SXSW, the largest cultural event in the United States, today announced that Penske Media Corporation has transitioned from a majority stakeholder to full owner. The move represents a seamless evolution of a multi-year strategic partnership built on shared ambition, strong financial growth, and international expansion. SXSW will remain headquartered in Austin, where its flagship Conference & Festivals and SXSW EDU will continue to take place. SXSW 2027 runs March 15–21, preceded by SXSW EDU, March 13–16.
The partnership began in 2021, when PMC invested in SXSW following the severe financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, providing critical capital that helped secure the event’s future. Over the past several years, PMC and SXSW have worked together to strengthen the company’s long-term foundation, expand opportunities for programming, partnerships, and community building, and grow its global presence in Europe. SXSW will continue to be led from Austin, with a focus on preserving the deep community relationships that have long defined the event.
Founded by Roland Swenson, Nick Barbaro, Louis Jay Meyers and Louis Black, SXSW has played a central role in Austin’s evolution as an international destination for music, film, technology and the creative industries. Under their leadership, SXSW created a new model for bringing different industries and communities together and established a global event that remains deeply connected to its hometown.
“It's been a great joy and honor to help build this company from the ground up,” said Nick Barbaro, SXSW co-founder. “We could never have done this anywhere but Austin, and thanks to the hard work and dedication of so many talented people who’ve cared deeply about its purpose over the years, SXSW continues to impact the lives of countless artists and innovators around the world. It’s been a great ride and we look forward to watching SXSW continue to grow in vibrant new ways while remaining focused on helping creative people achieve their goals.”
"SXSW combines exceptional leadership and a proven playbook with a live event experience that is second to none." said Jay Penske, Chairman and CEO, Penske Media Corporation. “Premium live experiences are central to Penske Media’s future, and we are thrilled to increase our stake in SXSW, and provide the company with further backing and together write the most expansive chapter in its history."
The transaction reflects PMC’s continued investment in global live events that convene influential communities across entertainment, media, music, technology, fashion, art and culture. PMC’s portfolio of events and experiences already includes the Golden Globes, Latin Music Week, the Academy of Country Music Awards, the Billboard Music Awards, and New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, and over 315 additional live experiences produced and built by PMC brands including Billboard, Rolling Stone, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, WWD and Sportico.
Since its founding in 1987, SXSW has grown from an Austin music event into an internationally recognized destination for discovery and connection across technology, film and television, music, education, comedy, culture and business. Each year, SXSW brings global creative and professional communities to Austin while providing a platform for the artists, entrepreneurs, innovators, and organizations that make the city distinctive.
New York, NY – August 13, 2026 – Today, global music authority Billboard announced its R&B Hip-Hop Live concert, a celebration of noteworthy and rising talent, on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the iconic Brooklyn Steel in New York City. Sponsored by Rotation, the home of Hip-Hop and R&B on Amazon Music, this event is a centerpiece of Billboard’s R&B Hip-HopWeek and will feature electrifying performances by Lucky Daye, Yung Miami, and sets from the genre’s brightest rising stars: Destin Conrad, Samara Cyn, and Skippa.
Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Live tickets are available starting August 13, 2026 at 10am ET at the link HERE. Concertgoers who have downloaded and are signed into the Amazon Music app will be able to use an exclusive “Fast Entry Lane” onsite that allows them to skip to the front of the line. QR codes will also be available for those that do not have an account and wish to sign-up and utilize this perk.
“Billboard has always been at the epicenter of music and culture,” said Mike Van, CEO of Billboard. “As hip-hop, R&B and Caribbean music continue to shape culture around the world, we're committed to championing the emerging voices, generational artists and passionate fans driving these genres forward."
EVENT DETAILS:
- Event Name: Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Live
- Date: September 10, 2026, Doora at 8pm
- Location: Brooklyn Steel, Brooklyn, NY
- Admission: Tickets on sale now HERE, show is 18+
For more updates on the concert lineup, activities, and ticket information, please visit https://live.billboard.com/rbhh
ABOUT BILLBOARD
Billboard is the ultimate barometer of success in music. Through its iconic charts, breaking news, thought leadership, multi-platform storytelling and world class events, Billboard tracks the world’s top musicians and the business that powers them. Since its origin in 1894, music leaders and fans across the world look to Billboard as the most trusted source for music information, spanning more than a dozen countries and published in 10 languages. The prestigious BillboardMusic Awards are the only premium awards ceremony that recognize musicians for their undeniable achievements on the Billboard charts, using pure data to determine the winners, rather than relying on opaque committees or undisclosed voters to select the honorees giving fans maximum impact at each year's ceremony, as Billboard's chart data measures fans' engagement with their favorite music. Billboard’s other premium experiences range from the Billboard Power 100 to Billboard Women in Music, Billboard Latin Music Week, and BillboardLive, which connects the most impactful artists and industry leaders with fans from all cultures and corners of the globe.
ABOUT AMAZON MUSIC
Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that connects fans, artists, and creators through music, podcasts, and culture. Amazon Music brings fans closer to what they love, with curated and personalized playlists, artist livestreams, artist merch, and Amazon Exclusive podcasts. Prime members get access to over 100 million songs in shuffle mode, All-Access playlists, plus the largest catalog of top ad-free podcasts, included with their membership. Customers can subscribe to Amazon Music Unlimited for full, on-demand access to 100 million songs in HD, a growing catalog of Ultra HD and Spatial audio, and one audiobook a month from the world’s largest selection of audiobooks from Audible. Anyone can listen to Amazon Music by downloading the free Amazon Music app, or wherever they listen to music including Alexa-enabled devices. Learn more at amazon.com/music.
Today, Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) proudly announces Bernard Arnault as the recipient of the 2026 John B. Fairchild Honor, WWD’s highest distinction. The award will be presented live during the WWD Honors ceremony on October 27, 2026, in New York City.
Presented annually at the WWD Honors ceremony, the John B. Fairchild Honor recognizes individuals whose creativity, vision, and leadership have left an enduring impact on the global fashion industry. Named for WWD’s legendary publisher, the John B. Fairchild Honor celebrates transformative careers that have shaped fashion and business on a global scale. Past recipients include Ralph Lauren, Giorgio Armani, Karl Lagerfeld, Leonard Lauder, Miuccia Prada, Tommy Hilfiger, Maria Grazia Chiuri, Brunello Cucinelli, Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti.
The WWD Honors event, a star-studded gathering in New York City, brings together the industry's leading executives, creatives, and changemakers for an evening honoring those whose work continues to define the future of fashion, beauty, and retail, culminating with the presentation of the John B. Fairchild Honor.
“WWD’s John B. Fairchild Award honors an industry-defining legacy, and few leaders have shaped global luxury on the scale of Bernard Arnault,” said Amanda Smith, CEO, Fairchild Media Group. “Presenting him with this recognition is a watershed moment not only for WWD, but for the global fashion community. It is a testament to the very definition of leadership and to an individual with the rare ability to redefine the boundaries of vision, scale, and craftsmanship.”
“I am honored to receive the John B. Fairchild Award," said Arnault, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. "I knew well and respected John and his approach to talking about creativity. He broadened WWD’s coverage to go beyond fashion into the people behind the business as well as expanding into beauty and culture, all areas that are important to LVMH.”
“Mr. Fairchild met scores of designers and executives throughout his legendary and groundbreaking career yet admired and spoke fondly of few, and one of those was Bernard Arnault. He lauded him of course for his business acumen but, above all, for his passion for creativity, one he shared with Mr. Fairchild.” said James Fallon, Chief Content Officer, Fairchild Media Group. “He would always talk excitedly about touring stores in Paris with him, and of course offering his honest and unfiltered opinions! It is an immense privilege to present this year’s WWD John B. Fairchild Honor to Mr. Arnault, one that I am sure would thrill Mr. Fairchild himself.”
"I am grateful to the teams at WWD for maintaining his legacy, for their ongoing support to our maisons and for keeping us informed and inspired,” Arnault added. “Thank you for giving me an honor bearing a legend’s name.”
WWD Honors is held in conjunction with the WWD Apparel & Retail CEO Summit, taking place October 27-28, 2026.
The 2026 WWD Honors event is sponsored by Presenting Partner: Aily Labs. Event Partners also include Aetrex, Boston Consulting Group, Google, Katten, Pixel Moda, Saudi Fashion Commission and more to follow.
About WWD
Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) provides a balance of timely, credible business news and key fashion trends for leading retailers, designers, manufacturers, marketers, financiers, Wall Street analysts, international moguls, media executives, ad agencies, trend-makers, and global consumers. Founded in 1910 by Edmund Fairchild and helmed for over two decades by legendary publisher John B. Fairchild, WWD has been the daily media of record and the industry voice of authority for over 115 years. Operated and published by Penske Media Corporation under Fairchild Media Group, WWD reaches a global audience of nearly 16 million+ every month across print, digital, mobile, video, social, and events, including the annual WWD Apparel & Retail CEO Summit and Global Summits in 3 international markets. As an increasingly complex marketplace heightens the need for information and competitive intelligence, WWD delivers spirited coverage with frequency, integrity, and a legacy of getting it right and getting it first.
Today, Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) proudly announces Bernard Arnault as the recipient of the 2026 John B. Fairchild Honor, WWD’s highest distinction. The award will be presented live during the WWD Honors ceremony on October 27, 2026, in New York City.
Presented annually at the WWD Honors ceremony, the John B. Fairchild Honor recognizes individuals whose creativity, vision, and leadership have left an enduring impact on the global fashion industry. Named for WWD’s legendary publisher, the John B. Fairchild Honor celebrates transformative careers that have shaped fashion and business on a global scale. Past recipients include Ralph Lauren, Giorgio Armani, Karl Lagerfeld, Leonard Lauder, Miuccia Prada, Tommy Hilfiger, Maria Grazia Chiuri, Brunello Cucinelli, Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti.
The WWD Honors event, a star-studded gathering in New York City, brings together the industry's leading executives, creatives, and changemakers for an evening honoring those whose work continues to define the future of fashion, beauty, and retail, culminating with the presentation of the John B. Fairchild Honor.
“WWD’s John B. Fairchild Award honors an industry-defining legacy, and few leaders have shaped global luxury on the scale of Bernard Arnault,” said Amanda Smith, CEO, Fairchild Media Group. “Presenting him with this recognition is a watershed moment not only for WWD, but for the global fashion community. It is a testament to the very definition of leadership and to an individual with the rare ability to redefine the boundaries of vision, scale, and craftsmanship.”
“I am honored to receive the John B. Fairchild Award," said Arnault, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. "I knew well and respected John and his approach to talking about creativity. He broadened WWD’s coverage to go beyond fashion into the people behind the business as well as expanding into beauty and culture, all areas that are important to LVMH.”
“Mr. Fairchild met scores of designers and executives throughout his legendary and groundbreaking career yet admired and spoke fondly of few, and one of those was Bernard Arnault. He lauded him of course for his business acumen but, above all, for his passion for creativity, one he shared with Mr. Fairchild.” said James Fallon, Chief Content Officer, Fairchild Media Group. “He would always talk excitedly about touring stores in Paris with him, and of course offering his honest and unfiltered opinions! It is an immense privilege to present this year’s WWD John B. Fairchild Honor to Mr. Arnault, one that I am sure would thrill Mr. Fairchild himself.”
"I am grateful to the teams at WWD for maintaining his legacy, for their ongoing support to our maisons and for keeping us informed and inspired,” Arnault added. “Thank you for giving me an honor bearing a legend’s name.”
WWD Honors is held in conjunction with the WWD Apparel & Retail CEO Summit, taking place October 27-28, 2026.
The 2026 WWD Honors event is sponsored by Presenting Partner: Aily Labs. Event Partners also include Aetrex, Boston Consulting Group, Google, Katten, Pixel Moda, Saudi Fashion Commission and more to follow.
