Univision Dedicates Building To Ray Rodriguez Nov 20, 2009
In a ceremony that took place today at 2 p.m. in front of the Univision building in Miami, Univision Communications Inc. CEO Joe Uva, and Cesar Conde, president of the Univision Networks, presented Rodriguez with a commemorative plaque and named the building the "The Ray Rodriguez Broadcasting Center." Rodriguez, who joined Univision in 1990, announced his retirement in August. During the ceremony, attended by Univision executives and employees and various dignitaries, community and industry... (Multichannel News)
Univision Communications Inc. Honors Ray Rodriguez by Dedicating Network Building Nov 20, 2009
Source: Univision Communications Inc. ... MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Univision Communications Inc., the premier Spanish-language media company in the United States, announced today the dedication of the building that is home to network operations in Miami to former president and chief operating officer Ray Rodriguez ... In a ceremony which took place today at 2pm in front of the Univision building, Joe Uva, president and CEO of Univision Communications Inc., and Cesar Conde, president of the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hispanic Television Update Nov 19, 2009
Starting next year, visitors to YouTube will be able to find authorized content, in both short and long form, from Univision Communications Inc.. In Brief. (Multichannel News)
Univision podr verse en YouTube Nov 18, 2009
LOS NGELES Univision Communications Inc. ofrecer varios de sus programas en el sitio web YouTube, anunciaron el lunes la principal empresa de medios de comunicacin en espaol en Estados Unidos y la comunidad de videos en lnea ms popular del mundo. Programas de corta y larga duracin de las cadenas Univision, TeleFutura y Galavisin, como El Show de Cristina, El Gordo y la Flaca, Don Francisco Presenta y Despierta Amrica, se ofrecern por medio de Univision Interactive Media,... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
YouTube Inks Content Deal with Univision Nov 17, 2009
The digital division of Univision Communications -- and the leading Spanish-language media company stateside -- has partnered with YouTube to broadcast short-length and long-form Univision videos on the popular viral video site. This could drive new traffic YouTube's way. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Univision to make shows available on YouTube Nov 17, 2009
YouTube, the online video site of Google Inc., will share advertising revenue with Univision Communications Inc. after content begins appearing early in the first quarter of next year. YouTube says its U.S. Hispanic audience is one of its fastest growing demographics, with 6. (MSNBC -- Television)
Univision and Eventus Present 'La Embajada de la Republica Deportiva' (The Sports Republic's Embassy) Nov 11, 2009
MIAMI, Nov. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Univision Communications Inc., the leading Spanish-language media company in the country, and Eventus, the leading full-service Hispanic experiential marketing, sports and entertainment company, announced today the development of a traveling experiential extension to Univision's flagship sports show "Republica Deportiva" (Sports Republic) with "La Embajada de la Republica Deportiva" (The Sports Republic's Embassy) mobile tour ... "This live event franchise is part... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Univision-Time Warner Cable Tally 10,000 For VOD Event Launch Nov 1, 2009
More than 10,000 gathered in Times Square to help Time Warner Cable and Univision Communications, Inc. celebrate the launch of the operator's first free Hispanic on-demand channel ... Among the executives participating in the event were Sam Howe, chief marketing officer, Time Warner Cable, and Joe Uva, president and CEO, Univision Communications, Inc.Highlights from the Times Square event can be viewed via LMOD, which is available to Time Warner digital-cable (including El Paquetazo) customers... (Multichannel News)
Univision to Host Conference Call on November 3, 2009 Oct 29, 2009
Source: Univision Communications Inc. ... NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Univision Communications Inc., the leading Spanish-language media company in the U.S., will conduct a conference call to discuss its third quarter financial results at 4:30 pm ET/1:30 pm PT on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 ... Univision Communications Inc. is the premier Spanish-language media company in the United States. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Leveraged Buyouts Left for Dead Finding Life Trimming $527 Billion of Debt Oct 24, 2009
