TV Veteran Ed Wilson Joins Syncbak Board
Ed Wilson, the former president of a series of media companies including CBS Enterprises, NBC Enterprises, Fox Television Network and Tribune Broadcasting, has joined Internet TV company and streaming app creator Syncbak’s board of directors. Wilson is currently an independent media industry adviser, working with Katie Couric on the launch of her new syndicated talk show and production company, among other projects.
Syncbak was founded in 2009 by Jack Perry. The company’s internet TV platform and mobile app distribute live broadcast TV on connected devices. Syncbak’s strategic investors include the National Association of Broadcasters and the Consumer Electronics Association as well as major broadcast groups and TV executives. Syncbak’s technology is currently deployed at 50 stations, owned by 16 broadcast groups, reaching 25 million households.
“Local broadcasters, networks, and studios all want to monetize their content across every distribution platform,” said Wilson. “Syncbak understands content owners’ needs and fulfills them on the mobile platform via its tested, proven and patented technology.”
Wilson joins Ed Scanlon (former head of NBC), Brian Brady (immediate past chair of the Fox Network affiliate board), John Pappajohn, (investor) and Brian Thompson (Equity Dynamics) on Syncbak’s board.
Comments (2)
Maureen McDonald says:
April 5, 2012 at 12:56 am
Ed Wilson is a perfect fit for the Synbak Board. His multi-lateral industry experience will add another dimension to their goals and create new opportunities. He and Ed Scanlon give them a very strong and respected presence in the business.
Jason Crundwell says:
April 5, 2012 at 12:32 pm
My experience with Mr. Wilson leaves a different impression. He was instrumental in the destruction of Tribune. He wasn’t alone, but he was at the top of that house of cards.