Outdoor

Polk County Emergency Management Agency Taps Clear Channel Outdoor’s Digital Billboards for Urgent Safety Alerts

WHO Radio 1040 AM Supports Billboard Messaging to Des Moines Area Residents
 
Des Moines, IA – Clear Channel Outdoor (NYSE: CCO)—Des Moines and the Polk County Emergency Management  Agency (EMA) today announced a new partnership enabling the Polk County Emergency Management Agency to leverage the real-time power of digital out-of-home media to communicate vital safety and disaster preparedness information to protect  citizens and visitors during emergency circumstances.

Now, when the National Weather Service alerts Polk County Emergency Management to imminent severe weather, including;  tornados, flash floods or storms with 70+ mile per hour winds, Clear Channel Outdoor-Des Moines’ 29 digital billboards will  broadcast these life-saving alerts within seconds. As a multi-platform media company, Clear Channel will also support community safety by using the billboard creative to ask citizens to tune in to Clear Channel Radio station 1040-AM WHO for more emergency updates and preparedness information.

Storms and natural disasters can happen in an instant, often leaving people with just minutes to prepare by seeking shelter. Polk County EMA safety experts enlisted Clear Channel’s support to broadcast real-time emergency updates and safety information to people while they are out and about to help save lives. With  Clear Channel’s digital billboards reaching nearly 90 percent of adults weekly across Polk County, they serve as one of the most powerful broadcast mediums available to support the County’s efforts.

Polk County Emergency Management is tasked with ensuring the County is prepared to deal with large-scale emergencies and is responsible for coordinating the response when these events occur.   Polk County Emergency Management looked to national best practices and now joins a growing number of state and local emergency agencies across the U.S., including; Boston, Florida, Maryland and Minneapolis/St. Paul that have tapped into the un-skippable power of Clear Channel’s digital outdoor media to help communicate time sensitive safety messages.  

In every market across its U.S. footprint, Clear Channel Outdoor is supporting local, state and federal agencies with out-of-home public safety campaigns. In addition to local safety agencies like Polk County EMA, this includes the FBI, U.S. Marshals and AMBER Alerts for missing children. Clear Channel Outdoor’s digital media alert system, like the one Polk Co. will leverage, was used by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency in a multi-staged response to the 2013 Boston Marathon Bombing.

“I thank Clear Channel Outdoor for partnering with Polk County Emergency Management Agency on this important initiative that I am sure will save lives,” said PCEM Executive Director A.J. Mumm. “We want to have as many tools as possible to reach out to our residents during emergencies. Digital out of home media is an important new broadcast medium and an effective way to notify residents who may be tuned out from other media and not receiving vital emergency messages.”
 
“Clear Channel Outdoor is honored to support law enforcement, public health and safety efforts,”  said Tim Jameson, president, Clear Channel Outdoor-Des Moines. “Crisis situations can erupt at any time – from tragic accident to weather events and terror threats.  It’s important that our community have an adquate response and our digital media can help PCEM save lives.”

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For more information, please contact:
Polk County Emergency Management Agency
Jon Davis
(515)-229-5584
Jon.davis@polkcountyiowa.gov

Clear Channel Outdoor
Jason King
(212)-812-0064
jasondking@clearchannel.com

Monster Media and Clear Channel Airports Debut Interactive Charging Stations in Three of the Nation’s Most Highly-Travelled Airports                  

New Advertising Platform Delivers Convenience to Connected Travelers

New York, NY – July 22, 2014 – Monster Media, an interactive technology pioneer and designer of award-winning digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising solutions, has renewed its Interactive Digital Wall agreement and signed an additional contract with Clear Channel Airports (CCA), a brand division of Clear Channel Outdoor (NYSE: CCO),  to roll out a nationwide network of interactive charging stations adding another layer of convenience to the evolving  passenger travel experience.

The Interactive Charging Station network includes kiosks in three select airports: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).  Kiosks are ADA compliant and patent pending by Monster Media and use embedded touch-enabled LED screens. They allow travelers to charge their smartphones, tablets and laptops, keeping vital lines of communication open to family, friends and business colleagues. 

Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE network will be used to deliver digital ads to the kiosks, including messages from Verizon. 