About WWD
Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) provides a balance of timely, credible business news and key fashion trends for leading retailers, designers, manufacturers, marketers, financiers, Wall Street analysts, international moguls, media executives, ad agencies, trend-makers, and global consumers. Founded in 1910 by Edmund Fairchild and helmed for over two decades by legendary publisher John B. Fairchild, WWD has been the daily media of record and the industry voice of authority for over 115 years. Operated and published by Penske Media Corporation under Fairchild Media Group, WWD reaches a global audience of nearly 16 million+ every month across print, digital, mobile, video, social, and events, including the annual WWD Apparel & Retail CEO Summit and Global Summits in 3 international markets. As an increasingly complex marketplace heightens the need for information and competitive intelligence, WWD delivers spirited coverage with frequency, integrity, and a legacy of getting it right and getting it first.
Today, Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced the appointment of Brent Lang to Editor-in-Chief of IndieWire, effective August 17. Based in New York City, Lang will report to Jerry Ruiz, Senior Vice President, Operations & Finance, PMC.
A widely respected journalist and editor, Lang brings a distinctive combination of editorial leadership, industry expertise, and a deep commitment to ambitious, high-quality storytelling to IndieWire.
Lang most recently served as Executive Editor of Variety, where he covered the major Hollywood studios and their corporate parents. During his tenure, he wrote cover stories on many of the industry’s most notable figures, including Christopher Nolan, Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Kevin Hart, George Clooney, Mindy Kaling, Michelle Williams, Michael J. Fox, and Benedict Cumberbatch. Since joining Variety in 2014 as a Senior Film and Media Reporter, he rose through a series of leadership roles, including New York Bureau Chief and Executive Editor, Film and Media. In 2024, he was named Entertainment Journalist of the Year by the Los Angeles Press Club.
Before Variety, Lang was a Senior Reporter at TheWrap, and his work has also appeared in The Patriot-Ledger, The Providence Journal, CBSNews.com, and Forbes. He is a graduate of Brown University and the Columbia University School of Journalism.
“Brent is a dynamic and deeply respected editor whose experience, instincts, and creativity make him exceptionally well-suited to lead IndieWire,” said Ruiz. “He brings a sophisticated understanding of the entertainment industry, a strong editorial point of view, and a clear sense of where media is headed. Just as importantly, he understands what has always made IndieWire unique with its intelligence, its authority, and its commitment to championing bold voices and original storytelling. We are thrilled to welcome Brent to IndieWire and excited for the future of the brand under his leadership.”
“I’m deeply honored to take the editorial helm of a brand I’ve admired for many years,” said Lang. “IndieWire has long stood for smart, distinctive, and fearless journalism, and it has built an extraordinary legacy by championing artists, elevating emerging voices, and covering the industry with depth and conviction. I have enormous respect for IndieWire’s founder, Eugene Hernandez, and for Dana Harris-Bridson’s profound contributions. They are responsible for building a world-class brand. I’m also incredibly grateful to Jay Penske, Michelle Sobrino, Dea Lawrence, Ramin Setoodeh, and Cynthia Littleton for the opportunities they have given me over the years. At a time of great change across media and entertainment, I believe there is tremendous opportunity ahead for a brand that has always believed in bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and the enduring power of great storytelling.”
Lang succeeds Dana Harris-Bridson, whose 15 years of editorial leadership helped to shape IndieWire into the expansive and highly regarded brand it is today. During her tenure, IndieWire broadened its focus beyond independent film into television, blockbusters, and the crafts that define the industry, while also launching standout editorial franchises including Future of Filmmaking and the In Development newsletter. Harris-Bridson is stepping down to focus on building her own projects, an exciting next chapter that reflects both the depth of her experience and her genuine desire to devote her time and energy to work she’s passionate about.
“Dana has been instrumental in shaping IndieWire into the exceptional brand it is today,” said Ruiz. “Her leadership, editorial vision, and deep commitment to the brand have left a lasting mark on IndieWire and on the many people who have had the opportunity to work alongside her. We are deeply grateful for all she has contributed and for the strong foundation she leaves behind.”
“Dana’s contributions to IndieWire have been extraordinary,” said James Israel, Publisher of IndieWire. “Her leadership helped shape the brand’s editorial identity, expand its reach, and strengthen its standing within the entertainment community. We are deeply grateful for all she has done to help build IndieWire into what it is today. At the same time, I’m excited to work alongside Brent as we begin this next chapter and continue building on that foundation with energy, ambition, and optimism for what lies ahead.”
“It’s been the privilege of my career to help lead this team and this brand to where it is today,” said Harris-Bridson. “I’m proud of everything we built together, and I’m energized by what’s next.”
The transition comes at a moment of strong momentum for IndieWire. The brand recently earned two Daytime Emmy Award nominations for its inaugural Craft Roundtables series, and Lynne Howard was recently promoted to Senior Vice President of Operations, reporting to James Israel.
Together, these leadership appointments reflect IndieWire’s continued growth, as well as a shared commitment to the values that have long defined the brand: bold journalism, authoritative storytelling, and an enduring belief in the power of original voices and ambitious editorial vision.
About IndieWire IndieWire is the leading digital publication devoted to curating, reporting on, and celebrating the best in film, television, and entertainment. Called the “online heartbeat of the world’s independent film community” by Forbes and the “best indie crossroads” by Roger Ebert, IndieWire is a two-time Webby Award winner for Best Entertainment Website. Founded in 1996, IndieWire joined Penske Media Corporation in 2016.
About Penske Media Corporation (PMC)
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 500 million people. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and owns over 300 live events, while reaching audiences across all screens. Penske Media is recognized, as one of the Top 100 Private Companies in the United States and North America.
Our Companies & Brands
Iconic Media Brands (PMX): Variety, Rolling Stone, The Verge, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Eater, Sportico, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, VIBE, IndieWire, SB Nation, ARTFORUM, POPSUGAR, Gold Derby, BEAUTY INC, Art in America, Punch, The Dodo, and more.
Live Events & Experiences: The Golden Globes, SXSW, Academy of Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, SXSW London, American Music Awards (AMAs), and Latin Music Week.
Data & Analytics: Luminate, the premier music and entertainment data and analytics company.
Global Footprint
PMC and its subsidiaries are co-headquartered in New York and Los Angeles, with additional offices spanning 14 countries worldwide.
Fresh off a history-making run that saw him earn a Guinness World Record at BST Hyde Park in London for the largest gathering of people wearing bald caps, perform before a record-breaking crowd of nearly 70,000 fans, and complete sold-out I Am Back tours across North America and Europe, global superstar Pitbull is bringing his momentum to Billboard Latin Music Week 2026.
Today, Billboard, the global authority in music, announced that the GRAMMY® Award-winning global recording artist will join the 2026 edition of Billboard Latin Music Week. Taking place October 19–22, 2026, at the iconic Faena Forum Miami Beach, the event will once again serve as the industry’s premier gathering celebrating the power, influence, and future of Latin music and culture. Tickets are on sale now at BillboardLatinMusicWeek.com.
Armando Christian Pérez, globally known as Pitbull, is a GRAMMY Award-winning independent international superstar, entrepreneur, education ambassador, and motivational speaker whose influence extends far beyond music. Currently on his global I'm Back Tour with Lil Jon, Pitbull continues to captivate audiences around the world. With billions of audio streams and video views, hundreds of gold and platinum certifications, and a career that has redefined global crossover success, he remains one of the most influential artists in music.
Beyond the stage, Pitbull has built a thriving business portfolio as the founder of the Mr. 305 record label and Voli 305 Vodka, while also launching Globalization, his SiriusXM channel dedicated to global rhythmic hits. A passionate advocate for education, he co-founded SLAM! (Sports Leadership Arts Management), a nationally recognized tuition-free public charter school network that now serves more than 10,000 students across 14 campuses throughout the United States, empowering the next generation through innovative learning and leadership.
Recognized as the longest-running, highest-profile, and most influential gathering in the Latin music industry, Billboard Latin Music Week is hailed as the birthplace for some of the industry's biggest stars. The event features multiple days of can't-miss programming, including show-stopping performances, exclusive panels, interactive workshops, and curated showcases, bringing together leading artists, creators, and executives shaping the future of Latin music with fans across the globe, including:
Exclusive conversations with today's biggest Latin music stars and emerging voices.
Industry panels with leaders shaping the future of Latin entertainment.
Dynamic live performances and fan events.
Networking opportunities with top executives, artists, and tastemakers.
Additionally, this year’s lineup includes, Greeicy, Jay Wheeler, Jessi Uribe, Kany García, Lola Indigo, Paola Jara, RaiNao, Rawayana, Ryan Castro, Trueno, and Zhamira, with additional talent to be revealed in the coming weeks., with many more to be revealed soon. Executives panelists include Nat Pastor, Tommy Mottola, and Victor Gonzalez, alongside many more industry leaders to be announced soon.
Billboard Latin Music Week has been the driving force behind the most impactful conversations and cultural moments across Latin music for over three decades, connecting generations of artists, industry leaders, and fans alike. Each year, the event continues to shape the future of the genre on a global stage, solidifying its place as one of the most influential celebrations in entertainment. Last year’s sold-out events brought together some of the biggest names in Latin music, featuring star-studded conversations with artists like Anuel AA, Carín León, Carlos Vives, Daddy Yankee, Danny Ocean, DJ Khaled, Gloria & Emilio Estefan, Emilia, Ivy Queen, Kali Uchis, Laura Pausini, Myke Towers, Ozuna, Rawayana, Tokischa, and many more. This year’s edition will once again spotlight the continued global rise and influence of Latin sounds and storytelling.
The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Week kicks off Monday, October 19th, 2026, with a packed week of programming that includes artist conversations, panels, live performances, hands-on workshops, brand activations, networking opportunities, and more.
Billboard Latin Music Week will coincide with the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards, taking place in Miami on Thursday, October 22, and will broadcast live on Telemundo and Peacock. More details about the event to be announced soon.
For more information on Billboard Latin Music Week and the latest updates, visit BillboardLatinMusicWeek.com.
Sponsors include Harbourview Equity Partners, HYBE Latin America, Sonesta International Hotels, the official hotel sponsor of Billboard Latin Music Week, and Lincoln, the official auto partner of Billboard Latin Music Week.
Follow the event on social media:
Facebook: @Billboard and @BillboardLatin
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Instagram: @Billboard and @BillboardLatin
TikTok: @Billboard
Join the conversation: #BillboardLatinWeek
For sponsorship opportunities please reach out to:
Ed Stepankovsky: estepankovsky@billboard.com
Pam Sturchio: psturchio@billboard.com
Joe Maimone: joe.maimone@billboard.com
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ABOUT BILLBOARD:
Billboard is the ultimate barometer of success in music. Through its iconic charts, breaking news, thought leadership, multi-platform storytelling and world class events, Billboard tracks the world’s top musicians and the business that powers them. Since its origin in 1894, music leaders and fans across the world look to Billboard as the most trusted source for music information, spanning 15 countries and published in 10 languages. The prestigious Billboard Music Awards are the only premium awards ceremony that recognize musicians for their undeniable achievements on the Billboard charts, using pure data to determine the winners, rather than relying on opaque committees or undisclosed voters to select the honorees giving fans maximum impact at each year's ceremony, as Billboard's chart data measures fans' engagement with their favorite music. Billboard’s other premium experiences range from the Billboard Power 100 to Billboard Women in Music, Billboard Latin Music Week, and Billboard Live, which connects the most impactful artists and industry leaders with fans from all cultures and corners of the globe.
ABOUT HARBOURVIEW EQUITY PARTNERS
HarbourView Equity Partners is an investment firm focused on opportunities to support content across the entertainment, sports, and media markets. The firm seeks businesses or assets powered by IP and investment opportunities that aim to build enduring asset value and returns. HarbourView has been extremely active since launching in 2021, amassing roughly $3.88 billion* in regulatory assets under management including over 70+ music catalogs to date and investments in various portfolio companies with management teams in its core industries. The firm's distinctly diverse music portfolio features thousands of titles spanning numerous genres, eras, and artists, amounting to a diversified catalog of ~41,000+ songs across both master recordings and publishing income streams. The company is headquartered in Newark, NJ.
ABOUT HYBE LATIN AMERICA
HYBE Latin America is the regional arm of HYBE, dedicated to amplifying the vibrant voices and diverse talents of Latin American artists on the global stage. Rooted in a deep appreciation for the region's cultural richness, HYBE Latin America blends traditional rhythms with cutting-edge artistry, creating a dynamic platform where innovation meets heritage.