The six companies are Harrahs, Energy Futures Texas Competitive Electric Holdings Co. unit, Realogy, San Antonio-based Clear Channel Communications Inc., Austin, Texas-based Freescale Semiconductor Inc. and Univision Communications Inc. in New York. Credit-default swaps pay the buyer face value in exchange for the underlying debt or the cash equivalent if a company fails to meet its debt obligations. (Bloomberg)
Univision, Time Warner Cable Launch Spanish-Language On-Demand Channel Oct 24, 2009
Time Warner Cable and Univision Communications have launched the operator's first free Hispanic on-demand channel ... "Lo Mejor On Demand offers Hispanics the content they're most passionate about -- from the comfort of their home. We are confident that, through our partnership with Univision, this uniqueentertainment solution will encourage customers around the country to celebrate their passion for the rich Hispanic culture anytime they want." Noted Tonia O'Connor, executive vice president,... (Multichannel News)
Comcast Media Center To Roll Out Univision On Demand Oct 14, 2009
Univision Communications Inc. has retained Comcast Media Center to manage distribution of its on-demand offerings. Univision On Demand offers digital viewers access to programming from the U.S. Spanish-language media leader's broadcast networks Univision and TeleFutura, as well as cable service Galavision. (Multichannel News)
Retrans Costs On The Rise Oct 11, 2009
But save for one new entry Univision Communications retrans take rose 300% in the period, to $60. 5 million from $15. (Multichannel News)
The New York Times Company, Univision and WNYC Complete WQXR/WCAA Transaction Oct 9, 2009
Univision Communications Inc. is the premier Spanish-language media company in the United States ... Univision Communications also has a 50% interest in TuTv, a joint venture formed to broadcast Televisas pay television channels in the U.S. Univision Communications has television network operations in Miami and television and radio stations and sales offices in major cities throughout the United States. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Enter to Win a Breakfast With Despierta America's Karla Martinez and a Magical Trip for Four to a World-Famous Orlando Theme Park Oct 7, 2009
The sweepstakes is the second one of its kind in two years in which breakfast with Ms. Martinez is part of the prize - the result of an innovative partnership first announced last year by Univision Communications Inc., the nation's leading Spanish-language media company, and General Mills Inc., a leading global manufacturer and marketer of consumer food products. As part of the partnership, Ms. Martinez stars year-round in a series of 30-second vignettes that provide viewers with cooking and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Convergence 2009 Digital & Social Media Conference Releases Prestigious Speaker Line up for October 14th Event Oct 2, 2009
The keynote address will be given by Mr. Joe Uva, President and CEO of Univision Communications. Hispanics are expanding their representation and influence across every industry sector in this country, said Uva. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Univision Communications Opens Online Store Sep 30, 2009
Making its initial foray into digital consumer commerce, Univision Communications has opened an online store proffering products tied to its three networks' programming fare ... "Univision is one of the most loved brands for U.S. Hispanics and La Tienda Univision allows our loyal community to connect with their favorite programs and celebrities," said Univision Communications senior vice president of franchise development and strategic partnerships Ted Zagat in a statement. (Multichannel News)
NAMIC Previews Speaker Line-Up For 23rd Annual Conference Sep 24, 2009
com, Washington Post Newsweek Interactive; Essie Chambers, SVP, Original Programming, BET; Albert Cheng, EVP, Digital Media, Disney-ABC Television Group; Sara Clarke, SVP, Strategy, Analysis & Communications, Showtime Networks Inc.; Mark Coblitz, SVP, Strategic Planning, Comcast Corporation; Bruce DeBoskey, Regional Director, Mountain States Anti-Defamation League, University of Colorado Blue Ribbon Commission on Diversity; Mae Douglas, EVP & Chief People Officer, Cox Communications; Ivelisse... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New Univision Networks president embodies future Sep 18, 2009
