A+E Networks Unveil Houdini, Sons of Liberty, Devious Maids at Upfront
A+E Networks’ Wednesday night upfront presentation at Lincoln Center featured ad sales president Mel Berning in an aggressive mode, taking on broadcasters for “throwing over $1 billion dollars up for [...]
Nancy Dubuc Promoted to President, CEO of A+E Networks; Abbe Raven Will Be Chairman
History Channel revitalizer Nancy Dubuc continues her ascent up the food chain at A+E Networks, this time to the presidency of the group. She will be both president and CEO, [...]
A+E Sales Boss Mel Berning Takes on Broadcast Bullies
If you’re a big investor in TV inventory, Mel Berning would like a word about his broadcast competition. “They’re 10 percent off on supply,” said Berning, A+E Networks’ president of [...]
David Levy Pushes Unscripted Shows on Turner Networks
David Levy’s relaxation technique is pretty simple. “Every time I get too stressed I look out across here and there’s not an ad in sight,” he said, gesturing to the [...]
Liz & Dick Comes Up a Little Limp
Here's proof that the gulf between social media buzz and viewer interest can be considerable: Was there ever a more-tweeted made-for-TV movie than Lifetime's Liz & Dick?