Committed to empowering artists with creative autonomy and state-of-the-art resources, HYBE Latin America fosters a collaborative environment that transcends borders and unites fans worldwide. Through groundbreaking music, unforgettable live experiences, and meaningful cultural exchanges, HYBE Latin America redefines Latin music’s global identity, shaping the future of entertainment while celebrating the heart of the region.
ABOUT LINCOLN
Lincoln is the luxury automotive brand of Ford Motor Company, committed to creating compelling vehicles with an exceptional ownership experience to match. For more information about Lincoln, please visit media.lincoln.com or www.lincoln.com.
ABOUT SONESTA:
Sonesta is the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. according to Smith Travel Research (STR) with approximately 1,100 properties totaling 100,000 guest rooms across 13 brands in 11 countries. Sonesta owns, manages and/or franchises under The Royal Sonesta®, The James™, Classico Collection by Sonesta™, Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises®; MOD Collection by Sonesta™, Sonesta Select®; Sonesta Essential®, Sonesta ES Suites®, Sonesta Simply Suites®, Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta®; Signature Inn® by Sonesta; Americas Best Value Inn by Sonesta™ and Canadas Best Value Inn by Sonesta™. Redefining hospitality through its award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program, Sonesta offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem points for unparalleled value and personalized experiences. Sonesta Travel Pass members receive the best rates, earn immediate points towards free nights, and accelerated status progression based on stays. Join now at sonesta.com/join-travel-pass. For more information about Sonesta visit Sonesta.com.
Sourcing Journal (SJ), the premier voice for sourcing community thought leaders, introduces Visions of Tomorrow, a new flagship event celebrating the innovators, technologies and ideas redefining the global supply chain. Taking place on Monday, July 27, 2026, in New York City, the inaugural gathering will bring together executives from across fashion, retail and technology for an evening of panel discussions, industry recognition and networking focused on the future of sourcing.
As sourcing has evolved from a back-office function into a strategic driver of brand transformation, Visions of Tomorrow reflects the growing influence of supply chain leaders in shaping business strategy, product development and operational excellence. Through conversations exploring artificial intelligence, digital product creation, and next-generation logistics, the event will examine the strategies transforming the industry while honoring the visionaries driving its future.
“Visions of Tomorrow is a testament to the enduring strength and authority of the Sourcing Journal brand,” said Amanda Smith, CEO, Fairchild Media Group. “As the definitive leader in the supply chain and manufacturing space, our role is not just to report on the industry, but to champion the pioneers who are actively redefining the future of the industry. This year’s event honoring visionaries across fashion technology, product and AI innovation is a vital investment in our continued growth, reinforcing Sourcing Journal as the essential, forward-looking voice driving our community's global conversation.”
This year's honorees and speakers include:
- Meg Ball, Senior Director, Creative Technology & AI Enablement, Centric Brands
- Beth Esponnette, Co-founder, Chief Product Officer & Chair, Unspun
- Sandra Gagnon, Senior Director, 3D Digital Product Creation, Target
- Carmen Gama, Director, Circular Design, Eileen Fisher
- Jessica Murphy, Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, True Fit
“Visions of Tomorrow is designed to challenge assumptions, spark new ideas and bring the industry together to explore the innovations shaping the future of sourcing. We're excited to recognize the leaders driving meaningful change while creating a forum for conversations that will help shape what's next,” said Kate Nishimura, Deputy Editor, Sourcing Journal, and Angela Velasquez, Executive Editor, SJ Denim, who will cohost Visions of Tomorrow.
Presented with support from Centric Software and PI Apparel, Visions of Tomorrow reflects Sourcing Journal's commitment to convening the leaders and ideas shaping the future of global sourcing.
Event Details
Sourcing Journal: Visions of Tomorrow
Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET
Location: SECOND, 849 6th Ave., New York, NY 10001
Media Credentials: MEDIA RSVP / Abby Kalicka, akalicka@pmc.com
For additional event information, the latest agenda and speaker updates, see HERE.
About Sourcing Journal
Since its founding in 2009, Sourcing Journal (SJ) has become the premier voice for sourcing community thought leaders. Sourcing Journal’s expert editorial team leads the industry conversation with smart investigative journalism, breaking news, analysis of global market conditions. Sourcing Journal reaches a digital audience of 500K+, offers a daily newsletter featuring vital updates on global market conditions, publishes a series of white papers and reports that tackle major global business news and topics throughout the year and hosts 3 thought leader events including the annual SJ Summit in NYC. Published by Penske Media Corporation and part of Fairchild Media Group, Sourcing Journal leads the trade as the destination for apparel and textile executives looking to make sense of an increasingly complex sourcing landscape.
61ST ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS GENERATES $53 MILLION IN ECONOMIC IMPACT FOR THE LAS VEGAS REGION
The 62ND ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS WILL RETURN TO THE WORLD-RENOWNED MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA IN LAS VEGAS ON SUNDAY, MAY 16, 2027
61st ACM Awards Performances Drove Significant Streaming Gains Across U.S. and Global Markets for Ella Langley, Avery Anna, Carter Faith, Blake Shelton, Dan + Shay and Parker McCollum
Media and Social Assets HERE
NASHVILLE, TN — JUNE 25, 2026 — Today, the Academy of Country Music® (ACM), Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) announced that the 62nd Academy of Country Music Awards will return to MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Sunday, May 16, 2027 following the record-setting success of the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday, May 17, 2026 which drove an estimated $53 million in total economic impact for the Las Vegas region. The result underscores the event’s spectacular return to the city after a three-year absence and an +85% Year-over-Year increase in economic impact from the 2025 show in Frisco, TX, delivering both a global entertainment showcase and a substantial economic boost to Southern Nevada.
Economic Impact
- According to Greyhill Advisors, a leading economic analysis consulting firm, the 61st ACM Awards on May 17, 2026 generated an estimated $53 million in total economic impact for the Las Vegas region, underscoring the event’s spectacular return to the city after a three-year absence and an +85% Year-over-Year increase in economic impact from the 2025 show in Frisco, TX, delivering both a global entertainment showcase and a substantial economic boost to Southern Nevada.
- The event generated $15.7 million in increased employee earnings and supported approximately 290 full-time equivalent jobs across industries ranging from television production and event operations to hospitality and transportation.
- Visitor spending alone accounted for $24.3 million of the total economic impact and generated $7.8 million in worker earnings and 147 full-time equivalent jobs.
- A full week of related concerts, brunches, dinners, pre-parties, after-parties, and fan and industry events generated an additional $4.5 million in economic activity for local hotels, restaurants, venues, and businesses throughout Las Vegas.
Streaming Increases
- According to Luminate, the entertainment industry’s leading data and insights company, streaming analysis reveals significant audience growth across major streaming platforms, with both established stars and emerging artists experiencing notable increases in on-demand audio and video consumption in the United States and internationally.
- The results underscore the enduring influence of the ACM Awards as a catalyst for artist discovery, fan engagement, and audience growth, driving both breakout moments for rising talent and renewed interest in established artists’ catalogs.
- Ella Langley led all artists with a +10% increase and more than 1.8 million additional U.S. On-Demand Audio streams after one day. Langley dominated short-term global growth, leading 1-day volume +2.24 million Total On-Demand stream (audio + video) increase and ranking second after 3-day volume comparison (+1.5 million increase).
- Parker McCollum delivered one of the strongest next-day streaming percentage gains, increasing nearly +14% both in the U.S. and worldwide.
- Dan + Shay saw significant global gains in absolute on-demand volume week-over-week with +1.43 million in Total On-Demand (audio + video) streams.
- Blake Shelton, who paid tribute to Kenny Rogers with a performance of his Amazon Music Original cover of "The Gambler," gained +1.3m U.S. on-demand audio streams in week-over-week growth.
- The data also highlights the growing impact of emerging artists on the country music landscape. Avery Anna recorded the strongest three-day growth performance, increasing U.S. audio streaming activity by more than +23% and global streaming (audio + video) by nearly +25%. Amazon Music Breakthrough artist Carter Faith posted the largest week-over-week gains, growing U.S. streams by more than +61% and global streams by more than +35%.
Social Media and Digital Engagement
- The ACM Awards social accounts garnered over 153M video views (+35% YoY) across Instagram, Tiktok, X, Threads and Facebook. [Source: Listenfirst]
- Impressions across owned platforms increased +85% YoY, while engagements grew +39% YoY, delivering the highest engagement volume and the strongest Impressions performance in four years. [Source: Listenfirst]
- Total social interactions grew +27% YoY on 5/17/26. [Source: Social Content Ratings]
- The Billboard x ACM Awards Red Carpet Livestream, which streamed across Billboard’s YouTube and X channels and Billboard TV's FAST channel on Amazon Fire TV and Samsung TV+, generated 5.4 million live and video-on-demand views platforms.
Streaming exclusively on Prime Video to audiences in more than 240 countries and territories, the show was hosted by Shania Twain at MGM Grand Garden Arena and featured 17 performances from many of country music’s biggest stars. On stage, Cody Johnson earned his first ACM Entertainer of the Year award, while Ella Langley led all winners with a record-breaking seven trophies, setting a new benchmark for the most ACM wins by a single artist in one year. Additional multiple-award winners included Miranda Lambert and Stephen Wilson Jr., while standout honorees also included Parker McCollum, Brooks & Dunn, Riley Green, Avery Anna, Tucker Wetmore, and The Red Clay Strays, showcasing both established stars and the next generation of country music talent. The rebroadcast of the 61st ACM Awards remains available on Prime Video, and fans can also relive the celebration with the Official ACM Awards Playlist on Amazon Music, featuring this year's nominees and country music's biggest stars, including Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, and Lainey Wilson.
Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music Awards is the longest-running Country Music awards show and made history in 2022 as the first major awards ceremony to exclusively livestream, in collaboration with Prime Video, and is the first Country Music awards show to be nominated for an Emmy® Award. The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards was produced by Dick Clark Productions (DCP). Raj Kapoor and Patrick Menton were executive producers, with Kapoor also serving as showrunner. Damon Whiteside served as executive producer for the Academy of Country Music, and Jay Penske and Barry Adelman served as executive producers for DCP. John Saade also served as consulting producer for Amazon MGM Studios.
Tickets for the 62nd ACM Awards will be available in fall 2026. To gain access to presale tickets fans can sign up for the ACM A-List free email newsletter and will be sent a pre-sale code that will grant access to purchase tickets in advance of the public on-sale.
Follow the Academy of Country Music on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok, join the conversation with #ACMawards, and sign up for the FREE ACM A-List to be the first to know the latest news and for exclusive pre-sale opportunities.
*ACMs streaming performance reports evaluate artist momentum across U.S. and global platforms using On-Demand Audio and Total OD (Audio + Video) data. Growth is measured through a combined assessment of percentage change and absolute stream volume across multiple time windows.
About the Academy of Country Music:
Founded in Southern California in 1964 as a regional trade organization, the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC (ACM) has grown over the past 60 years into a leading association for the Country Music industry. Headquartered in Nashville, TN and boasting record-high membership of more than 5,000 worldwide, the Academy serves as a powerhouse advocate for Country fans, artists, and all facets of the business, as well as a supporter of philanthropic work through charitable partner ACM LIFTING LIVES, dedicated to improving lives through the power of music and providing aid in times of need, with a focus on health initiatives. 2026 continues to be a landmark year for the Academy, and streamed live to a global audience on Prime Video. The Academy also remains relentlessly committed to creating a more inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in Country Music, from the boardroom to the stage, and proudly presents ACM Level Up, a two-year professional development and enrichment curriculum for rising leaders, among other initiatives. For more information, visit ACMcountry.com or ACMLiftingLives.org.
About Dick Clark Productions:
Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world’s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming including “The Golden Globes,” the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of film, television and podcasting, “American Music Awards,” “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve,” the No. 1 entertainment special in America, “Golden Eve,” “Academy of Country Music Awards,” “Billboard Music Awards,” “Rising Stars of Country Music,” Emmy®-winning series “So You Think You Can Dance,” and “American Bandstand,” the iconic and groundbreaking cultural phenomenon that defined a generation. Dick Clark Productions also possesses one of the world’s most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.
