MediaCo Holding Inc. owns and operates radio stations in the United States. It operates in two segments, Radio and Outdoor Advertising. The Radio segment engages in the operation of WQHT-FM and WBLS-FM radio stations in the New York City metropolitan area. The Outdoor Advertising segment operates advertising displays, such as bulletins, posters, and digital billboards primarily in Kentucky, West Virginia, Florida, and Georgia. The company also offers digital advertising and event sponsorship services. As of December 31, 2020, it owned and operated approximately 3,532 billboard advertising displays. MediaCo Holding Inc. was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. MediaCo Holding Inc. is a subsidiary of Emmis Communications Corporation.
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MediaCo, a leading multicultural, multiplatform media powerhouse, announced significant audience growth across its television and radio platforms second quarter-to-date, underscoring its commitment to delivering culturally resonant entertainment, music and news content to Hispanic and Black audiences. Broadcast Television Performance1 EstrellaTV Network weekday 7p-11p prime during the first two months of 2Q grew +35% among Persons 18-49 vs. the same period a year ago driven largely by its regular series programming Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento Nueva Era (+19%), Alarma TV (+54%), Noticiero Cierre de Edición (+48%) and 24 Horas Late (+122%). Additionally, on May 14th, the network delivere
Estrella MediaCo is pleased to announce the promotions of two standout leaders as part of its continued investment in cross-platform growth and multicultural market leadership. Rogerio Alves has been promoted to Vice President, Digital Sales – CTV and Audio Streaming, where he will lead monetization strategies across Estrella's growing digital video and audio portfolio, including FAST channels, CTV, and streaming audio platforms. "Rogerio has been instrumental in shaping our digital growth strategy, consistently driving innovation and results across our CTV and audio platforms," said Brian Fisher, SVP of Video Sales. "His promotion to Vice President of Digital Sales is a testament to his
MediaCo, a leading multimedia company serving multicultural audiences across the United States, today announced key senior leadership appointments aimed at accelerating strategic growth and innovation. Brian Fisher has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Video Sales, Danny Lowry has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Audio Sales, and Luis Fernández-Rocha has been appointed Senior Vice President of Local Video Sales. These executive appointments underscore MediaCo's commitment to expanding its market presence and delivering enhanced value to its partners and audiences. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/2025
Combining the Strength of Estrella Media, HOT 97, and WBLS, MediaCo Reaches 20 Million People Monthly Across Video, Audio, And Events New Announcements Include: EstrellaTV's Bold 2025 Programming Slate Featuring Don Cheto Al Aire Live, Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento: Nueva Era, and Tigres Liga MX Soccer Launch of HOT 97 TV FAST Channel with Live Summer Jam Special and Daily Ebro in the Morning Live Show Expanded Content Distribution and Advertising Partnerships with Hemisphere Media, Curiosity Stream, New EstrellaTV Affiliates, and Local Out-of-Home Media with DO IT Outdoors MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ:MDIA) ("MediaCo") today unveiled its new slate of multicultural, multiplatform co
HOT 97, WBLS, and Trace to Expand Content, Events, and Global Distribution At the occasion of the Trace Awards & Summit in Zanzibar, Trace, the leading global media brand for Afro-Urban music, entertainment, and empowerment, and MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ:MDIA), owner of the legendary HOT 97 and WBLS brands and FM radio stations, announced that they formed a groundbreaking joint initiative to amplify Hip Hop, R&B, and Afro-Urban culture worldwide. This collaboration will unlock new content and distribution opportunities, leveraging the cultural influence of both brands to reach audiences across multiple platforms. Key initiatives include: Co-Producing and Distributing Exclusive Conten
MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ:MDIA) ("MediaCo"), a leading multicultural media company, announced today that it has fully repaid in cash the $7.3 million convertible promissory note (the "Convertible Note") held by Emmis Communications Corporation. In connection with the satisfaction of the Note, the representatives of Emmis on MediaCo's Board of Directors have resigned from the Board, effective immediately. This repayment reflects MediaCo's focus on strengthening its balance sheet. "We are pleased to take this step forward," said Albert Rodriguez, interim Chief Executive Officer and President of MediaCo. "This eliminates our only near-term maturity and positions us to continue our expandi
MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ:MDIA) ("MediaCo") today announced that it received an expected deficiency notification letter from the Listing Qualifications Staff of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") on August 20, 2024 (the "Notice"). The Notice indicated that the Company was not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) (the "Listing Rule") as a result of its failure to timely file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2024 (the "Q2 2024 Form 10-Q"), as described more fully in the Company's Form 12b-25 Notification of Late Filing (the "Form 12b-25") filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on August 14, 2024. The Listing Rule requi
WhiteHawk Capital Partners, LP ("WhiteHawk"), a private credit investment manager focused on asset-based financing solutions, announced it has entered into an agreement with MediaCo Holding, Inc. ("MediaCo") to provide a $45 million first lien term loan facility (the "Facility") on April 17th, 2024. MediaCo used proceeds of the Facility to finance an acquisition of Estrella Media's network, content, digital, and commercial operations. MediaCo, which operates marquee urban radio stations HOT 97 and WBLS 107.5 in New York City, will be adding Estrella Media's Spanish-language video, audio, and digital content operations under the same umbrella. This transaction will also allow MediaCo to re
Transaction Will Create One of the Largest Multicultural Media Platforms in the Country. MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ:MDIA) ("MediaCo") today announced that it has acquired all of Estrella Media's network, content, digital, and commercial operations. Among the Estrella Media brands joining MediaCo are the EstrellaTV network and its influential linear and digital video content business, and Estrella Media's expansive digital channels, including its four FAST channels – EstrellaTV, Estrella News, Cine EstrellaTV, and Estrella Games – and the EstrellaTV app. The transaction closed on April 17, 2024. MediaCo, which operates marquee urban radio stations HOT 97 and WBLS 107.5 in New York City
"Savageland" and "2 Chicks With An Attitude" podcasts are raw, unfiltered, and tackle the topics that Black women are thinking about but sometimes don't dare to discuss out loud — launching on March 1 and March 3, 2023. NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ:MDIA), owner of HOT 97, the world's first all Hip-Hop station that's dominated New York City for over 20 years, announces that it's partnering with the WOE Podcast Network to launch two women-led podcasts that explore and dissect relevant and relatable topics. This exclusive partnership expand
Transaction Will Create One of the Largest Multicultural Media Platforms in the Country. MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ:MDIA) ("MediaCo") today announced that it has acquired all of Estrella Media's network, content, digital, and commercial operations. Among the Estrella Media brands joining MediaCo are the EstrellaTV network and its influential linear and digital video content business, and Estrella Media's expansive digital channels, including its four FAST channels – EstrellaTV, Estrella News, Cine EstrellaTV, and Estrella Games – and the EstrellaTV app. The transaction closed on April 17, 2024. MediaCo, which operates marquee urban radio stations HOT 97 and WBLS 107.5 in New York City
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MediaCo Holding Inc. (NASDAQ: MDIA), owner of HOT 97, WBLS, and Fairway Outdoor, announced today that Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay has been named Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2021. Mr. Lindsay most recently served as Executive Vice President, Urban One. He brings over twenty years of successful leadership experience across media, television, and advertising to MediaCo. As CEO, Lindsay will be responsible for setting MediaCo's overall strategic vision and expanding its radio and outdoor divisions with an emphasis on transforming the digital business. “Rahsan-Rahsan is a talented and dedicated leader with the right strategic vision, relentless drive,
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