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Raul ''Rico'' Colindres Joins Skyview Networks as VP/CD


Raul Rico Colindres
Raul Rico Colindres

Skyview Networks has announced that Raul "Rico" Colindres, owner and creator of weekday radio segment, "Carmen's Calls," will be joining its team as Vice President of Content Development and Syndication. In this role, Rico will lead the company's syndication initiative, working to develop current programs such as "The Dana Cortez Show" and "Nick Cannon Radio," and discover and onboard additional programs.

"Carmen's Calls," which currently airs on stations such as WQHT-FM (Hot 97)/New York, WUSL-FM (Power 99)/Philadelphia, WPOW-FM (Power 96.5)/Miami and KNRJ-FM (101.1 The Beat)/Phoenix, will also join Skyview's syndication lineup on January 1, 2021.

"I'm thrilled to join the all-star team at Skyview. We will continue to amplify multi-cultural voices and create content that is successful and resonates with our consumers and brand partners," said Raul "Rico" Colindres of Mama Rico Productions.

"Rico is a terrific addition to our team. With years of experience developing syndicated programs, his originality and know-how will work to further develop our current shows and to bring top talent into our portfolio, which is an area we are dedicated to expanding," said Skyview Networks Executive VP and General Manager Jeanne-Marie Condo. "We are especially focused on further developing our multicultural offering and proud to have Rico leading the charge."

Skyview Networks President and COO Steve Jones added, "Few people have the creative abilities of Rico He is a gifted performer, who is respected by other talent for his vision, passion and support. Rico will help Skyview develop content that entertains audiences and excites advertisers."

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