About Prime Video:
Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Red One, Road House, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, Cross, and The Idea of You; licensed fan favorites; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, WNBA, and NWSL, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry and Kelce; and programming from partners such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+ via Prime Video add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 500 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store and can enjoy even more content for free with ads. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info, visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.
About Greyhill Advisors:
Greyhill Advisors is an economic analysis, economic development and site selection consulting firm with offices in Austin, TX. Greyhill represents a team of seasoned professionals with hands-on experience performing economic analysis, assisting leading companies in their location decisions and working with communities to expand their economic potential. For more information, visit www.greyhilladvisors.com.
About MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA:
The MGM Grand Garden Arena is home to concerts, championship boxing and premier sporting and special events. The Arena offers comfortable seating for as many as 16,800 with excellent sightlines and state-of-the-art acoustics, lighting and sound. Prominent events to date have included world championship fights between Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson as well as Floyd Mayweather vs. Canelo Alvarez as well as Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao; and concerts by The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Bette Midler, George Strait, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, U2, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Alicia Keys, Jimmy Buffett and the Barbra Streisand Millennium Concert. The MGM Grand Garden Arena also has been home to annual events including the Academy of Country Music Awards, the Billboard Music Awards, the Latin GRAMMY Awards, iHeartRadio Music Festival, Pac-12 Men’s Basketball Championship and Frozen Fury NHL pre-season games hosted by the Los Angeles Kings. For more information, visit GrandGardenArena.com.
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61st ACM Awards Electronic Press Kit
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- *Media coverage guidelines HERE | Images are provided for one-time use only, solely to promote The Academy of Country Music Awards. No rights are granted to archive, resell, exploit, or reuse in any manner other than as stated herein.
June 11, 2026: New York, NY: Today, two of the art world's leading authorities, Artforum and ARTnews, unveiled the launch of the first ever Art Week NYC, set to take place November 11–14, 2026, in New York City. This inaugural four-day event invites collectors, patrons, and art enthusiasts to experience the city’s vibrant art landscape through gallery openings, exhibition walkthroughs, artist talks, public programming, neighborhood walking tours, and retail experiences, all woven into the fabric of New York’s most distinct neighborhoods and cultural institutions.
Highlights include three days of openings and activations with gallery participants invited by Artforum, organized by neighborhood. A full day of public programming, hosted jointly by the New Museum and Artforum, will spotlight artists, curators, writers, and other key voices discussing the forces shaping art and culture today. Additionally, ARTnews will host editor led gallery tours throughout each neighborhood and present conversations exploring the top issues driving the art world today. Art Week NYC will center around a dynamic Midtown hub programmed by ARTnews and Art in America, featuring sponsor activations and conversations with luminaries and leading figures from the art world and beyond.
“We are thrilled to finally bring a dedicated Art Week to the city focused on the galleries. New York City has long been a beacon of creativity and innovation and is home to an unparalleled ecosystem of galleries of all scales with an incredible breadth of expertise,” says Danielle McConnell, Publisher of Artforum. “We’re profoundly grateful to the galleries, museums, and cultural partners for opening their doors to welcome audiences into the spaces where art is best experienced. This week is a celebration of their commitment to keeping art at the center of our city’s cultural heartbeat.”
“Art is more important to more people than ever before, and I’m excited to see Art Week activate the city and its cultural institutions,” said Sarah Douglas, Editor-in-Chief of ARTnews and Art in America. “Every day ARTnews and Art in America bring audiences news from and commentary on the global art world; Art Week will remind us that that world is, at its heart, about community.”
“New York and its incredible institutions, like the New Museum, are offering something truly unprecedented,” says Luke Bahrenburg, President, Art and Luxury Group, Penske Media Corporation. “For one transformative week, we’re inviting art enthusiasts not just to view art but to engage with the ideas, creators, and communities shaping its future. We’re building a platform where deeper dialogues about art and its broader cultural connections can thrive.”
Stay tuned for detailed updates on programming announcements, gallery participation, museums, ticket releases, and more by signing up https://www.art-week.com.
About Artforum
Artforum is the magazine of record for the contemporary art world and holds the unique roles of institution and foremost tastemaker in the industry. Established in 1962, it is often the first to identify artists whose work comes to define eras, delivering the highest level of critical discourse to an international audience. Artforum’s artists’ projects, reviews, and critical essays on contemporary visual culture, including coverage of film, music, architecture, performance, and media, provide rigorous, diverse, and provocative perspectives on the cultural trends of our time.
About ARTnews
Founded in 1902, ARTnews is the oldest and most widely circulated art magazine in the world. Its readership of 180,000 in 124 countries includes collectors, dealers, historians, artists, museum directors, curators, connoisseurs, and enthusiasts. ARTnews covers the artists, institutions, market forces, ideas, and cultural developments shaping the global art world.
About Art in America
Established in 1913, Art in America is a leading magazine and digital platform covering the contemporary global art world. Art in America features critical essays, in-depth profiles of established and emerging artists, exhibition reviews, and original artist projects. The publication serves as an essential resource for collectors, curators, artists, and art professionals worldwide.
Footwear News (FN) and the Two Ten Footwear Foundationwill convene industry leaders, executives and changemakers on June 3 for the 2026 FN x Two Ten Women Who Rock event, an annual forum and celebration honoring influential women and advancing conversations around leadership, opportunity and progress. Held during market week in New York, the event will bring together influential voices from across the industry for an evening of cocktails, networking and conversation.
The event takes place in tandem with FN’s annual Women Who Rock issue, which features Olympic gold medalist, New Balance athlete and mom-to-be Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone on the cover and spotlights the changemakers shaping the future of footwear, fashion, sports and business. The complete Women Who Rock Class of 2026 can be viewed here.
At this year's Women Who Rock event, themed "Tipping Points: Redefining Progress in an Era of Disruption," six boundary-breaking leaders will take the stage to share valuable career lessons and discuss mentorship, sponsorship, and strategies for success during a period of significant change across the industry.
“Footwear News has always been a champion of the visionary leaders shaping our industry, and the Women Who Rock initiative is among its most powerful statements surrounding that mission,” said Amanda Smith, CEO of Fairchild Media Group.“This year's honorees represent a masterclass in resilience, disruption, and intentional leadership. By spotlighting their impact and bringing the industry together for meaningful conversation around our community of women, we are not only celebrating achievement, we are honoring a collective force that is actively driving the future of the business.”
The 2026 Women Who Rock speaker lineup includes:
• June Ambrose, Creative Director, Fashion Designer & Cultural Architect
• Emily Cole, Executive Vice President, Chief Product Officer & CreativeDirector, Kenneth Cole Productions
• Brandice Daniel, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Harlem's Fashion Row
• Jennifer Jones, Senior Vice President, General Merchandise Manager, Women'sAccessories, Bloomingdale's
• Tracy Knauer, Senior Vice President, North America, New Balance Athletics,Inc.
• Kate Pinkham, Vice President & General Manager, Chaco and The Collectiveat Wolverine Worldwide
“This year's Women Who Rock honorees represent a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and career paths, but they share a common commitment to driving progress within their organizations and communities,” said Katie Abel, Executive Editor, FN. “Together, their stories offer a compelling snapshot of what leadership looks like today, and where the industry is headed next.”
The event is presented in partnership with the Two Ten Footwear Foundation and supported by Caleres, Ecco, Foot Locker, New Balance, Puma, Rack Room Shoes, Steve Madden, Toms Shoes and Wolverine Worldwide.
About FN
Footwear News (FN) is the premier destination forindustry insiders and shoe lovers alike. From power players to style stars, FNdraws on decades of history to offer an inside look at what's new and what'snext in shoes and head-to-toe style. Through breaking stories, expert analysis,and on-trend seasonal coverage, FN connects its engaged audience with thedesigns, drops, and deals that define the global footwear industry.
About TwoTen
The Two TenFootwear Foundation is an independent nonprofit with a unique mission: liftinglives in footwear. Since its founding in the 1930s, Two Ten has offered hope,opportunity, and community to generations of footwear employees and theirfamilies. The Foundation provides emergency assistance in times of disaster orhardship, awards higher education scholarships, supports employee upskillingand professional development, and convenes industry councils andnetworking/affinity groups. Two Ten brings people working in footwear togetherto support each other, building a sense of community and strengthening theindustry workforce. Visit twoten.org to learn more about Two Ten and itsimpact.
Today, Rolling Stone announces The Rolling Stone Residency, an exclusive series of intimate events at New York City’s iconic Cherry Lane Theatre, presented by Delta Air Lines, with premier access offered to Delta SkyMiles Members and Delta SkyMiles® American Express Card Members. Located in the heart of the West Village, the historic venue will play host to six unforgettable “secret” shows throughout 2026.
Each night at The Rolling Stone Residency is a journey into the heart of music, pairing live, acoustic performances with in-depth conversations led by a Rolling Stone editor. These exclusive events will spotlight the stories behind the songs, offering a never-before-seen side of the world’s brightest stars. With the artists revealed just weeks before each show, fans are in for a one-of-a-kind celebration of music and storytelling, where no two evenings will ever be the same.
“The Rolling Stone Residency is a true reflection of our core mission and legacy offering fans deeper experiences with artists,” said Julian Holguin, CEO of Rolling Stone. “Conversation and music have the power to connect people, and this series demonstrates the magic that happens when we collaborate with like-minded artists and partners to deliver extraordinary experiences for fans.”
“At Delta, we believe the most powerful connections are created through experiences that move people,” said Shannon Womack, Managing Director of Global Brand and Creative at Delta. “The Rolling Stone Residency reflects how SkyMiles Membership and partnerships with iconic brands like Rolling Stone unlock moments that bring people closer – to culture, to each other and to the things that inspire them.”
Residency Dates:
- June 11, 2026
- July 9, 2026
- September 22, 2026
- October 21, 2026
- November 12, 2026
- One additional date – to be announced in the coming weeks
Set in the legendary Cherry Lane Theatre, New York’s oldest continuously operating Off-Broadway venue, The Rolling Stone Residency continues Rolling Stone’s commitment to creating unforgettable experiences that connect fans with the music and artists they love. Presented by Delta, a brand committed to connecting people to elevated experiences that inspire them, this collaboration offers SkyMiles Members and Delta SkyMiles American Express Card Members exclusive access to some of the most intimate and exciting live music moments of the year.
How to Access Tickets:
Opportunities to attend The Rolling Stone Residency will be available to Rolling Stone Readers as well as for redemption through SkyMiles Experiences, Delta’s platform that gives its loyalty Members access to once-in-a-lifetime experiences. A limited number of tickets will be released ahead of each show and available for redemption using Delta miles. Delta SkyMiles American Express Card Members who redeem their miles for this experience will also have access to exclusive on-site perks, including a dining experience at Cherry Lane’s coveted Wild Cherry restaurant, and more
About Rolling Stone
Five decades since its founding, Rolling Stone today has evolved into a multi-platform content brand with unrivaled access and authority, reaching a global audience of over 60 million people per month. Staying true to its mission to tell exceptional stories that illuminate the culture of our times, Rolling Stone is an authority for music reviews, in-depth interviews, hard-hitting political commentary and award-winning journalism across print, digital, mobile, video, social and events. Operated and published by Penske Media Corporation, Rolling Stone provides “all the news that fits.”
About Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) uniquely connects the people, places and communities of the world through the power of flight. Guided by a people-first culture and a belief in the power of connection, Delta never stops looking for ways to elevate the customer experience – from exceptional service to innovative moments that bring people closer to what matters most. Through SkyMiles Membership and an industry-leading cobrand partnership with American Express, that commitment extends beyond travel, unlocking access to meaningful, culture-defining experiences. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Delta serves customers across a global network spanning six continents.
ABOUT AMERICAN EXPRESS
American Express (NYSE: AXP) is a global payments and premium lifestyle brand powered by technology. Our colleagues around the world back our customers with differentiated products, services, and experiences that enrich lives and build business success.
Founded in 1850 and headquartered in New York, American Express’ brand is built on trust, security, service, and a rich history of delivering innovation and Membership value for our customers. We seek to provide the world’s best customer experience every day to a broad range of consumers, small and medium-sized businesses, and large corporations, and we build and manage relationships with millions of merchants across our global network.