Clear Channel Airports’ management of advertising programs at ATL, ORD and DFW offer ideal placement for Monster Media’s charging stations. The new kiosks feature built-in cameras that allow travelers to snap a quick selfie to share with their families, friends and colleagues via social sites. Campaigns can also reach across channels, prompting travelers to connect to the brand via social media and email when prompted by on-screen advertising content.  The kiosks’ software captures usage metrics to provide insights on campaign effectiveness to brands.

“This network gives advertisers a powerful new option to deepen their audience exposure and consumer engagement with extended dwell time, and at the traveler’s leisure,” said Jon Sayer, president, Clear Channel Airports. “This work with Monster Media underscores our commitment to reinventing air travel experience for both maximum convenience and advertiser benefit while engaging with the connected consumer in meaningful ways.”

“The interactive charging stations present advertisers with a way to slow down the busy traveler, present them with a free service, and in exchange, capture their time and attention to view messages from advertisers,” said Chris Beauchamp, CEO, Monster Media.

About Monster Media
Monster Media remains the innovator and leader in the out-of-home space, creating engaging campaigns that can be executed anywhere, at anytime.  Their ability to deliver quality activations and customer service has allowed them to expand their presence across the globe with network opportunities including:  storefront dominations, airports, shopping malls, cinemas, sport and entertainment venues and bespoke events. 

Since its inception in 2004, Monster Media has executed thousands of interactive ads globally and is currently working with clients such as: Kraft, Stoli, HTC, Unilever, Warner Brothers, Marriott, Nokia, IBM, EA and Esteé Lauder to bring their messages to life. For more information on Monster Media, please go to: www.monstermedia.net.

Media Contacts:
Natalie Brokaw
407 478-8163
natalie@monstermedia.net

Jason King
(212)-812-0064
jasondking@clearchannel.com

About Clear Channel Airports
Dedicated to airport advertising for nearly 40 years, Clear Channel Airports is the premier innovator of contemporary display concepts. The Company, a division of Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCO), one of the world's largest outdoor advertising companies, currently operates more than 280 airport programs across the globe and has a presence in 32 of the top 50 U.S. markets with major airports.

Clear Channel Outdoor Demonstrates Real-time Photo Sharing, Digital Media Technologies at Boston South Station

Photos leap from One Financial Center across the street to South Station

*No “selfies” will be harmed in digital activation

Clear Channel Outdoor (NYSE: CCO), in partnership with Aerva, will demonstrate how out-of-home (OOH) media has transformed itself from traditional billboards to an even more powerful, and engaging medium for brands to use in reaching consumers. Clear Channel Outdoor – Boston is hosting a VIP event at One Financial Center in Boston, overlooking Boston’s South Station which is home to multimedia and digital solutions from CCO.

At the event, a CCO photo booth will let Boston’s advertising VIPs capture “selfies.” CCO’s Cambridge-based partner, Aerva, will use their technology to display the selfies on South Station’s digital screens. This demonstration illustrates how marketers can engage consumers through out-of-home creative in real time to create or deepen a brand relationship.

Journalists are invited to witness how digital out-of-home media is amplifying its power as the last true broadcast medium with dynamic digital capabilities, integration with mobile devices and through new measures of accountability and insights. CCO-North America’s President and COO Suzanne Grimes will be on hand to discuss what’s next in the OOH transformation.

Clear Channel Outdoor-Boston has been the official advertising media provider for South Station, one of Boston’s two busiest transit hubs, since January 2014. The South Station media portfolio represented by Clear Channel Outdoor includes 75 impactful ad displays and two captivating digital screens all positioned to deliver immersive brand experiences to the nearly 4 million visitors who pass through South Station each month. Aerva’s cloud-based digital display management software, AerWave, has previously been employed by CCO for digital screen activations with advertisers at South Station; their solution helps CCO manage, measure and integrate real-time data and interactive content.