The 35-year-old was tapped last month to head Univision Networks, the most prominent holding of Univision Communications Inc. - the nation's largest Spanish-language media empire. Its signature network regularly ranks fifth among all broadcast and cable networks, English or Spanish. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Zagat-about 'em Sep 8, 2009
What's more, the couple's Harvard-educated son Ted, 34, wasn't interested in going into the family business, preferring to climb the management ladder at Univision Communications instead ... What's more, the couple's Harvard-educated son Ted, 34, wasn't interested in going into the family business, preferring to climb the management ladder at Univision Communications instead. (New York Post -- Business)
VOD Newsletter Sep 3, 2009
Avail-TVN will deliver more video-on-demand content en Espaol through an expanded VOD services deal with TuTv, a joint venture of Grupo Televisa and Univision Communications. AT&T on Monday launched a "buy two, get one free" bundle that offers U-verse TV subscribers who get either wireless service or unlimited wireline phone service six months of free digital subscriber line Internet service. (Multichannel News)
Univision Predicts $350M In Retrans Revenue Aug 30, 2009
The 140 multiyear retransmission-consent agreements Univision Communications has reached with U.S. cable and satellite operators will bring in as much as $175 million in additional subscriber fees in 2009 and more than $350 million in the next three to five years. . (Multichannel News)
Avail-TVN Distributes TuTv's Spanish-Language VOD Aug 26, 2009
Avail-TVN will deliver more video-on-demand content en Espaol through an expanded VOD services deal with TuTv, a joint venture of Grupo Televisa and Univision Communications. The deal covers movies from TuTV's linear channels, De Pelcula and De Pelcula Clsico, featuring contemporary and classic Spanish-language films. (Multichannel News)
Rodriguez To Depart Univision At Year-End Aug 15, 2009
Ray Rodriguez will retire as Univision Communications president and COO at year's end ... Moreover, Univison CEO Joe Uva will assume the additional role of president of Univision Communications ... Since that time, he has served as senior vice president and operating manager of the Univision Network, president of the Univision Network, sister broadcast service TeleFutura and cable cousin Galavisin, before assuming his current role as president and COO of Univision Communications. (Multichannel News)
Ray Rodriguez to Retire at Year End as Univision Communications President and Chief Operating Officer Aug 15, 2009
Source: Univision Communications Inc. ... NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Univision Communications Inc., the nations leading Spanish-language media company, today announced that Ray Rodriguez, 58, president and chief operating officer, will retire from the company at the end of the year, after nearly 20 years at Univision ... Univision also announced that Cesar Conde, 35, most recently executive vice president and chief strategy officer, will become president of the Univision Networks, and that... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
I AM REPRESENTING THE NEED AS A SUBSCRIBER HISPANIC FAMILY FROM CUBA AND WOULD... Aug 13, 2009
Joe UvaCEOUnivision CommunicationsAlmost immediately after taking the reins at Univision Communications in April 2007, Uva set out to convince national advertisers to invest more than the meager 3 ... Javier SaraleguiCEO, Univision OnlineWhen Univision Communications decided to venture onto the Web in 2000, it turned to Javier Saralegui, the longtime Galavision executive who had helped position the cable network as the leader in Spanish-language cable. (Multichannel News)
Mexico World Cup Hopes Hinge on U.S. Game as Televisa, Azteca Root for Win Aug 11, 2009
7 million viewers, a record for a Spanish language U.S. network, Univision Communications Inc. said in a statement that month. World Cup Revenue. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Entravision Communications Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2009 Results Aug 6, 2009
The Company also announced that it repurchased from Univision Communications, Inc. 0. 9 million shares of Entravision Class A common stock for approximately $0. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tetragon Financial Group Limited (TFG):Performance Report for Period Ended 30 June 2009 Aug 3, 2009
82% Univision Communications 0. 74% Cablevision Systems Corp 0. (PR Newswire)
New Report Grades Sustainability Reporting of the Top Entertainment Companies Jul 23, 2009
