Media
NGL Collective and mitú merge

As part of the acquisition, NGL Collective ("NGL") is merging with GoDigital's mitú. The new entity will retain the name of NGL Collective.
Sandra Smester named EVP Programming & Content Development at NBCUniversal Telemundo

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises announced the appointment of Sandra Smester as Executive Vice President, Programming and Content Development. In this newly created role, Smester joins the company to oversee the development and execution of programming for the network, beginning in August.
Where People Move as Young Adults

Nearly six in 10 young adults live within 10 miles of where they grew up, and eight in 10 live within 100 miles, according to a new study by researchers at the U.S. Census Bureau and Harvard University.
Global population projected to exceed 8 billion in 2022; half live in just seven countries

The world’s population will cross 8 billion in November, according to recently released projections from the United Nations. And more than half of all people live in just seven countries.
Univision to premiere “El Retador”

Univision’s “Domingos en Familia” (Family Sundays) is set to premiere for the first time in Spanish-language television in the U.S., the international hit reality “El Retador” (The Challenger) hosted by charismatic actress and comedian Consuelo Duval.
Blended viewing strategies mark a new chapter for the market [REPORT]

The video-on-demand space (VOD) is fascinating, not least because we have competing businesses approaching delivery strategies from opposing directions – with many now meeting in the middle and betting on a future that borrows the best from every model.
MundoNow Lands Industry Heavyweight Stephen Hobbs to Run New Latino Bilingual Podcast Network, Óyenos Audio

MundoNow is announcing the launch of new Latino podcast network Óyenos Audio. Óyenos will deliver premium bilingual programming that aligns with content expectations from an increasingly savvy Hispanic audience in the United States.
Streaming usage increases 21% in a year to now account for nearly one-third of total TV time

There’s more than enough discussion across the media industry about the massive growth of streaming, but the ongoing fanfare fails to objectively quantify what is truly happening and the full impact that over-the-top content is having on total TV usage.
Young adults in U.S. are much more likely than 50 years ago to be living in a multigenerational household

Multigenerational living – that is, living in a household that includes two or more adult generations, typically consisting of those ages 25 and older – has increased among all age groups over the past five decades. But the increase has been fastest among adults ages 25 to 34. In 1971, similar shares of adults across age groups lived in a multigenerational household, but by 2021, young adults were far more likely than older Americans to have this type of living arrangement.
Ad Engagement Increases With Each Audio Exposure

The results are especially powerful in a media landscape where advertisers are yearning for audience attention. Audio simply does not erode. It hooks listeners right out of the gate and delivers strong engagement and consumer action at even the highest levels of exposure.
Broad Variations in Age Structure By State and County

Florida’s median age in 2021 was 42.7, higher than the national median of 38.8 and that of neighboring Georgia (37.5). But even within Florida, the age structure varies widely, from 32.1 in Leon County to 68.3 in Sumter County — the highest median age of any county in the nation.
Nearly Six in 10 U.S. Workers Say Their Paycheck Is Not Enough to Support Themselves or Their Families

Nearly six in 10 U.S. workers are concerned their paycheck is not enough to support themselves or their families as employees look to keep up with the rise of inflation, according to the latest American Staffing Association Workforce Monitor online survey.
Que Buena Los Angeles presents ‘HOMENAJE AL REY DE CORRIDO’ concert Friday July 22 at Youtube Theatre

Que Buena Los Angeles presents the 30th anniversary tribute concert to Chalino Sanchez – “Homenaje al Rey del Corrido."
A Wide Lens Is a Marketer’s Optimal View

Audio advertising is projected to reach $7B in 2022. And what inevitably comes with greater investment? A greater desire, and need, for data.
Local Broadcast TV Influences Hispanic Audiences

The 2022 GfK TVB Video Media and Usage Study, found that Hispanics have more digital access to live TV and local news than the average adult. Eighty-two percent of Hispanic adults 18+ are able to stream live programming and sports from broadcast channels on their devices (smartphone, tablet, PC) through an app from their cable or virtual streaming provider. That’s higher than all adults 18+ (69%). In addition, 59% of Hispanic adults 18+ have a broadcast TV station news app on at least one TV versus 36% of adults 18+.
Acebal named Regional VP of Sales for Telemundo TV in Orlando, Tampa & Fort Myers

Alejandro Acebal has been named Regional Vice President of Sales for three Telemundo owned stations in Florida: WTMO, WRMD and WWDT.
Agency NYLFF nominated for New York EMMY Award

Agency NYLFF, the marketing arm of the New York Latino Film Festival, has been nominated for Best Public Service Campaign for "Vaccinate NYC '' at the New York Emmy Awards for its impactful and acclaimed work with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYCDOHMH).
2/3 of Global Marketers lack confidence in their DATA

To spot sudden, disruptive changes in customer and market behavior, modern marketers need high-velocity data marketing, according to a new report by the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Council and GfK. These data systems need to be agile and adaptable with the ability to acquire real-time, relevant data signals and close the gap between data, insights and action.
Innovation Español launches

San Diego-based InnoVision Marketing Group has launched InnoVision Español, adding to their portfolio of in-house services that include digital media, traditional media, web development, design, public relations, film production and more.
‘DON CHETO AL AIRE’ live in Phoenix

Estrella Media launched its syndicated morning radio show Don Cheto Al Aire on La Indiscreta 106.7 in Phoenix, AZ on Monday, July 4.