Entravision Chair & CEO Walter Ulloa Dies At 74
• UPDATED: Entravision announced that Walter F. Ulloa, the Company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, passed away of a sudden heart attack on Dec. 31, 2022 at the age of 74.
Entravision’s Board of Directors issued the following statement that reads, “We are profoundly saddened by the sudden passing of Walter Ulloa and extend our heartfelt condolences to Walter’s wife, son and entire family. Since founding Entravision more than 25 years ago, Walter has been an exceptional leader who transformed the company from a traditional multi-linear Spanish-language company that currently owns and operates approximately 100 domestic television and radio stations, to a global digital media powerhouse with a footprint that today reaches across more than 40 countries. Well-known and respected throughout the media industry, Walter’s passion, energy, and devotion to our company will be greatly missed. We have lost a leader and a friend.” In closing, the statement reads, “Thanks to Walter’s dynamic leadership, Entravision has assembled an experienced management team that will continue to drive the company’s long-term growth strategy as we serve our customers, our partners, and our shareholders.”
The Board also announced that it has appointed Chris Young, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, as Interim CEO. Young joined Entravision in August 2000 as CFO of the Company’s outdoor advertising division, rising to President in February 2004 prior to the division’s sale in May 2008. Since then he has served as Treasurer & CFO.
The Board of Directors will continue to meet to discuss matters related to the orderly transition and is currently conducting a search for a full-time replacement for the role of Chief Executive Officer.
NAB President & CEO Curtis LeGeyt issued the following statement: “Walter Ulloa was an outstanding ambassador for Spanish-language television and radio through his decades of leadership at Entravision. He gave back to his community through service on multiple boards and organizations, including the NAB Leadership Foundation Board of Directors. Our hearts are with Walter’s family and our friends at Entravision during this difficult time.”
Calling Ulloa “a true trailblazer in Latino media,” Stephanie Valencia and Jess Morales Rocketto, owners of the Latino Media Network, issued a statement that reads, in part, “[Walter] saw the value and promise of the Latino media industry before many others did. His north star was to serve our community and that he did, dedicating his life to that through his career and company at Entravision. Walter’s commitment to this cause has been and will continue to be an inspiration for us. His presence in this world was deeply felt and he will be greatly missed.”