Scoring Summary Highest Overall Scores Bertelsmann CBS Walt Disney Highest Environmental Reporting Scores Walt Disney Bertelsmann News Corp. Warner Music Group Highest Social Reporting Scores Bertelsmann CBS Viacom Lowest Overall Scores Warner Music Group Univision Communications Inc Live Nation, Inc.. Buzz up. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) Successfully Hosts 3rd Annual Future Leaders Conference Jul 21, 2009
Corporate sponsors for the event this year were Comcast Corporation, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., MillerCoors Lideres and Univision Communications, Inc.. First held in 2007 at the Inter-American Development Bank in Washington, D.C., CHLI has also hosted this important conference series nationally. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Univision CEO Uva Named To USA World Cup Bid Board Jul 20, 2009
Noted USA Bid Committee executive bid director , the former president of Univision Sports: "The USA Bid Committee is grateful to have Joe Uva and Univision Communications supporting our bid to host the FIFA World Cup in 2018 or 2022. Univision serves a crucial role in introducing millions of Spanish-speaking individuals to our country every year and soccer plays an especially important role in that process. The Hispanic population greatly contributes to the diversity of our country and that... (Multichannel News)
Univision wins case barring Televisa online shows Jul 19, 2009
Gutierrez said the online shows would violate a 25-year contract that gives Univision Communications Inc. the exclusive U.S. broadcast rights to shows made by Grupo Televisa SA through 2017. Univision applauded the ruling and said it was exploring its legal options to show content in the U.S. online. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Marc Anthony and Ricardo Arjona Bring Down the House at Univision's 6th Annual "Premios Juventud" Youth Awards Show Jul 17, 2009
Source: Univision Communications Inc. ... Univision Communications Inc. is the premier Spanish-language media company in the United States ... Univision Communications also has a 50% interest in TuTv, a joint venture formed to broadcast Televisas pay television channels in the U.S. Univision Communications has television network operations in Miami and television and radio stations and sales offices in major cities throughout the United States. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The New York Times Company, Univision and WNYC Enter Into Exchange/Sale Agreement That Preserves WQXR's Classical Music Format and Enables WCAA to Expand Its Coverage Jul 15, 2009
Univision Radio is a division of Univision Communications Inc., the leading Spanish language media company in the United States. WNYC is the nations largest AM/FM public radio station. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Univision Announces Pricing of Senior Secured Notes Offering Jun 26, 2009
Source: Univision Communications Inc. ... NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Univision Communications Inc. (the Company) today announced the offering and pricing of $545 million aggregate principal amount of its 12% Senior Secured Notes due 2014 (the Notes) at an issue price of 93. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Multichannel Newswire Jun 25, 2009
Univision Communications continued its retransmission-consent quest, inking multiyear distribution pacts with Cox Communications, Cablevision Systems Corp. and Mediacom Communications. Ad:MCN_2006_Q4_pos2# With a little over two weeks until its local broadband streaming service goes live, YES Network, Cablevision Systems and MLB Advanced Media are already throwing out promotional pitches to consumers Scott Carlin has resigned his post as president of HBO Domestic Distribution to pursue new... (Multichannel News)
Retrans Feuds Ease Up Jun 20, 2009
Larger cable operators completed many of their major retrains deals late last year, in particular Time Warner Cables pact with CBS that extends deal to 2013 and Univision Communications long-awaited retrans deal with Comcast. I dont think you are going to see any more big battles, Collins Stewart media analyst Tom Eagan said. (Multichannel News)
The wealthiest Malibuites (335) May 28, 2009
Friday, May 22, 2009 Edition. It would be interesting to know how much they have contributed to Malibu's worthy cultural, educational, emergency, and community enhancing institutions. (Malibu Times, CA)
Tetragon Financial Group Limited (TFG) Monthly Update for April 2009 May 15, 2009
80% Univision Communications 0. 72% Idearc 0. (PR Newswire)
Univision Sets Digital Test for Saturday May 15, 2009
