Clark Named SVP, Political/Gov. Sales, Urban One

• Urban One announced the promotion of Laura Clark to SVP, Political and Governmental Sales.

Ms. Clark (left) is an eight-year Urban One veteran who has overseen the political, advocacy, and government sales efforts across the company’s radio, television, network radio, and digital platforms. Her responsibilities include creating custom strategies, campaigns, and content for political candidates, advocacy organizations, and government sector partners who are interested in utilizing Urban One’s capabilities to engage the African American community. Clark also manages U1Source, a division of Urban One Inc., an outbound call center established to generate sales opportunities across the radio division.

For over two decades, Clark has had a successful career in media, government affairs, and advocacy — prior to joining Urban One, Clark worked at Clear Channel, CBS, and Bonneville. “Laura’s leadership at Urban One’s Radio One and Reach Media has been invaluable,” said David Kantor, CEO of Radio One and Reach Media. “Her vast knowledge and experience have created the opportunity for us to continually grow our revenues from these categories and exceed our expectations year after year. Laura is a critical asset for us as we head into midterm elections and prepare for the next presidential election cycle.”

Clark remarked, “I am extremely appreciative for this opportunity to help grow Urban One’a political and government initiatives, especially as we head into the 2022 mid-term election season… and beyond! I believe that Urban One is uniquely positioned to galvanize African American voters through our radio, digital, television, and grassroots outreach efforts.”