For more information about American Express, visit americanexpress.com, americanexpress.com/en-us/newsroom/, and ir.americanexpress.com.
About Cherry Lane Theater
As the oldest Off-Broadway theatre in New York City, the century-old Cherry Lane Theatre has long been a staple in New York’s cultural landscape. Acquired by A24 in 2023, the theatre has undergone a multi-year renovation and reopened in September 2025. Its programming includes theater, as well as comedy, music and film. A new addition to the theatre is Wild Cherry, the latest bar restaurant from Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr, the team behind Frenchette, Le Rock, and Le Veau d’Or.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THE 84TH ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES TIMETABLE, ELIGIBILITY RULES AND CAMPAIGN GUIDELINES ANNOUNCED
Awards Timetable, Eligibility Rules and Categories HERE
LOS ANGELES, CA – May 7, 2026 – Today, the Golden Globes® released its awards timetable, eligibility rules and campaign guidelines for the 84th Annual Golden Globes®, the first major award show of the season. Hosted by acclaimed Golden Globe, Grammy® and Emmy®-nominated comedian, writer, and actress Nikki Glaser, the ceremony will broadcast live from the Beverly Hilton on Sunday, January 10, 2027 on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ in the U.S.
Nominations for the Golden Globes will be announced on Monday, December 7, 2026. The Awards timetable is outlined below, and complete rules and categories can be found HERE.
84th Annual Golden Globes Timetable
Monday, June 1, 2026
Submission website opens for 84th Annual Golden Globes Motion Picture, Television and Podcast
Entries for the official Golden Globes Submissions must be completed online at https://goldenglobes.submit.live/
Friday, October 30, 2026
Deadline for Motion Picture, Television, and Podcast submissions
Monday, November 16, 2026
Television and Podcast nomination ballots to be sent to all voters
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Final date for Television and Podcast press conferences
Final date for Television and Podcast programs to be uploaded to the Golden Globes Indee Viewing Platform at https://goldenglobes.indee.tv
Monday, November 23, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. PST
Deadline for receipt of Television and Podcast nomination ballots to KMPG
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement nomination ballots to be sent to all voters
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
Final date for Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement press conferences
Final date for Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement titles to be uploaded to the Golden Globes Indee Viewing Platform at https://goldenglobes.indee.tv
Friday, December 4, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. PST
Deadline for receipt of Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement nomination ballots to KPMG
Monday, December 7, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. PST
Announcement of nominations for the 84th Annual Golden Globes
Friday, December 18, 2026
Final ballots sent to all voters by KPMG
Saturday, January 2, 2027 by 5:00 p.m. PST
Deadline for receipt of final ballots to KPMG
Sunday, January 10, 2027 at 5:00 p.m. PST
Presentation of the 84th Annual Golden Globes
The Golden Globes, “Hollywood’s Party of the Year®,” is the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of film, television, and podcasting. Dick Clark Productions will plan, host and produce the annual Golden Globes, which has been viewed in more than 185 countries and territories worldwide.
About Golden Globes®
As a premier entertainment awards show since 1944, the annual Golden Globes has honored achievements in both television and film. Over the last three decades, the Golden Globes has enabled donations of more than $55 million to entertainment-related charities including scholarship programs, film restoration projects and humanitarian efforts. This funding has also supported diverse programs in partnership with advocacy groups aimed at promoting greater access in Hollywood for underserved communities. Dick Clark Productions is the owner and producer of the Golden Globes. For more information on the Golden Globes, please visit GoldenGlobes.com and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and TikTok.
About Dick Clark Productions
Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world’s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming including “The Golden Globes,” the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of film, television and podcasting, “American Music Awards,” “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve,” the No. 1 entertainment special in America, “Golden Eve,” “Academy of Country Music Awards,” “Billboard Music Awards,” “Rising Stars of Country Music,” Emmy®-winning series “So You Think You Can Dance,” and “American Bandstand,” the iconic and groundbreaking cultural phenomenon that defined a generation. Dick Clark Productions also possesses one of the world’s most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.
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December 22, 2021: Today, Tatiana Siegel, an award-winning entertainment journalist, joined Rolling Stone as Senior Writer, reporting across entertainment, media and culture. Most recently, Tatiana served as The Hollywood Reporter’s Executive Film Editor, covering the successes and scandals of the movie business for nearly a decade, notably breaking two massive abuse stories that led industry exits of Warner Brothers Chairman and CEO Kevin Tsujihara and producer Scott Rudin. Prior to this role, she worked as a film reporter at Variety for five years. She began her entertainment journalism career at The Hollywood Reporter in 2003. She will be based in New York working directly with Rolling Stone’s Editor-In-Chief, Noah Shachtman.
“From her landmark expose of producer Scott Rudin to her meticulous reporting on the relationship between Hollywood and Beijing, Tatiana has delivered incredibly important, impactful journalism on the entertainment industry time and time again. I couldn’t be happier about her joining the Rolling Stone family,” said Shachtman.
“This marks a bittersweet moment. While I am sad to say goodbye to the incredibly talented journalists at The Hollywood Reporter — some of whom I’ve been working with since 2003 and consider to be close friends — I am incredibly excited by the prospect of teaming with Noah Shachtman, who I have long admired. Noah’s blend of fearless journalism and thirst for the compelling dovetails perfectly with my own sensibility,” said Siegel.”
The addition of Tatiana Siegel, who was named print journalist of the year the 2019 National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards, builds on the growing number of world-class reporters and editors who have recently signed on to join the Rolling Stone editorial team, including Nancy Dillon, Kara Voght, Tomas Mier, and Lisa Tozzi. Siegel’s hire also comes at a defining moment for the brand. As high-profile exposes on Marilyn Manson and Eric Clapton have shown, there’s a renewed, clear focus on hard-hitting journalism.
Dec 4, 2021: US based, ARTnews announced it will launch a Japanese edition as part of a license agreement with Japanese company MAGUS Co. The digital only Japanese edition is set to go live January 2022. Content will focus on the global art news, market trends worldwide with an emphasis on robust video content.
“Japan has long been one of the most exciting places in the world for contemporary art, and I’m thrilled that America’s oldest and most respected art magazine now has a Japanese edition, said Sara Douglas, Editor-In- Chief of ARTnews US. Since it began as Hyde’s Weekly Art News in 1902, ARTnews has been the authoritative source for top-notch, award-winning reporting on visual art and its markets. It’s exciting to further expand our sophisticated global audience, and to share with that expanded audience features like our breaking news, in-depth features, and our definitive annual list of the world’s Top 200 Collectors, which we have been producing since 1990.”
“Currently, there is no Japanese media platform dedicated to coverage of the art world. ARTnews JAPAN will be the first of its kind offering art enthusiasts a range of information from major breaking art news to niche subjects never available before now,” said Shiho Nakamura, editorial director of ARTnews JAPAN.
ARTnews JAPAN aims to democratize the world of art creating accessibility into a range of subjects including how art is used today as part of corporate responsibility and strategy. Readers can expect expansive coverage of news and candid reviews on topics ranging from NFT’s to more locally specific explorations of the Japanese art scene.
About ARTnews US:
Founded in 1902, ARTnews is the oldest and most widely circulated art magazine in the world. Its readership of 180,000 in 124 countries includes collectors, dealers, historians, artists, museum directors, curators, connoisseurs, and enthusiasts. Published in print six times a year, it reports on the art, people, issues, trends, and events shaping the international art world. The magazine’s thousands of contributors have included Pete Hamill, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Carlos Fuentes https://www.artnews.com/
About MAGUS
MAGUS, aims to create a new community and a new art economic ecosystem, aggregating the world of art on one platform. By connecting the world and Japan, by connecting buying entities and producing entities, we aim to create a society where people, in their ordinary daily life, talk about social issues through art, and actively buy art. We aim to contribute to the transformation of the society whereby corporate engagement in art is appreciated and appraised as a corporate value.
Contacts
Penske Media
Brooke Jaffe
VP of Public Affairs & Strategy
MAGUS Co.
magusinfo@magus-corp.jp
November 8, 2021 – Los Angeles, CA: Today, Penske Media Corp (PMC) announced a strategic partnership with enterprise customer data platform Treasure Data to integrate their technology into PMC’s extensive portfolio of brands. The consumer journey has become exceedingly more complex in recent years and through this partnership, PMC’S brands will have the ability to connect data with more specificity, making meaningful, value driving connections with its audience.
Penske Media continues to be a trailblazer in the industry, becoming one of the first media companies to move away from third-party cookies to collect audience data to a more secure and organic first-party data collection business model.
“The partnership with Treasure Data is driving efficiency and centricity in our data operations,” said Brett Goverman PMC’s AVP, Data Strategy. “Centralizing the data from interactions with our audiences across all platforms enables PMC to generate insights about our audience as holistic individuals, not just impressions on a page.”
Earlier this year, PMC participated in its first IAB NewFronts where they announced the launch of PMC Atlas Data Studio, its proprietary first-party data strategy engineered to deliver unparalleled insights to brand partners. Atlas Data Studio has optimized and connected learnings across PMC’s entire umbrella of brands spanning music, entertainment, fashion, luxury, art, women’s interests and more.
“The cookieless world is inevitable and PMC is proactively taking the steps in prioritizing their consumer experience while harnessing the first-party data they have throughout their portfolio,” says Steve Letourneau, VP Growth & CX at Treasure Data. “With Treasure Data’s flexible CDP, brands can quickly leverage customer data to deliver both personal and ethical customer experiences for their audiences and create a true value exchange between brands and consumers.”
“The PMC portfolio is at the forefront of so many topics that drive us as individuals,” said Craig Perreault PMC’s Chief Digital Officer. “Whether its lifestyle, entertainment, music, or technology, the breadth and depth of the PMC portfolio is what enables us to build an interest graph based on what users are engaged with, and how they consume it. Accessing this activity within a simple and user-friendly platform makes it easy to take action and surface learnings to our partners.”
With over 134 million unique viewers a month across its 23 brands according to comScore, Penske Media’s portfolio is synonymous with culture, heritage, and prestige. PMC’s highly engaged audience looks to its titles to inform their passions, professional industry insights and personal interests. Through the implementation of Treasure Data’s platform into its Atlas Data Studio, the media house aims to evolve with today’s consumers, delivering the best content and one-of-a-kind experiences that continue to inform, inspire, and define modern culture.
About Penske Media Corporation
PMC is a leading independent global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, Penske Media has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Gold Derby and Spy.com, among many others. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good.
About Treasure Data
Treasure Data is a best-of-breed enterprise customer data platform (CDP) that powers the entire business to reclaim customer-centricity in the age of the digital customer. We do this by connecting all data into one smart customer data platform, uniting teams and systems to power purposeful engagements that drive value and protect privacy for every customer, every time. Trusted by leading companies around the world, Treasure Data customers span the Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises. To learn more, visit www.treasuredata.com.
Press Contacts:
PMC
Brooke Jaffe
VP of Public Affairs and Strategy, Penske Media Corporation
Steven Huizar (Los Angeles)
Manager of Communications, Penske Media Corporation
Treasure Data
Marci Bontadelli
Senior Analyst and Media Relations Manager
October 26, 2021 – Los Angeles, CA: The Hollywood Reporter (THR) has announced that Tyler Coates and Beatrice Verhoeven will be joining the company as leaders of the publication’s Awards Team. As its new Awards Editor and Deputy Awards Editor respectively, Coates and Verhoeven will be reporting to Deputy Editorial Director Jeanie Pyun under Editorial Director Nekesa Moody. Both Coates and Verhoeven are based in Los Angeles and will be generating print and digital content in the increasingly competitive landscape of Oscars and Emmys awards seasons’ projects and players.
“Tyler Coates and Beatrice Verhoeven are impressive journalists who have proven their ability to produce smart, compelling and forward-thinking content in the awards space,” said Moody. “THR is devoting even more resources to awards content across platforms and I’m excited to watch Tyler and Beatrice elevate our industry-leading coverage to new heights.”