With less than 30 days until the DTV transition, Univision recognizes that we must leverage all of our platforms to ensure that Hispanic viewers take action, said Cesar Conde, Univision Communications chief strategy officer and executive VP.. Sabado host Don Francisco will lead the test and will continue to serve in Univisions DTV preparedness campaign. (TVweek.com)
Multicultural Newsletter Apr 30, 2009
Continuing its run of retransmission-consent deals, Univision Communications Inc. has reached a multiyear deal with Verizon's FiOS TV. A U.S. District Court judge has postponed Univision and Grupo Televisa's court battle over digital rights to the latter's TV programs until June 9. ESPN has acquired the TV rights to the 2009 Tribeca/ESPN Sports Film Festival selection The Lost Son of Havana for its ESPN Films division. (Multichannel News)
Forty Under 40 Apr 28, 2009
Csar Conde is responsible for strategic initiatives focused on the growth and profitability of Spanish-language media company Univision Communications across all of its units, including TV, radio and online. I am extremely fortunate to work with the most talented team in the industry at Univision, Conde said. (Multichannel News)
HD Programming Apr 16, 2009
Adds seven new channels #Ad:3990_v1_Pos3_336x280# Univision Communications Inc. plans to present its entire slate of the 2010 FIFA World Cup competition in high-definition. For fans of the great outdoors, there has never been a better time to stay inside and watch television. (Multichannel News)
Spanish-language drive pushes citizenship Apr 15, 2009
Influential Spanish media companies, such as Univision Communications Inc., Entravision Communications, and impreMedia will spread the message. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Race)
Fitch Affirms Univision's IDR at 'B'; Outlook Stable Apr 15, 2009
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fitch Ratings has taken the following rating actions on Univision Communications, Inc. (Univision). --Issuer Default Rating (IDR) affirmed at 'B. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Univision Will Present 2010 FIFA World Cup In HD Apr 9, 2009
Univision Communications Inc. plans to present its entire slate of the 2010 FIFA World Cup competition in high-definition ... "Univision is delivering unprecedented World Cup coverage of the 64 matches and making these available in HD across our networks and platforms, including through VOD," said Ray Rodriguez, president and COO, Univision Communications, in a statement. (Multichannel News)
Cable Show 2009: Univision Takes 'Al Punto' To NCTA Apr 3, 2009
Univision Communications Inc., which this week reachedwith Time Warner Cable and satellite provider Dish Network, capitalized on Cable Show '09 being held in the nation's capital to tape a segment of its weekly Al Punto program, right next to the Broadband Nation exhibit. It was the first time Al Punto was taped outside its Miami studios since it launched in September of 2007. (Multichannel News)
Time Warner Cable Reaches Multi-Year Agreement with Univision Apr 2, 2009
This agreement is further evidence of Time Warner Cables commitment to Hispanic audiences, said Tonia OConnor, Executive Vice President, Distribution Sales and Marketing, Univision Communications Inc. Hispanics represent a growth opportunity for distributors and our goal in this highly competitive environment is to build long-term partnerships that tap into the power of our brand, deliver top quality programming, leverage our multiplatform offerings and provide innovative products to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
DISH Network(R) Reaches Agreement to Deliver Univision, TeleFutura and Galavision to DISH Network Customers Apr 2, 2009
and NEW YORK, April 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DISH Network Corporation (Nasdaq: - ), a leading distributor of Spanish-language programming in the United States, today announced a multi-year agreement with Univision Communications Inc., the premier Spanish-language media company in the United States ... "We look forward to this long-term partnership with DISH Network," said Joe Uva, CEO of Univision Communications Inc. "We would both like to thank our viewers and DISH Network customers for... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Univision, Dish Retransmission Dispute Threatens Carriage Mar 30, 2009