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Who:
Clear Channel Outdoor Leadership Team and Boston Advertisers
Including:
Suzanne Grimes, President & COO, CCO North America
Stephen Ross – President, CCO-Boston

When:
6:00-9:00 PM, Thursday, July 17 2014

Where:
One Financial Center, 10 Dewey Square, Boston, MA 02110
South Station, 700 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA 02110

Media RSVP:
The VIP event is invitation only, but interested press may attend by RSVP’ing to Mariellen Burns to attend as a guest, to shoot photos/video or to conduct interviews before or at the event. mburns@regancomm.com or call (O)617.488.2875, (M)617.406.8287.

Adam Butterworth Named Market President, Clear Channel Outdoor – Canada

New York, NY – July 16, 2014 – Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCO) and EL Media Holdings Canada (Branded Cities Network) today announced the appointment of Adam Butterworth as Market President for Clear Channel Outdoor – Canada, a joint venture of the two companies. A twenty-four year veteran of Clear Channel Outdoor, Butterworth is an accomplished leader who has driven benchmark results for the company’s businesses in the U.K., Australia/New Zealand and most recently Singapore. He now serves as a key member of Clear Channel Outdoor – North America’s senior management team led by Suzanne Grimes, President and Chief Operating Officer, and reports directly to Toby Sturek, Executive Vice President, Specialty Businesses. He also reports to Vaibhav Gupta, EVP Business Operations, Branded Cities Network. He succeeds John Jory who is retiring from the post after seventeen years.

Clear Channel Outdoor – Canada offers advertisers extensive media coverage in twenty-one of the top markets in eight Canadian provinces. The portfolio includes a wide range of formats including street level, digital, and spectaculars in venues such as Toronto’s Yonge-Dundas Square. And with the recent award of a 10-year contract with Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport’s passenger terminal adding to Toronto Pearson International, Vancouver International and Canadian regional airports already in its portfolio, the company is in a unique position to help brands reach over 70 percent of passengers travelling annually through Canadian airports.

Butterworth will lead all aspects of Clear Channel’s Canadian operations including finance, operations, real estate, public affairs, marketing and sales. In addition to optimizing development and use of the company’s media portfolio in Canada, he is responsible for creating an organizational culture to drive the transformation of out-of-home media with new digital and mobile capabilities. He is accountable for developing business strategies that create revenue growth while building and nurturing relationships with constituencies including advertising clients and agencies, government entities and community groups.

Most recently, Butterworth was Chief Executive Officer for Clear Channel Singapore which launched the largest street furniture program in Singapore that includes over 3000 bus shelters and 5000 advertising faces. He also pioneered the mobile enablement of street furniture in Singapore. Prior, he was Sales Director Adshel Pty. Ltd. (CCO – Australia/New Zealand) where he also drove significant revenue growth and restructured the business while repositioning the brand. Earlier, as Sales Director for Adshel UK he grew revenues and expanded the business from street furniture to markets, malls and universities. Butterworth began his career as sales executive with More O’Ferrall Adshel in 1990.

“Adam has an inspiring track record leading Clear Channel Outdoor divisions to new heights. This includes overseeing revenue growth in the U.K. that outpaced the market two-fold and more recently doubling revenues at Clear Channel Singapore in the course of four years,” said Sturek. “We are committed to growing our portfolio, expanding our capabilities and most importantly solving today’s marketing challenges for our clients. We are also committed to having the best people leading our teams and are therefore excited to name Adam to this important role.”

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About EL Media Holdings Canada
EL Media Holdings Canada is a joint venture between The Ellman Companies and Cantor Fitzgerald. EL Media operates in the U.S. under the name Branded Cities Network, a fully integrated, digital, spectacular signage media company. BCN’s current U.S. platform includes Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Denver, New York and New Jersey. BCN is also owned by The Ellman Companies and Cantor Fitzgerald. Ellman is a privately-owned media, real estate and investments company founded in 1972 with diverse ownership interests throughout the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean. For more information visit: www.brandedcities.com or www.ellmanco.com. Cantor Fitzgerald is a preeminent capital markets investment bank serving more than 5,000 institutional clients around the world, recognized for its strengths in fixed income and equity capital markets, investment banking services, prime brokerage and commercial real estate financing. For more information visit: www.cantor.com.

