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AIRE Radio Networks Names Navas as VP/Affiliate Sales


Blanca Navas
Blanca Navas

AIRE Radio Networks, the Spanish-Language radio networks of Spanish Broadcasting System, appoints Blanca Navas as VP/Affiliate Sales. Navas will spearhead the networks' syndication strategy, manage affiliate relations and expand the footprint of AIRE and SBS radio programming. Prior to joining AIRE, Navas was Director of Syndication and Affiliations for Entravision Communications. Navas has also held similar roles at PRISA Radio/GLR Networks, Radio Disney, Citadel Media en Espaņol (formerly ABC Radio Networks) and ESPN Deportes.

"Blanca has successfully pioneered the launch and execution of a number of programming and distribution strategies in the Hispanic marketplace, said Aire Radio Networks and National Radio Sales Executive VP Elisa Torres. "Her invaluable skillset will complement the continued growth of AIRE, SBS and LaMusica's content portfolio. We are excited to have Blanca on our team."

"I'm thrilled to join AIRE Radio Networks and Spanish Broadcasting System, home of the some of the most iconic multimedia properties and programming in the business," said Navas "I look forward to working with the team and affiliate partners on developing and creating compelling content that engages Hispanic consumers across multiple touchpoints."

Navas will report to Elisa Torres, EVP, Aire Radio Networks and National Radio Sales.

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