Univision Communications Inc., which has successfully navigated retransmission consent deals with some 50 distributors, has reached an impasse with Dish Network that, sources say, could result in the leading U.S. Spanish-language network losing its carriage on the No. 2 satellite distributor come April 2 ... During a press conference following its May 2007 upfront presentation to advertisers in New York, Univision Communications CEO Joe Uva declared that the company for its stations. (Multichannel News)
NAMIC Announces Congressman G.K. Butterfield and Univision's Jorge Ramos as Guest Speakers for the 2009 NAMIC Annual Awards Breakfast Mar 20, 2009
Winners of the 2009 Next Generation Leaders Awards include Cesar Conde, chief strategy officer & EVP, Univision Communications, Inc., Kashif Haq, strategic execution officer, Bright House Networks and Toni Stubbs, vice president, Field Information Technology, Cox Communications. Conde (Programmer), Haq (MSO) and Stubbs (Technology) comprise the fourth consecutive group of business leaders selected to receive this honor. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
2009 Wonder Women Honored Mar 11, 2009
They included: Maryam Banikarim, senior vice president, integrated sales marketing, NBC Universal Jennifer Caserta, executive vice president and general manager, IFC Lori Conkling, executive vice president, distribution, Lifetime Networks Kristine Faulkner, vice president, product development and management, Cox Business Melani Griffith, senior vice president, programming and video services, Insight Communications Jacqueline Hernndez, COO, Telemundo Communications Group... (Multichannel News)
T-Mobile Walks Latin Music Fans Down the Red Carpet at Premio Lo Nuestro a la Musica Latin(R) Mar 10, 2009
As part of an integrated partnership with Univision Communications Inc. and Premio Lo Nuestro(TM), T-Mobile(R) will give fans a chance to win a grand-prize package to see the awards show, up close and personal, as well as the opportunity to take over the red carpet bleacher area at the award show. This year's show will take place at the BankUnited Center at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Fla. (PR Newswire)
Univision Adds Insight, AT&T To Retrans Roster Mar 6, 2009
During a press conference following its 2007 upfront presentation to advertisers in New York, Univision Communications Inc. CEO Joe Uva declared that the company would seek license fees of $1 per subscriber for its stations. While it's unclear what terms the company has reached, some cable operators have indicated that Univision has lowered its license-fee asking price substantially. (Multichannel News)
Univision Signs Multi-Year Carriage Agreement with DIRECTV Mar 4, 2009
Source: Univision Communications Inc. ... NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Univision Communications Inc., the premier Spanish-language media company in the United States, announced today a multi-year carriage agreement with the nations leading satellite provider, DIRECTV. The agreement includes carriage of Univisions owned and operated broadcast stations and distribution of the cable network, Galavisin, and the network feeds for Univision and TeleFutura ... The partnership with DIRECTV speaks... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Univision Lays off 300, 6 Pct of Work Force Mar 1, 2009
Univision Communications Inc., the nation's top Hispanic broadcaster, on Friday laid off 300 people, or 6 percent of the work force, a spokeswoman confirmed. The company blamed the recession and the "downward pressure this has caused on advertising-related businesses" for the layoffs. (ABC News -- Wire)
Sponsors Return for Univisions Latina Feb 27, 2009
We are thrilled to once again partner with ATenney, Maybelline New York and Garnier Fructis and State Farm on Nuestra Belleza Latina, an exciting property that allows the brands to engage with our audiences in meaningful and fun ways, David Lawenda, president of advertising sales and marketing for Univision Communications, said in a statement. This partnership exemplifies our commitment to creating innovative opportunities for our advertisers to meet their business objectives. (TVweek.com)
Internet Video Feb 8, 2009
Univision Communications and programming partner and supplier Televisa may have settled their ... Univision Communications Inc. has named former AOL executive Kevin Conroy to head its renamed. (Multichannel News)
Hispanic Television Update Feb 8, 2009
Kevin Conroy has been appointed president of the Univision Interactive Media, the online division of Univision Communications Inc., and formerly known as Univision Online. Prior to joining Univision, Conroy was evp of global products and marketing at AOL. He will be based in New York and report directly to CEO Joe Uva. (Multichannel News)