Media Contacts
David Grabert
DavidGrabert@ClearChannel.com
212-812-0089

Hilary LeFevre
Hilary@FeverPress.com
(212) 300-4929

Clear Channel Outdoor – Canada Selected as Exclusive Media Provider by City Centre Terminal Corp. for Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport Terminal

New Partnership Will Enhance Traveler Experience and Bolster Advertising Revenue with Digital Media

TORONTO –July 15, 2014 – City Centre Terminal Corp. (CCTC) recently awarded Clear Channel Outdoor Company Canada (CCOC) a 10-year contract to provide a comprehensive advertising program boasting the latest in immersive and experiential digital media technologies for Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport’s (BBTCA) passenger terminal. The BBTCA contract is effective September 1, 2014 and with Toronto Pearson, Vancouver International and Canadian Regional Airports already in its portfolio, CCOC is in the unique position to help brands reach nearly two-thirds of passenger volume travelling annually through Canadian airports.

“Clear Channel Outdoor global airports experience will bring a new level of sophistication to the passenger terminal experience,” said Michael Deluce, executive vice president and chief commercial officer, City Centre Terminal Corp. “This includes advertising and traveler amenities, while enhancing terminal revenue.”

The new partnership and digital makeover at the BBTCA terminal includes the latest in display and interactive technologies to make travel more enjoyable for passengers while providing local, regional and global advertisers with an interactive media platform to better promote their products and services.

“Our plan includes introducing modern conveniences for passengers and energy conscious designs and digital media concepts that render advertisers critical audience engagement opportunities while delivering a vital revenue stream to the airport terminal.” says Toby Sturek, executive vice president, specialty businesses, Clear Channel Outdoor-North America.

Clear Channel Outdoor Company Canada will install five large-format digital displays throughout the airport terminal, allowing brands to connect with passengers in new and even more meaningful ways. Interactive advertiser displays will be encouraged capitalizing on passenger dwell time and creating engagement opportunities for marketers.

The BBTCA terminal represents Clear Channel Outdoor Company Canada’s second major expansion this year. Earlier in 2014, the company acquired the rights to advertising media at Toronto’s Union Station, which serves over 65 million commuters annually.

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About Clear Channel Outdoor Company Canada
Clear Channel Outdoor Company Canada, (CCOC) is owned by Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc., (NYSE:CCO) and by EL Media Holdings Canada. CCOC is an innovative leader in Canadian Airport, Mall, Spectacular and Digital OOH media and manages Ottawa’s transit shelters. CCOC spectacular static and digital media networks are available across our 11 Airport network, and the premium Cadillac Fairview 16 mall portfolio. In addition CCOC offers spectacular and digital media on Toronto’s Gardiner Expressway, at Toronto Eaton Centre, Dundas Square and Union Station.

About EL Media Holdings Canada
EL Media Holdings Canada is a joint venture between The Ellman Companies and Cantor Fitzgerald.  EL Media operates in the U.S. under the name Branded Cities Network, a fully integrated, digital, spectacular signage media company.  BCN’s current U.S. platform includes Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Denver, New York and New Jersey.  BCN is also owned by The Ellman Companies and Cantor Fitzgerald.  Ellman is a privately-owned media, real estate and investments company founded in 1972 with diverse ownership interests throughout the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean. For more information visit: www.brandedcities.com or www.ellmanco.com.  Cantor Fitzgerald is a preeminent capital markets investment bank serving more than 5,000 institutional clients around the world, recognized for its strengths in fixed income and equity capital markets, investment banking services, prime brokerage and commercial real estate financing.  For more information visit: www.cantor.com.

Media Contacts
Jason D. King
vice president, corporate communications, Clear Channel Outdoor
212.812.0064
jasondking@clearchannel.com

BlueFocus Communications Group and Clear Channel Outdoor Partner to Promote Prominent Chinese Brands in U.S.

New York, NY – Clear Channel Outdoor (NYSE: CCO), one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world, and BlueFocus Communications Group (BFCG, 300058.SZ), one of the largest communications groups in China, today announced a groundbreaking multi-year deal to promote prominent Chinese brands to American consumers via Clear Channel’s digital out-of-home media in Times Square and in major U.S. airports, starting with San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Clear Channel Outdoor developed a winning proposal for BFCG which leveraged unique and powerful assets in Times Square through Clear Channel Spectacolor and at SFO through Clear Channel Airports. BFCG invested in and founded a brand new company – Beijing Blueskyfall Media Advertising Co., Ltd. to operate this project.

