The Associated Press and Skyview Networks Announce Multi-Year Agreement

PHOENIX, Ariz. (September 16, 2020) – Independent global news organization, The Associated Press (AP), and audio network specialist, Skyview Networks, announced today a multi-year agreement for network audio sales of AP’s advertising inventory. Beginning January 1, 2021, Skyview Networks will exclusively represent AP’s 15-second advertising units. Radio stations run these short-form units adjacent to their program content making this premium inventory highly sought after by advertising agencies.

“As a longtime supporter of the broadcast radio industry, The Associated Press is pleased to supply our premium radio station inventory to support the best media mix advertisers seek,” said Michael Fabiano, AP vice president and general manager for Americas media. “We are excited about working with Skyview and the potential to increase our brand presence across radio stations and advertisers.”

“This is a game changer for our agencies; it rounds out our portfolio delivering key network inventory,” said Jeanne-Marie Condo, executive vice president and general manager of Skyview Networks. “This high volume, premium :15-second inventory fulfills the needs within our advertiser campaigns.”

“Skyview Networks is proud to work with The Associated Press as it grows its global brand in the audio space,” said President and COO of Skyview Networks, Steve Jones. “Both our companies have rich assets and deep business relationships, presenting us with exciting new opportunities as we build upon today’s announcement.”

For more information about The Associated Press, visit ap.org.

For more information about Skyview Networks’ audio sales, syndication, distribution and software solutions, visit skyviewnetworks.com.

About AP

The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world’s population sees AP journalism every day. Online: www.ap.org

About Skyview Networks

Skyview Networks is a broadcast technology, syndication and national network sales solution company serving over 6,000 radio stations reaching 115 million listeners weekly. Skyview Networks provides services to ABC Audio, CBS Audio Network, Local Radio Networks, Alpha Media USA, JackFM, The Dana Cortez Show, Nick Cannon Radio, Bob Kingsley’s Country Top 40 with Fitz, B-Dub Radio, The BetR Network featuring select VSiN content, professional and collegiate sports organizations and two state news networks. Founded in 1995, Skyview Networks is based in Scottsdale, Arizona and focuses on providing best-in-class services that include satellite and IP distribution, full network automation, inventory management systems and network audio sales. For more information, visit skyviewnetworks.com and follow @SkyviewNetworks.