Prior to his work with The Hollywood Reporter, Coates served as the senior culture editor at Esquire, where he managed entertainment coverage for the magazine’s website. He previously worked as the founding deputy editor at Decider and has also written for WIRED, Billboard, Entertainment Weekly, Columbia Journalism Review, Slate and The Village Voice.
“I’m thrilled to join the staff of The Hollywood Reporter, which was been one of my favorite publications for years,” said Coates. “It’s an honor to join such an impressive team of writers and reporters to cover an exciting and vital part of the entertainment industry.”
Verhoeven was born and raised in Germany before she came to Los Angeles, where she worked her way up from intern to film editor at TheWrap. In the last six years, she’s written investigative pieces while covering the awards space and winning several Los Angeles Press Club awards, including sharing in this year’s first-place win for best broadcast/film entertainment news.
“I could not be more excited to join the awards team at The Hollywood Reporter and to work with Tyler Coates, along with the rest of the amazing staff at the publication,” said Verhoeven. “I’ve long admired THR and the writers and editors behind it, and I can’t wait to be a part of it going forward.”
Coates and Verhoeven start at THR during a time of exhilarating growth as it continues its legacy of exceptional journalism. This year, the publication has won 10 National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards and received a Daytime Emmy nomination for its Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter roundtable series, with its website being awarded the top honors at the Southern California Journalism Awards.
Press Contacts:
Brooke Jaffe
Head of Public Affairs and Communications, Penske Media Corporation
Steven Huizar (Los Angeles)
Manager of Communications, Penske Media Corporation
October 21, 2021 New York, NY: This week, Penske Media Corporation (PMC) and Tasty Media have announced a new partnership to launch Rolling Stone en Español. Under a multi-year license, Rolling Stone en Español will feature original content highlighting the best in Hispanic culture to Spanish-language speakers across Latin America and Spain. The new venture will provide culturally relevant journalism to Spanish music fans through the lens of inclusivity and diversity, further extending Rolling Stone’s global reach to more than 50 million consumers through its online platform and a unified print edition.
“We are thrilled to announce the launch of Rolling Stone en Español with our partners at Tasty Media,” said Rolling Stone President and COO, Gus Wenner. “Spain and Latin America have given the world some of the most iconic musicians, festivals, and culturally significant moments, many of which have played a major role in shaping Rolling Stone’s legacy. Today is the beginning of another exciting chapter in our evolution.”
“We are very excited to keep working on the renewal process of Rolling Stone in Latin America and Spain. We believe and live the heritage of one the greatest institutions of journalism of all time. Also, in a new media era, we need to be creative and explore different business capabilities such as digital ecosystems, experiences & concerts, merchandising & branded products, films, and venues,” Diego Ortiz, Rolling Stone en Español Editor & Publisher, said. “Latin American content and audience are now global, and our mission is to bring the best of arts and Latin pop culture. With a multi-cultural team, we will continue creating the best-curated content, unique experiences, and the best coverage for all the news that fits.”
This is the just the latest in a slew of new brand extensions for Rolling Stone as it continues to grow its legacy beyond the pages of its US print title through strategic licensing opportunities. Its collaboration with Tasty Media is a natural progression for the brand in widening its global footprint and engaging young and influential audiences around the world.
Rolling Stone Colombia, Mexico, and Spain were consolidated prior to this partnership with staffers from each title now reporting to one overarching editorial team to deliver best in class content and experiences for Hispanic audiences globally.
Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone, the number one brand in music publishing, has been the leading voice of music and popular culture for over 50 years. The multi-media brand features the latest music reviews, in-depth interviews, hard-hitting political commentary, and award-winning journalism across several platforms such as magazine, digital, mobile, social, and experiential marketing. Headquartered in New York, Rolling Stone provides “all the news that fits” to a global audience of approximately 60
million people every month and publishes over 100 pieces of content every day. For more information, please visit http://www.rollingstone.com.
Penske Media Corporation
PMC is a leading independent global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a devoted monthly audience of more than 310 million people. Since 2004, Penske Media has been a digital media pioneer and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands; Deadline, Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Art in America, Fairchild Media, and Spy.com, among many others. Daily, PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unique in their ambition, depth and courage. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles, with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. To learn more about PMC, our 2 % Foundation, and our portfolio of brands, please visit http://www.PMC.com.
Tasty Media
Tasty Media is an independent media, brand services company and strategic partner of several worldwide top brands. Established in 2008, it has developed a portfolio in different business units and has connected brands with audiences all over Latin America, working with them advertising wise since then. Tasty Media has been the most remarkable music and culture publisher in the region, creating tons of stories, and connecting with over 20 million people. Independence and teamwork philosophy are its main values and corporate principles.
Press Contacts:
Rolling Stone
Steven Huizar
Penske Media Corporation, Manager of Communications shuizar@pmc.com
Tasty Media
Nanette Lamboy
Artist Solutions, Founder & CEO nanette.lamboy@artistsolutions.team
July 19, 2021 Los Angeles, CA: Today, The Hollywood Reporter (THR) announced that Patricia Mays will be joining the company as its Executive Editor of News, overseeing the digital news strategy of the award-winning publication across the brand, including its recently relaunched website.
“Patricia is a dynamic leader who will be an incredible asset to an already stellar newsroom, one known for breaking news, investigative journalism, revealing features and eye-catching visuals,” said Nekesa Mumbi Moody, THR’s editorial director. “Patricia’s expertise in digital and proven track record coupled with her ability to produce unique, compelling journalism across multiple mediums, will allow THR to further distinguish itself as the leader in entertainment and industry news.”
Mays will start her new position on August 16th. In the role, she will manage the digital staff, and work closely with Moody and other editors as THR continues its focus on a digital-first newsroom with a robust print component.
Mays comes to THR from ESPN, where she oversaw the national coverage team of correspondents, field producers and assignment desk editors for ESPN’s flagship news program, SportsCenter, as well as other TV studio shows, live events and digital.
“Joining the superbly talented, creative newsroom at The Hollywood Reporter is an exciting next chapter in my journalism career, and I am eager to work with this team to continue finding ways to innovate around THR’s exceptional coverage of the entertainment industry and expand the audience,” said Mays.
Mays has been instrumental in leading the production of award-winning feature content, capturing a Sports Emmy and successfully orchestrating cross-platform integration across TV, digital, audio, and direct-to-consumer. During her tenure, ESPN was the No. 1 online sports destination in audience metrics and time spent. Before joining ESPN in 2009, Mays was sports editor at The Press-Enterprise newspaper in Southern California and worked for The Associated Press for a decade in various key roles, including as assistant sports editor.
Mays joins THR in a time of exciting growth as it continues its legacy of exceptional journalism. The brand joined Penske Media Corporation earlier this year and has made news for breaking stories such as Scott Rudin’s long history of abuse and Billy Porter’s cover story that revealed his HIV status. Earlier this year, it won 10 National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards and received a Daytime Emmy nomination for its Closeup with the Hollywood Reporter roundtable series.
About The Hollywood Reporter
The Hollywood Reporter (THR) is a flagship entertainment media brand, offering in-depth reporting, analysis, unparalleled access, world-class photography and video, and feature exclusives in its award-winning weekly magazine and dynamic website. The Hollywood Reporter also boasts prestigious live events, industry-leading philanthropic, empowerment and diversity initiatives and hugely successful video series including “Close Up With The Hollywood Reporter,” which was nominated for a 2019 Daytime Emmy Award. In 2020, The Hollywood Reporter won the National Magazine Award for General Excellence, Special Interest, awarded by the American Society of Magazine Editors.
July 15, 2021 New York, NY: Today, Rolling Stone announced Noah Shachtman as Editor-in-Chief. He will officially begin his role on September 8, 2021. Shachtman will lead content, editorial strategy and manage Rolling Stone’s illustrious staff of editors, videographers, designers and reporters. He comes to Rolling Stone from The Daily Beast, where he served as Editor- in-Chief since 2018 and will report into Rolling Stone’s President and COO, Gus Wenner.
“Rolling Stone changed my life. Its music journalism helped push me to play in bands for real. Its conflict reporting gave me a north star to aim for when I was a national security reporter. Its gonzo political journalism inspired me as an editor. I can’t wait to work with Rolling Stone’s talented team to write the next chapter of this amazing story. Let’s do this,” said Shachtman.
Prior to beginning his career in journalism, Shachtman was a staffer in the Bill Clinton 1992 presidential campaign and a touring musician. Shachtman has written for the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Wall Street Journal, and reported from Iraq, Afghanistan, Russia and elsewhere around the globe. Joining Wired in as a contributing editor in 2006, Shachtman co-founded the Danger Room blog, which won the 2007 Online Journalism Award for Best Beat Reporting and the 2012 National Magazine Award for reporting in digital media. During his tenure at The Daily Beast, he helped turn the site into a “journalistic scoop factory,” according to the Poynter Institute.
“Noah is a brilliant editor and journalist and has deep expertise running a digital first operation, which will be critical to our continued growth,” said Wenner. “As iconic as Rolling Stone’s past is, I could not be more excited about our future with this team in place.”
Over the past several years Rolling Stone has grown substantially, expanding its presence across platforms and widening its global footprint. In addition to its website, social media channels and print magazine, Rolling Stone recently announced a multiyear partnership with streaming platform Twitch, and produced a range of podcasts and notable film projects this year. While business model diversification is a focus, award-winning journalism remains the cornerstone of the brand identity.
About Rolling Stone
Five decades since its founding, Rolling Stone today has evolved into a multi-platform content brand with unrivalled access and authority, reaching a global audience of over 60 million people per month. Staying true to its mission to tell exceptional stories that illuminate the culture of our times, Rolling Stone is an authority for music reviews, in-depth interviews, hard-hitting political commentary and award-winning journalism across print, digital, mobile, video, social and events. Operated and published by Penske Media Corporation, Rolling Stone provides “all the news that fits.”
The Event Will Celebrate Los Angeles’s Diversity & Creative Communities Through Immersive Events And Experiences Across Entertainment, Food, Comedy, Art, Fashion, Sports and All-Star Musical Performances
July 1, 2021, Los Angeles, CA: Penske Media Corporation (PMC), a leading global media and live events company, is launching LA3C, an annual two day festival celebrating Los Angeles. The festival’s mark, LA3C, stands for Los Angeles (LA), the Capital of Creativity & Culture (3C). The inaugural event will take place in LA State Historic Park, launching December 10 and 11 2022.
The festival will be a curation of best-in-class experiences and events across a range of locations throughout LA County that will welcome visitors from around the world. Guests can anticipate one-of-a-kind comedy events, numerous live concerts and performances, immersive culinary experiences, fashion activations, leading-actor roundtables and a chance to watch artists and creators in motion.
LA3C is an open-architecture festival inviting like-minded artists, brands, nonprofits and musicians to add to the festival’s inclusive programming and content. Additionally, LA3C will leverage the expertise and access of Penske Media properties including Variety, Rolling Stone, Deadline, Billboard, VIBE, The Hollywood Reporter, WWD, Sportico, SHE Media, ARTnews, Robb Report and LDJ.
PMC Chairman and CEO Jay Penske has appointed Juan Mora as LA3C Chief Executive, an impact investor and non-profit leader. “This will be the first festival of its kind to fortify a city that combines talent, diversity and culture like no other while engaging with organizations solving some of the city’s pressing challenges,” said Mora. “Jay’s vision and the commitment to positively impact the city of Los Angeles is inspiring. I plan to leverage the expertise of Penske Media’s iconic brands to create an experience for all visitors, and we invite creatives, musicians, and artists to join in our mission.”
“Los Angeles’s influence and inspiration permeates globally. After 18 months of isolation, it feels now is the time for gathering around the elements of culture that connect us,” said Penske. “We welcome the opportunity to engage Los Angeles’s diverse communities and we have allocated resources to invest back into the city through support of local nonprofit organizations. With Juan’s leadership and experience across mission driven businesses, this event and its potential impact are limitless.”
For more details about LA3C please visit: www.LA3C.com
About Penske Media
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading independent global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 310 million. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Deadline, Variety, Rolling Stone, SXSW, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Art in America, Fairchild Media, Spy.com, among many others. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. To learn more about PMC, our 2% Foundation, and our portfolio of brands, please visit: http://www.pmc.com/.