Starting out as a public relations consultancy in 1996 and listed on Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 2010, BlueFocus has developed into a conglomerate specializing in digital marketing, public relations, creative advertising planning/media agency, events management and international communications. Committed to the strategic goals of “digitalization” and “globalization,” BFCG envisions its business revenues will be ten times the present level in ten years. Over the past few years, the rapid growth of BFCG has drawn wide attention from the global communications industry. On the Holmes Report Global Ranking of PR Firms, BFCG has soared from the 75th place in 2007 to the 19th place in 2013; it has won several Gold SABRE Awards and IPRA Golden World Awards. In the context of globalization, BFCG’s leadership teams in China and the U.S. will focus on helping their clients succeed with U.S. consumers via strategic marketing and media partnerships.

In making the announcement, Peter Mao, President of BlueFocus Communications Group said, “An increasing number of Chinese cities and commercial brands are eyeing global markets. We recognize their needs for building brands globally, and the U.S. market is essential to the success of any brand with global aspirations. We chose Clear Channel Outdoor as our partner because of their leadership position in the most important U.S. markets including New York’s Times Square, their comprehensive portfolio of solutions, and because of their pioneering success creating consumer engagement with social media and other digital platforms.” 

Clear Channel Outdoor is the largest outdoor advertising company in the U.S. and the leader in the transformation of out-of-home display formats to digital.  CCO’s national network of more than 1000 large format digital billboards now reaches more than 80 million adults monthly. CCO’s brand division, Clear Channel Airports, has successfully developed and maintained the most comprehensive network of advertising media in major airports in North America and has over 280 airports worldwide. Its other brand division, Clear Channel Spectacolor, specializes in custom experiential marketing programs and awe-inspiring out-of-home spectaculars in Times Square, Las Vegas and other venues across large and unique ad panels, full motion video screens, and wallscapes.

"BlueFocus boasts a rich history of conceptualizing and executing game changing advertising campaigns for their diverse and prestigious client base," said Suzanne Grimes, President and COO, Clear Channel Outdoor-North America. "This multi-year deal extends our scale and scope and creativity to their global expansion as we collaborate to push the boundaries of out-of-home for BlueFocus’ clients who are seeking to engage with the US audience in even more meaningful ways."

About BlueFocus Communications Group
BlueFocus Communication Group (BFCG) specializes in brand management solutions and marketing services for large enterprises and organizations. The Group’s major service offerings cover digital marketing, public relations, advertising, event management, and international businesses. BlueFocus Communication Group (BFCG) was established in 1996 and was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange/Growth Enterprise Market (300058.SZ) on February 26, 2010. BFCG’s major subsidiaries include BlueDigital, Insight PR, Best Choice, Phluency, Dentsu BlueFocus, SNK, Eyes Media, Kingo Advertising, Bojie Media, BlueStrategy, Metta and We Are Social. BFCG provides services for over 1,000 MNCs and leading Chinese enterprises. Its clients include almost 100 Fortune 500 companies in the IT, automobile, consumer goods, real estate, Internet, finance, and entertainment industries.

Headquartered in Beijing, BFCG has many branches in the capital cities of various provinces, as well as a global network that covers Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, North America, and Europe. The Group employs approximately 3,000 talents worldwide. Revenue in 2013 reached RMB 3.58 billion. The Group today has an estimated market capitalization of over RMB 25 billion (stock price).

Press contacts:
David Press
FeverPress
david@feverpress.com
(917) 721-7046

David Grabert
Clear Channel Outdoor
(212) 812-0089

V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU) and Clear Channel Airports Renew Partnership

Interspace Airport Advertising West Indies, A Brand Division of Clear Channel Outdoor, Will Help Advertisers Engage Nearly One Million Annual Travelers at ANU with Advanced Digital Advertising
 
Antiqua, West Indies – V. C. Bird International Airport (ANU) today announced a five-year partnership extension with Interspace Airport Advertising West Indies (IAAWI), a brand division of Clear Channel Airports (CCA) and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCO). This deal will enhance the airport with comprehensive digital media programs, add passenger conveniences and amenities and provide additional consumer touch points for advertising sponsors. This state-of-the-art media and advertising program installation will coincide with the opening of the brand new airport terminal in fourth quarter 2014.

