiz  and Republican opponent Kimberlin Brown-Pelzer on Tuesday, October 16th at 6pm PT on its Univision (KVER-LD- Channel 4) and NBC (KMIR Channel 36) television affiliates serving Palm Springs, CA. There will also be a live stream, interactive page, and live chat before, during and after the debate, which will be available on Desert Sun and Noticias Ya.

    The debate will be moderated by veteran political journalist, Hank Plante. Mr. Plante began his journalism career in Washington D.C. at the Sentinel Newspapers and for three decades has covered California for TV stations in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Palm Springs. He is an established reporter and winner of the George Foster Peabody Award along with multiple Emmys (local and national). Mr. Plante retired in 2010, but currently writes columns for newspapers in California with a main focus on politics and LGBT issues. Along with his professional accolades, in 2014 Plante became a member of the Editorial Board of Gannett’sDesert Sun newspaper located in Palm Springs.

    The debate will also include previously taped questions submitted by anchors Jorge Ramos, Sergio Urquidi, and Diana Perez.  Jorge Ramos, a Mexican-born American journalist and author, is regarded as the best-known Spanish-language news anchor in the United States. He currently anchors Noticiero Univision, the Sunday-morning political news program Al Punto, and the Fusion TV English program America with Jorge Ramos. Sergio Urquidi is Univision San Diego’s 6pm news anchor with accomplishments including an Emmy Award and Golden Mike Award. Before moving to San Diego in 2017, he was lead anchor for Univision Arizona Daily Newscast. Diane Perez was a co-host of ABC News’World News Now and America This Morning before retiring in 2014.

    WHEN:

    Tuesday, October 16, 2018, from 6pm to 7pm PT

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  • Entravision Communications Corporation To Present At The Deutsche Bank 2018 Leveraged Finance Conference

    Entravision Communications Corporation To Present At The Deutsche Bank 2018 Leveraged Finance Conference

    SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, today announced that Christopher T. Young, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, will be presenting at the Deutsche Bank 2018 Leveraged Finance Conference in Phoenix, AZ at 5:15 p.m. ET (2:15 p.m. PT) on Wednesday, October 3, 2018.

    The presentation will be made available to the public via live audio webcast, which can be accessed by visiting the investor relations section of Entravision’s corporate website at http://www.entravision.com.

    About Entravision Communications Corporation
    Entravision is a diversified global media, advertising technology and data analytics company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets primarily including Mexico, Latin America and Spain. Entravision’s portfolio includes digital media properties and advertising technology platforms that deliver performance-based solutions and data insights, along with 55 television stations and 49 radio stations.  Entravision’s digital and technology businesses include Headway, a leading global provider of mobile, programmatic, data and performance digital marketing solutions, as well as Pulpo Media, the top-ranked online advertising platform in connecting businesses with U.S. Latinos. Entravision is the largest affiliate group of both the Univision and UniMás television networks, and its Spanish-language radio stations feature its nationally recognized talent. Entravision also operates Entravision Solutions, a national sales and marketing organization representing over 300 owned and affiliated radio stations, radio networks and digital media platforms, and Headway’s audio advertising platform, AudioEngage. Entravision shares of Class A Common Stock are traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol: EVC. Learn more at: www.entravision.com. 

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  • Entravision Communications Corporation Delivers Big Ratings with “A Un Año De Maria” Special News Coverage

    Entravision Communications Corporation Delivers Big Ratings with “A Un Año De Maria” Special News Coverage

    SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, today announced that its special news coverage, “A Un Ano De Maria,” a year after Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, delivered exceptional ratings in several markets.

    From September 17th to the 20th, Entravision’s newscast team including reporter Marielkis Salazar, producer Carmen Iris Rodriguez and photographer Camilo Diaz went back to Puerto Rico for this special news coverage, and conducted unique interviews with Governor Ricardo Rosselló, Yabucoa Mayor Rafael Surillo, San Juan residents via Facebook Live, three young Puerto Ricans that went back to the island to work in Puerto Rico’s tourism, volunteers from the All Hands and heart organization and more.

    Noticias Washington D.C.
    Tie #1 in early local news regardless of language adults 18-34
    Source: Nielsen Overnights Final, Washington D.C. (Hagerstown) DMA, September 20, 20186pm-6:30pm Live + Same Day, PAV Rtg. WFDC rank among local news stations, head to head competitors only.

