HBO Exec Joins Nexstar Board

• Nexstar Media Group, Inc., which owns and operates a bunch of television stations, WGN America, Antenna TV, and WGN Radio/Chicago announced the appointment of Bernadette S. Aulestia to its Board of Directors. Ms. Aulestia will serve as a Class I Director and will stand for election at the 2022 annual meeting of shareholders and will also serve on the Board’s compensation committee.

Ms. Aulestia brings with her 20 years of senior leadership experience in the areas of strategic planning, operations, distribution and the development of strategic marketing plans for the Hispanic, African-American, and Asian consumer. She joined HBO in 1997 and most recently served as President of Global Distribution from 2015 to 2019.

Perry Sook, Nexstar Media Group’s Founder, Chairman & CEO, stated, “Bernadette was an integral member of HBO’s executive team and her leadership expertise in marketing strategy, audience development and multi-platform content distribution helped HBO scale its business into a multi-billion dollar enterprise with a premium brand that appeals to a diverse range of consumer experiences and preferences. We look forward to leveraging her unique perspectives and considerable success to support the Company’s goals for continued growth and the enhancement of shareholder value.”

Aulestia commented, “I’m very excited to have the opportunity to join the Nexstar Board of Directors and be part of the nation’s No. 1 local broadcast television group and one of the largest producers and distributors of local news, lifestyle, sports and network programming. I look forward to sharing my experience and business relationships with the Board and management team to expand the Company’s leadership position, commitment to innovation and long-term record of success.”