Joni Rippen Named VP-GM Of KHGI-KFXL Lincoln

Sinclair Broadcast Group today promoted Joni Rippen to vice president-general manager of its KHGI (ABC) and KFXL (Fox) in Lincoln-Hastings-Kearney, Neb. She most recently was the stations’ general sales manager.

Rob Weisbord, Sinclair’s chief operating officer and president of broadcast, said: “Joni has deep roots and a long history of success in the Central and Western regions of Nebraska, with over 15 years of strong sales leadership at KHGI and KFXL. We are excited to elevate her to lead both stations as VP-GM.”

Rippen said: “For generations, my family and I have been blessed and proud to call Nebraska home. I am extremely excited and grateful to have the opportunity to take the next step as VP-GM and continue to lead our talented Sinclair KHGI-KFXL station team, as well as continue to serve our loyal viewers and local businesses across the communities of Central and Western Nebraska.”

Rippen holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration from the University of Nebraska at Kearney.