Media Contact
Brooke Jaffe
Penske Media Corporation, VP of Public Affairs and Strategy
bjaffe@pmc.com
May 2021 — New York, NY: In its inaugural year, Sportico, a digital content platform providing sports business news, was recognized by the The Society of Advancing Business Editing and Writing (SABEW) for excellence in journalism.
The first award was given to journalists Brendan Coffey, Peter Schwartz and Lev Akabas for three different features as part of SABEW’s Business of Sports package. According to SABEW: “If simplicity and clarity are the essence of good journalism, the Sportico work is a brilliant example of it. The graphic for the valuation of sports teams, for instance, is a masterwork in reporting, distilling and presenting complex material in a straightforward, easily accessible way.” Links to the winning entries below.
SPACs: What a Special Purpose Acquisition Company Means for Sports (Brendan Coffey)
Dallas Cowboys Top Sportico’s 2020 NFL Franchise Valuations Report (Peter Schwartz)
Interactive Data Viz Chart for All 32 NFL Franchise Valuations (Lev Akabas)
An honorable mention was given to Emily Caron for the feature “College Sports Dealmakers Treat Tampons Same as Porn, Politics and Tobacco.” SABEW credited the story for revealing “the embarrassing truth that female hygiene products such as tampons were listed like porn and other sexual vices in collegiate sports marketing contracts.” SABEW says that Sportico’s coverage prompted at least one major university to halt the practice.” Link to story below.
College Sports Dealmakers Treat Tampons Same as Porn, Politics and Tobacco (Emily Caron)
About Sportico
Established in 2020, Sportico is a digital content platform providing sports industry news, data, insights, strategies, leadership and live media experiences for professionals in the $500 billion sports industry. Launched by PMC in 2020 as the global media and publishing leader in the business of sports, Sportico has offices in New York and Los Angeles with reporters throughout the world committed to providing breaking news in the sports business industry covered by the world’s top journalists.
About SABEW
SABEW is the world’s largest and oldest organization of business and financial journalists. The SABEW virtual awards celebrated 78 winners and 69 honorable mentions to ground-breaking journalism produced in 2020, a year in which the pandemic, an economic downturn, and a presidential election converged into a nonstop news cycle. SABEW received 1,126 entries from 161 news organizations ranging from international, national and regional news outlets to specialized business publications
Penske Media, one of the largest media companies worldwide joins the IAB Newfronts for the first time, celebrating its 24 brand portfolio, and revealing what recent partnership with premier culture festival SXSW has in store for the company's future.
May 6, 2021: Penske Media Corporation (PMC), owner of Variety, Rolling Stone and Deadline made its debut at the IAB NewFronts with a celebratory film highlighting its expansive 24 brand portfolio presented by PMC’s Chief Partnerships Officer, Mark Howard. Howard joined PMC in May 2020 along with Mike Monroe, PMC’s Chief Marketing Officer. Their appointments mark a strategic effort by the company to build a corporate-level infrastructure offering meaningful business-driving synergies across the prestigious and iconic portfolio. The video, a collaboration between PMC Studios and Penske Media’s own LDJ Productions, emphasized the opportunity for advertisers looking to leverage the scale, cultural relevance and dominance of Penske Media’s brands across entertainment, music, fashion and more.
“Although 2020 was a challenging year, our team was creative and prolific. This year we focused on platform innovation and expansion, and launched our proprietary first party data platform, Atlas Data Studio. We are lucky to have content that speaks to our audiences’ passions across film, television, music, fashion, art, luxury, parenting and more” said Howard. “This year felt like the right time to come to the NewFronts and share our progress developing activations for PMC’s audiences and data-centric solutions to curate and target content more effectively to our highly engaged audiences.”
Another differentiating opportunity PMC highlighted for advertisers is SHE Media’s Meaningful Marketplace, a community of over 2,000 premium, minority-owned sites built to enable greater opportunity for under-served publishers. SHE Media’s collective network allows advertisers to attain audience reach and efficiency while investing in under-served markets.
“We are excited to show our partners that PMC continues to be synonymous with culture, quality and unparalleled reach. In 2020, we strengthened our constellation of brands with the addition of The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Vibe, Sportico, LDJ Productions and most recently SXSW. Adding these names to sit alongside current portfolio titles like Variety, Rolling Stone and SHE Media and Robb Report, creates a new dimension of opportunity for partners to work with Penske Media as a whole. We look forward to sharing our brand story and the power of what we can do as we tap into one of the most engaged audiences in the marketplace,” said Chief Marketing Officer, Mike Monroe.
PMC’s most recent investment in SXSW will further connect audiences to content that celebrates human connection and one-of-a-kind experiences, complementing, elevating, and inspiring each brand’s unique offerings.
In accordance with PMC’s dedication to delivering compelling and meaningful experiences, the company commissioned rising star, Moxarra Gonzalez, a Mexican artist, to create a limited edition NFT (Non-Fungible Token) for a select number of attendees. This one-of-a-kind token features an artistic digital mashup of PMC’s iconic brand logos. Gonzalez was selected by the editors at Penske Media’s ARTnews.
About Penske Media Corporation (PMC)
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading independent global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 310 million. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Deadline, Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, WWD, SHE Media, SXSW, Robb Report, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Art in America, Fairchild Media, Spy.com, among many others. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. To learn more about PMC, our 2% Foundation, and our portfolio of brands, please visit: http://www.pmc.com/.
About NewFronts
The NewFronts is an annual series of events founded by Digitas, Google/YouTube, Hulu, Microsoft, and Verizon Media (formerly known as AOL and Yahoo), in 2012. It is committed to the creation of valuable partnerships between brands and native digital content. Content.23 Media, Inc. produced the IAB 2020 NewFronts and will return as producers for the IAB 2021 NewFronts.
About IAB
The Interactive Advertising Bureau empowers the media and marketing industries to thrive in the digital economy. Its membership comprises more than 650 leading media companies, brands, and the technology firms responsible for selling, delivering, and optimizing digital ad marketing campaigns. The trade group fields critical research on interactive advertising, while also educating brands, agencies, and the wider business community on the importance of digital marketing. In affiliation with the IAB Tech Lab, IAB develops technical standards and solutions. IAB is committed to professional development and elevating the knowledge, skills, expertise, and diversity of the workforce across the industry. Through the work of its public policy office in Washington, D.C., the trade association advocates for its members and promotes the value of the interactive advertising industry to legislators and policymakers. Founded in 1996, IAB is headquartered in New York City.
Media Contacts
Brooke Jaffe
Penske Media Corporation, Head of Public Affairs and Communications
bjaffe@pmc.com
Francesca Cascardo
Penske Media Corporation, Manager of Communications
fcascardo@pmc.com
Los Angeles, CA – May 4, 2021 – Today, The Hollywood Reporter (THR) announced the relaunch of its website, Hollywoodreporter.com, redesigned to provide audiences with unparalleled access to the latest in entertainment news. With a modern look showcasing its indepth reporting, world-class photography & video, and feature exclusives, the updates mark THR’s first website redesign since 2014 and a new chapter for the brand since becoming a part of Penske Media Corporation (PMC) in September 2020.
Reimagined around THR’s 91-year-old mission of celebrating world-class reporting and connecting readers to their passions, Hollywoodreporter.com features a new design reflective of the brand’s clean, distinguished style, a breaking news banner that will alert visitors to the top stories of the moment, and a faster, more flexible home page, allowing readers to explore the stories they’re interested in and delve into the topics they care about most.
“We couldn’t be more excited for our readers to experience the reimagined website,” said Nekesa Mumbi Moody, THR’s Editorial director. “It will better highlight our unparalleled access to the entertainment industry and excellent journalism, from The Hollywood Reporter’s investigative work and revealing features with newsmakers, to our coverage of breaking news and our reviews. It will also spotlight our multimedia efforts, including photo portraits, video, such as our esteemed Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter roundtable series, and podcasts. Finally, the website will mirror THR’s priorities to expand our coverage of diverse voices, younger talents and broader representation in Hollywood.”
In addition to a refreshed desktop webpage, the mobile version of Hollywoodreporter.com will boast top loading speeds and responsiveness, as well as a clean, headline-first display so readers can quickly catch up on the latest news.
Visit Hollywoodreporter.com to experience the new look and features
Austin, Texas – April 19, 2021 – South by Southwest® (SXSW®) and P-MRC Holdings, LLC. announced a partnership today that aligns P-MRC as a long-term partner with and shareholder of SXSW, LLC. P-MRC, a joint venture between Penske Media Corporation and MRC whose holdings include some of the most influential brands in entertainment and music, including Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, Rolling Stone, Variety, and Vibe, will bring media expertise and new avenues for discovery to SXSW’s iconic event. The deal will also expand SXSW’s potential for new events and business models.
“It has been an incredibly tough period for small businesses, SXSW included,” said CEO and Co-Founder Roland Swenson. “When Jay Penske approached us with an interest in becoming a partner, it was a true lifeline for us. Both of our companies share a passion for producing high quality content that helps shape modern culture, so this feels like a natural alliance. Now we are focused on the March 2022 event, and we’re honored to embark on a new chapter of SXSW with both his experience and the capabilities of P–MRC at our side.”
Jay Penske, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Penske Media, said, “We are grateful and proud to become enduring partners with SXSW, and collaborate with its exceptional team. Since 1987, SXSW has been the world’s premier festival centered at the convergence of tech, media, film, and music. Today SXSW continues to be one of the most recognized brands for empowering creative talent and bringing together the brightest creators of our time. As part of this significant investment, we plan to build upon SXSW’s incredible foundation while extending the platform further digitally and assisting Roland and his incredible team to bring their vision to even greater heights.”
SXSW’s management team and core business will remain unchanged in keeping its focus on the March 2022 event in Austin, and with this partnership pursuing the exploration of new capabilities in providing quality programming to its diverse community of highly engaged creative professionals.
About SXSW
SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. In 2021, the event moved to a digital format. SXSW Online offered conference sessions, music showcases, film screenings, an XR event, exhibitions, and a variety of networking and professional development opportunities. An essential destination for global professionals, SXSW 2022 will take place March 11th through March 20th. For more information, please visit: sxsw.com.
About Penske Media Corporation (PMC)
PMC is a leading independent global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 310 million. Since 2004, Penske Media has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Deadline, Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Art in America, Fairchild Media, and Spy.com, among many others. Together, these brands offer clients opportunities to reach an influential audience at scale through editorial, advertising, and other marketing solutions. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. To learn more about PMC, our 2% Foundation, and our portfolio of brands, please visit: http://www.pmc.com/.
About MRC
MRC is a diversified global entertainment company with divisions including Film, Television, Live & Alternative and Non-Fiction as well as joint ventures in data and publishing. MRC Television is the largest and most award-winning independent TV studio in North America. MRC Live & Alternative is the largest producer and proprietor of live-event entertainment programming broadcasts worldwide. MRC Film and Non-Fiction source, develop, finance, and produce critically acclaimed films, docuseries and feature documentaries. MRC owns a majority stake in Civic Center Media, A-Major Media and has minority investments in A24, Fulwell 73, Sugar23 and T-Street. For more information on MRC EntertainmentTM please visit: www.mrcentertainment.com.
March 9, 2021—Los Angeles, CA: Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announces the launch of PMC Atlas Data Studio, a proprietary first-party data strategy engineered to deliver unparalleled insights to brand partners. Atlas Data Studio will optimize and connect learnings across the publisher’s entire portfolio of brands spanning music, entertainment, fashion, luxury, art, women’s interests and more.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with our partners on building Atlas Data Studio from the ground up over the last year,” said Mark Howard, Penske Media’s Chief Advertising and Partnerships Officer. “It leverages the latest people-based targeting capabilities and identity mapping to reach audiences at scale while maintaining consumer data privacy. We are very excited about the level of specificity Atlas DS will bring to our advertising partners and what it means to the future of the business.”
PMC Atlas Data Studio draws on audiences’ content interests specifically linked to their varying degrees of engagement with newsletters, virtual events, apps, subscription and membership programs, paywalls, polls, surveys and data enrichment partnerships. Today’s announcement is one part of a long-term digital strategy and product offering that Penske Media has been rolling out over the last six months.
