The two companies are now planning to work together to identify, develop, and syndicate talent and programs for radio. ABC Radio will assess talent syndication opportunities for both music and News/Talk formats and provide affiliate sales; Skyview Networks will handle national sales and distribution. In July 2016, ABC Radio and Skyview Networks renewed their content, ad sales, affiliate sales, and audio distribution agreement.
ABC Radio has over 1,650 affiliates with partnerships. VP/GM Steve Jones said, “We are building on the momentum and tremendous success we’ve already seen in our existing partnership. ABC Radio has always represented creative and innovative programming and we are excited to offer programmers and talent a new, stable business environment to grow and monetize their brands.”
Skyview has sales offices in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Phoenix, Miami, and Louisville. Skyview Networks President Ken Thiele said, “The timing of our syndication partnership couldn’t be more perfect. We’ve heard from a significant number of programs and clearly there is a need for another syndication option in the marketplace. We’re growing and continue to make substantial investments in technology and our staff, and it’s paying off. This new venture is a really a reflection of the dynamic synergies between ABC Radio and Skyview, and our positive business trajectory.”