    Noticias Nueva Inglaterra
    #1 in early local news regardless of language adults 18-49
    Source: Nielsen Overnights Final, Boston (Manchester) DMA, September 20, 2018, 6pm-6:30pm, Live + Same Day, PAV Rtg. WUNI rank among local news stations, head to head competitors only.

    Noticias Tampa
    #1 in early local news regardless of language adults 18-49
    Source: Nielsen Overnights Final, Tampa-St. Pete (Sarasota) DMA, September 20, 2018, 6pm-6:30pm, Live + Same Day, PAV Rtg. WVEA rank among local news stations, head to head competitors only.

    Noticias Orlando
    #2 in early local news regardless of language A18-34, A18-49 & A25-54
    Source: Nielsen Overnights Final, Orlando Daytona Bch-Melbrn DMA, September 20, 2018, 6pm-6:30pm, Live + Same Day, PAV Rtg. WVEN rank among local news stations, head to head competitors only.

    “This is a tough time for Puerto Rico as we pay homage to all those affected by Hurricane Maria one year later. Through the hard work of each of our crew members, we were able to deliver impactful news coverage on Puerto Rico and our efforts were recognized through the successful ratings in multiple markets, a testament to the local leadership that we possess with our local audiences,” said Luisa Collins, VP of News, Social Affairs and Wellness, Entravision.

    About Entravision Communications Corporation
    Entravision is a diversified global media, advertising technology and data analytics company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets primarily including Mexico, Latin America and Spain. Entravision’s portfolio includes digital media properties and advertising technology platforms that deliver performance-based solutions and data insights, along with 55 television stations and 49 radio stations.  Entravision’s digital and technology businesses include Headway, a leading global provider of mobile, programmatic, data and performance digital marketing solutions, as well as Pulpo Media, the top-ranked online advertising platform in connecting businesses with U.S. Latinos. Entravision is the largest affiliate group of both the Univision and UniMás television networks, and its Spanish-language radio stations feature its nationally recognized talent. Entravision also operates Entravision Solutions, a national sales and marketing organization representing over 300 owned and affiliated radio stations, radio networks and digital media platforms, and Headway’s audio advertising platform, AudioEngage. Entravision shares of Class A Common Stock are traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol: EVC. Learn more at: www.entravision.com.

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  • Entravision Communications Corporation Appoints Alex Garcia as Executive Vice President of Content & Business Development

    Entravision Communications Corporation Appoints Alex Garcia as Executive Vice President of Content & Business Development

    SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, announced today it has appointed Alex Garcia as Executive Vice President of Content & Business Development, effective immediately and will be reporting to Mario M. Carrera, Chief Revenue Officer. Mr. Garcia will support the revenue team in developing and selling unique content to a broad consumer audience while also positioning Entravision at the forefront as a customer centric communication and marketing solutions platform.  

    “Alex is a proven executive who brings more than 10 years of experience in multi-platform marketing, communications and digital distribution, having previously held positions in both the U.S. and Mexico. He has an impressive track record of firsts, and we look to his ability, vision and creativity to help grow our company,” said Mr. Carrera.

    Prior to joining Entravision, Mr. Garcia was Director, Head of Latin America Physical & Digital Distribution at Sony. Before Sony, he served as Director of Marketing for Latin America at the San Francisco-based company, Rdio, Inc. He held other various positions in Mexico City with Es. Cine Film Festival and Comarex.

    “Business Intelligence is a vital component to continuously grow and innovate within an organization. I’m excited to embark on this new journey with Entravision during this crucial time to remain competitive in the marketplace and develop creative products that will be valuable to the company and its advertisers, viewers and listeners,” said Mr. Garcia.

    About Entravision Communications Corporation

    Entravision is a diversified global media, data and advertising technology company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets primarily including Mexico, Latin America and Spain. Entravision’s portfolio includes 55 television stations, 49 radio stations, digital media properties and advertising technology platforms that deliver performance-based solutions and data insights.  Entravision’s digital and technology businesses include Headway, a leading global provider of mobile, programmatic, data and performance digital marketing solutions, as well as Pulpo Media, the #1-ranked online advertising platform in Hispanic reach according to comScore Media Metrix®. Entravision is the largest affiliate group of both the Univision and UniMás television networks, and its Spanish-language radio stations feature its nationally recognized talent. Entravision also operates Entravision Solutions, a national sales and marketing organization representing over 300 owned and affiliated radio stations as well as digital media platforms, including Headway’s audio streaming platform, AudioEngage.  Entravision shares of Class A Common Stock are traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol: EVC. Learn more at: www.entravision.com.

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