The publisher’s transition to a first-party data strategy comes as the industry continues to move away from third-party cookies in favor of protecting consumer data. While the shift in policy has prompted many companies to adopt similar strategies, the timing of Atlas Data Studios’ launch has given Penske Media a unique opportunity to integrate the latest privacy protocols and to tap into unified data across its portfolio of brands.
With over 134 million unique viewers a month across its 23 brands according to comScore, Penske Media’s portfolio is synonymous with culture, heritage and prestige. PMC’s highly engaged audience looks to its titles to inform their passions, professional industry insights and personal interests.
Through its Atlas Data Studio, the media house aims to evolve with today’s consumers, delivering the best content and one-of-a-kind experiences that continue to inform, inspire and define modern culture.
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About PMC
PMC is a leading independent global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, Penske Media has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Gold Derby and Spy.com, among many others. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth and courage. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good.
Press Contacts:
Brooke Jaffe
Penske Media Corporation, Head of Public Affairs and Communications
bjaffe@pmc.com
Francesca Cascardo
Penske Media Corporation, Manager of Communications
fcascardo@pmc.com
NEW YORK, NY January 29, 2021: Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announced a new partnership with YT Media, one of China’s leading media and art companies, launching the Chinese Edition of Rolling Stone.
Under a multiyear license, Rolling Stone China will feature original and syndicated content tailored to a booming consumer market and providing a new lifestyle brand to China’s Y-generation and 600 million online music consumers.
Rolling Stone China’s launch issue, out now, features cover stars Zhang Chu and Roy Wang, as well as Paul McCartney and Taylor Swift in “Musicians on Musicians” interviews. This debut issue will be followed by a series of corresponding core products and experiences including: a website, WeChat, Weibo, Bilibili channels, events, and quarterly print issues.
“The opportunity to share our content and experiences with our biggest fans in China is truly exciting,” said Gus Wenner, President and Chief Operating Officer, Rolling Stone. “This new partnership is a great way for us to show all that Rolling Stone has to offer on an international scale as we continue to grow.”
“Today, with the support of Penske Media Corporation and the trust of Rolling Stone, I am honored to lead our young team to develop the business of Rolling Stone China,” said Xu Ning, Founder, YT Media. “We hope that through music, art, and love for this brand, Rolling Stone China will become the lighthouse of modern culture.”
Rolling Stone China will further strengthen PMC’s presence across its portfolio of brands in this ever-important region. Other PMC titles with Chinese editions include: WWD China, Variety China and Robb Report China.
Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone, the number one brand in music publishing, has been the leading voice of music and popular culture for over 50 years. The multi-media brand features the latest in music reviews, in-depth interviews, hard-hitting political commentary and award-winning journalism across several platforms including magazine, digital, mobile, social and experiential marketing. Headquartered in New York, Rolling Stone provides “all the news that fits” to a global audience of approximately 60 million people every month and publishes over 100 pieces of content every day. For more information, please visit www.rollingstone.com.
Penske Media Corporation
PMC is a leading independent global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 310 million. Since 2004, Penske Media has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Deadline, Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Art in America, Fairchild Media, and Spy.com, among many others. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth and courage. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. To learn more about PMC, our 2% Foundation, and our portfolio of brands, please visit www.PMC.com.
YT Media
YT Media is a global IP operation platform and the cultural media company invested by the Sun Wah Group and the UCCA Group. YT Media covers music media, art tourism, and sensory lifestyle, providing quality content for the public and creative marketing solutions for corporate clients. As a new generation content IP platform in China, YT Media’s IP products include: the Rolling Stone China, U2 by UCCA, the Great Artist and the CookBook etc. The mission of YT Media is to work with visionary pioneers and cultural institutions from around the world to explore global art, music, theatre and all forms of creative lifestyle in order to generate a new cultural impact in China. www.ytmedia.com
NEW YORK, NY January 14, 2020: Billboard announces the elevation of Julian Holguin to President effective immediately. Holguin will assume oversight of all Billboard business operations globally, including strategic planning and financial management. Most recently, Holguin served as Billboard’s EVP, Head of Sales and Partnerships for MRC Entertainment. Holguin reports to George Grobar, Chief Operating Officer, PMC. He will be based in Los Angeles.
“I am thrilled to have Julian at the helm of Billboard. His experience and innovative business strategy make him an ideal choice to take Billboard into the next phase of growth” said Chairman and CEO, Jay Penske.”
“I am honored to assume this post for Billboard. The legacy and impact the brand continues to have on the music and media industry is undeniable. Billboard’s transformation over the last eight years has been a thrilling ride. I am incredibly proud of the growth we have achieved and the team that made it happen. We will continue to evolve the brand and strive to innovate with the incredible support of PMC” said Holguin.
Julian Holguin is a seasoned music and media executive, with vast experience across digital publishing, social media, broadcast television and live events. He joined Billboard in 2012, and was quickly promoted to VP of Brand Partnerships, leading the company’s transformation from a business-to-business trade publication to an industry and consumer facing hybrid, engaging fans through a multiplatform approach. Julian oversaw the strategic revenue and growth effort as Billboard merged with The Hollywood Reporter in 2014 and acquired Spin Media in 2016, leading the company to record increases in consumer advertising, live events, partnerships, licensing and branded content. Prior to his promotion, he served as Billboard’s EVP, Head of Sales and Partnerships for MRC Entertainment.
In September of 2020, Billboard became part of P-MRC Holdings, a joint venture between MRC and Penske Media Corportation. The partnership will allow Billboard to leverage the Penske Media infrastructure and utilize the PMC technology and delivery platforms. MRC will collaborate with the P-MRC brands to create new opportunities for industry and consumers surrounding its powerful portfolio of live event and awards shows.
About Billboard
Established in 1894, Billboard is a global music media brand, with a renowned authority among artists, fans and the industry. Billboard powers the ultimate global music destination and magazine, featuring unrivaled reporting on music news, issues and trends, the industry’s definitive charts, encompassing the most complete and well-respected database of charts across all music genres. Billboard also produces elite conferences and events which regularly convene the industry and consumers around important conversations – from the annual Power 100 to Women in Music to Pride Summit and more.
LOS ANGELES, CA January 13, 2021: Penske Media announces it will be an official media partner for CES 2021, the world’s most influential tech event. The premiere event with take place this year January 11-14 in its first-ever, all digital format.
Penske Media operates some of the most influential brands across entertainment, music and culture—including: Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Deadline, Rolling Stone, Billboard, VIBE, WWD, and BGR. Variety has been a long-time contributor to the Entertainment Summit at CES, but 2021 marks a first-time partnership with Penske Media Corporation.
“Hollywood, music, and fashion continue to be transformed by technology, and the innovation introduced at CES is considered required reading among the industry leaders the PMC brands reach. We are proud to be a first-time partner this year and look forward to the digital-format and experience,” said Mike Monroe, CMO and Head of PMC Studios at Penske Media.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Penske Media for CES 2021,” said Jean Foster, SVP, Marketing and Communications, Consumer Technology Association, owner and producer of CES. “Leveraging PMC’s prestigious portfolio of brands and best in class content helps us reach critical audiences in media, entertainment, and culture.”
As part of the partnership, Penske Media ran an advertising campaign across its portfolio of sites driving registration for CES, and its brands will receive special livestreaming access to keynote speeches, press conferences and other events.
PMC is a leading independent global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 310 million. Since 2004, Penske Media has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, and Spy.com, among many others. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth and courage. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good.
LOS ANGELES, CA JANUARY 4, 2020: Elisabeth Deutschman Rabishaw and Victoria Gold have been elevated to Executive Vice President, Co-Publishers of The Hollywood Reporter effective immediately. Deutschman Rabishaw and Gold will oversee sales strategy, direct marketing, events and revenue streams for The Hollywood Reporter across all platforms globally. Together, Deutschman Rabishaw and Gold will collaborate with The Hollywood Reporter editorial teams on additive content, social media and video strategies as well as content creation for advertisers. This elevation comes as The Hollywood Reporter is poised for exciting growth and evolution. The Co-Publishing duo will be based in PMC’s Los Angeles headquarters.
“We are thrilled to have two very talented executives leading the business of The Hollywood Reporter. Victoria and Elisabeth bring experience, enthusiasm and a deep commitment to this legacy brand. We look forward to seeing their thoughtful and strategic vision play out as Co-Publishers” said Chairman and CEO, Jay Penske.
In a joint statement, Deutschman Rabishaw and Gold remarked: “It’s all about reimagining The Hollywood Reporter. Our goal is to work together to bridge the gap between sales and editorial, working to create new features and offerings across multiple platforms. It’s about capturing the mindset of a startup but having the legacy and foundation of a 90-year-old brand.”
The Hollywood Reporter became part of P-MRC Holdings in September 2020. The P-MRC Holdings media joint venture includes legendary brands Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Rolling Stone, Billboard, VIBE and Music Business Worldwide. The Hollywood Reporter will continue to present a myriad of opportunities for both the industry and consumers surrounding its powerful and engaging award-winning editorial content, portfolio of live events and award shows.
Elisabeth Deutschman Rabishaw brings extensive experience and a proven track record developing products and revenue streams. Deutschman Rabishaw joined The Hollywood Reporter in 2010 and was an integral member of the sales management team that evolved the brand into a weekly magazine and digital platform. She began as the Executive Director of Television and Media for the company, then served as Vice President, Senior Vice President and ultimately Co-Publisher. Deutschman Rabishaw‘s innovative print and digital marketing programs including sales narratives for the Emmy Awards, helped define The Hollywood Reporter as a destination in the marketplace. Prior to joining The Hollywood Reporter, Deutschman Rabishaw held leadership positions at TV Guide and Metro Networks and was credited for numerous innovative sales programs and industry firsts.
Victoria Gold is a seasoned entertainment executive, most recently serving as The Hollywood Reporter’s Senior Vice President of Entertainment. She joined The Hollywood Reporter in 2010 and was an integral member of the sales management team, transforming the brand from a traditional daily into a weekly magazine. Gold’s levels of success with print advertising, first to market sales solutions and new digital media programs are noteworthy. Prior to joining The Hollywood Reporter, Victoria spent eight years at Variety where she managed and helped to grow Variety’s film business.
NEW YORK, NY DECEMBER 14, 2020: Penske Media Corporation (PMC) announces the appointment of Marissa O’Hare as VP of Business Development effective immediately. O’Hare leads business development and audience growth initiatives for PMC’s portfolio of digital brands. She reports to Craig Perreault, Chief Digital Officer for the company, and is based in New York.
“Marissa is a seasoned media executive, uniquely poised to lead PMC’S strategies across social platforms, revenue generating partnerships and audience development teams across the entire portfolio. We are eager to leverage her talent and expertise” said Perreault.
In her most recent role, Marissa was the General Manager for Entertainment Weekly at Meredith Corporation. There, she managed the P&L for the brand, developed two podcasts, drove sales and created a more focused editorial feedback loop. Prior to Entertainment Weekly, Marissa spent over two years at the New York Post where she held the roles of VP, Audience Development and SVP, Digital Strategy.
Prior to the New York Post, Marissa held senior digital audience growth and business development roles at Wenner Media (Rolling Stone, Us Weekly, and Men’s Journal), POPSUGAR, NASDAQ, and Forbes. Marissa began her career at CNET working in digital product and marketing roles in San Francisco and London.
“PMC has always been a pioneering force in the digital media landscape. I am thrilled to join the team during a time of incredible growth and innovation. I’m excited to work in partnership with PMC’s thought leaders to generate new revenue streams and accelerate audience growth,” said O’Hare.
Marissa graduated from NYU’s Stern School of Business with a BS in Finance and Marketing.
ABOUT PMC
PMC is a leading independent global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 310 million. Since 2004, Penske Media has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Deadline, Variety, Rolling Stone, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, VIBE, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Art in America, Fairchild Media, and Spy.com, among many others. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth and courage. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. To learn more about PMC, our 2% Foundation, and our portfolio of brands, please visit www.PMC.com.
Penske Media Corporation Press Contact
Brooke Jaffe