ANU currently boasts over 850,000 passengers per year and over 10 airlines with direct flights to various major international destinations. Once completed, the new terminal will include upgraded check-in facilities, state-of-the-art baggage handling and security systems, modern passenger loading bridges and, thanks to the airport’s renewed partnership with IAAWI, the latest in airport media and advertising technologies.

IAAWI’s media development project will provide local and national businesses with a modern and visually engaging way to reach highly desirable business and leisure traveler audiences that pass through ANU. Key new additions to the airport’s advertising program will include:

Digital LCD screens: IAAWI will install eight new LCD screens that will enable brands to engage with passengers in an even more dynamic and visually compelling way. This will enhance the traveler’s experience by alerting passersby to the latest sponsor offerings inside the airport as well as locally and internationally.

Upgraded charging stations: Four new-and-improved charging stations will be positioned in highly-trafficked areas, providing passengers with an important amenity and the opportunity to engage with sponsoring brands.

Static Tension Fabric Displays: Twenty-five large static displays will be added to the new airport terminal, offering advertisers numerous opportunities to promote their products and services.

“We are excited to expand the advertising sponsorship opportunities at the airport in a way that helps us to enhance travel convenience and amenities,” said ANU spokesperson. “Clear Channel Airports media installation will help us meet the promise of our tagline, ‘We Deliver.’ Our intention is to deliver the highest quality service to all our valued travelers and stakeholders.”

ANU is the latest airport to undergo a digital makeover, joining the ranks of over 110 airports that have already received digital upgrades through CCA.

“The airport is a critical venue for cities and business to leverage in creating a lasting first impression since it is the traveler’s first exposure to the local area,” said Jon Sayer, president, Clear Channel Airports. “Our media solutions have demonstrated how local, national and regional brands can reach and engage with travelers in a captivating, and meaningful way, helping increase the quality of the traveler experience while delivering an additional source of revenue to airports.”

About Clear Channel Airports
Dedicated to airport advertising for 40 years, Clear Channel Airports is the premier innovator of contemporary display concepts. The Company, a division of Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCO), one of the world's largest outdoor advertising companies, currently operates more than 280 airport programs across the globe and has a presence in 32 of the top 50 U.S. markets with major airports. More information can be found on Clear Channel Airports and Clear Channel Outdoor by visiting www.clearchannelairports.com and www.clearchanneloutdoor.com

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For more information, please contact:
Kyle McFarland
(610)-674-6198
KyleMcFarland@ClearChannel.com

David Ford Named Market President, Clear Channel Outdoor - Milwaukee

NEW YORK, NY – June 23, 2014 - Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCO) today announced the appointment of David Ford as president for its Milwaukee, Wis. market. Ford joins the senior management team with more than 25 years of management experience, and will direct all aspects of the Milwaukee branch including finance, real estate, public affairs, operations, marketing and sales.

“With an adult population of nearly 2 million, nine Fortune 500 company headquarters, over 20 colleges and universities, and five professional sports teams, Milwaukee is a thriving and vibrant city,” said Suzanne Grimes, president and chief operating officer, Clear Channel Outdoor – North America.  “David’s experience makes him the right choice to lead our Milwaukee team and to inspire advertisers in this important market.”  

In his new role, Ford is responsible for leading strategic business initiatives, ensuring the highest standards for services and community stewardship and delivering profitable revenue growth.

Ford will lead his team in collaborating with local and national advertisers on the effective use out-of-home media, including new digital media capabilities to achieve marketing objectives.  He also will work with all community stakeholders, including elected officials and community organizations. As the market leader, he’ll develop high-performing talent at all levels within the organization. Ford will report directly to Clear Channel Outdoor Senior Regional President Michelle Costa.

“I’m committed to grooming our existing talent to strategically lead our team as company ambassadors with all of our community stakeholders,” said Ford. “I’m excited to collaborate with this group of professionals to further enhance the business and philanthropic contributions Clear Channel Outdoor makes in Milwaukee. I am confident we will build on the competitive advantage out-of-home enjoys while continuing to be the most effective and visually captivating form of advertising available for businesses, government and non-profit organizations.”

Prior to joining Clear Channel Outdoor, Ford led operations for WVTV CW 18 and WCGV My24 Television in Milwaukee, where he launched a primetime newscast and managed multiple programming and sports partnerships. He also led rebranding and relocation efforts for these stations, culminating in Fox Television naming WCGV its number one affiliate in America. Previously, Ford led operations for WMSN Fox 47 Madison, as well as the stations in Milwaukee, and is credited with launching Fox 47 News at 9 - one of America’s fastest growing and successful news share operations.

Ford is active in many organizations, including the Arthritis Foundation, United Way, and Milwaukee Public Schools/FAFSA. He spearheaded marketing efforts for Take Root Milwaukee, a collaborative effort that helped thousands of Milwaukee residents save or purchase homes.

For more information, please contact:
Jason King
212.812.0064
jasondking@clearchannel.com

2014 Outdoor Lions winners revealed at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity

CANNES, 2014 – Whybin\TBWA Group Melbourne was awarded the prestigious Outdoor Grand Prix at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2014 – sponsored for the fifth consecutive year by Clear Channel Outdoor – for its work on ANZ Bank’s ‘GAYTMs’ campaign.

Other big winners who scooped Gold Lions for their work in outdoor include: Adam&Eve DDB London for Unilever’s Marmite and a double-win for Harvey Nichols; OgilvyOne London for British Airways; DDB Paris for Hasbro; Jung von Matt Hamburg for OBI; Lowe-SSP3 Bogota for Ministry of Defense; Ogilvy Brasil Sao Paulo for GRAACC; DDB New York for Waterislife; Hakuhodo Tokyo for Inakadate Village and Infas Publications Inc; Grey New York for TNT; TBWA\London for Adidas; Del Campo Saatchi & Saatchi Buenos Aires for Mondelez International’s Beldent Infinit; Kolle Rebbe Hamburg for Bischofliches Hilfswerk Misereor; Dentsu Tokyo for Honda and BBDO Proximity Singapore for Guinness.

William Eccleshare, CEO of Clear Channel Outdoor, said: “The 2014 Outdoor Lions has been another fantastic reminder of the vast range of inspiring ways in which advertisers are utilizing our medium to engage with consumers in the out-of-home space in new and exciting ways. This year’s awards attracted 5660 entries – the highest number of entries in any Cannes Lions award category – including several big winners that incorporated digital out-of-home and interactive elements, truly demonstrating that the oldest medium has never been more exciting or relevant for advertisers.”

The Grand Prix winning campaign saw ANZ Bank, the principle sponsor of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardis Gras, convey its message of diversity and inclusion by transforming ATMs into dazzling ‘GAYTMs’, decorating them with rhinestones, sequins, studs, leather and fur. Withdrawals came with a rainbow-colored receipt, and all transaction fees were donated to a gay and lesbian charity.

This year’s Outdoor Lions jury was led by Jury President, Jose Miguel Sokoloff, president of the Lowe Global Creative Council, and co-chairman and chief creative officer of the Interpublic Group’s Lowe SSP3 in Bogota, Colombia. Fellow jury member, Darren Spiller, executive creative director of DDB Group in Melbourne commented: “Outdoor is an old category but it has been completely re-invented.”

This year, the Outdoor Lions attracted 5660 entries and shortlisted 501. The jury awarded a total of 1 Grand Prix, 18 Gold, 40 Silver and 70 Bronze trophies.

Suzanne Grimes, President & Chief Operating Officer for Clear Channel Outdoor – North America commented: “Each year, the Outdoor Lions provide tremendous inspiration celebrating the power of a picture to evoke emotion. The enduring value of out-of-home as a medium, with unparalleled visual impact, unskippability and new digital capabilities that provide immediacy and flexibility, is more important to advertisers today than ever before.”

To view the full list of Outdoor Lions winners, visit: http://www.canneslions.com

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Media Contacts

David Grabert
Clear Channel Outdoor212.812.0089
davidgrabert@clearchanneloutdoor.com