Sinclair Broadcast Group’s Lucy Rutishauser Honored in Cablefax Magazine’s Most Powerful Women Issue

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Sinclair Broadcast Group (NASDAQ: SBGI) congratulates CFO Lucy Rutishauser for being recognized as one of the 'Most Powerful Women in Finance' by Cablefax Magazine. CEO Chris Ripley praised her contributions in establishing Sinclair as a leader in local sports and news. Rutishauser, a magna cum laude graduate in Economics and Finance, has previously been honored by The Baltimore Sun and Cynopsis. Sinclair operates 185 TV stations and multiple sports network brands, emphasizing its diversified media presence.

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• Recognition of CFO Lucy Rutishauser as one of the 'Most Powerful Women in Finance', highlighting leadership and talent.
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BALTIMORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SBGI) congratulates Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Lucy Rutishauser for being named one of the “Most Powerful Women in Finance” in the 2021 edition of Cablefax Magazine’s Most Powerful Women. Annually, Cablefax Magazine’s Most Powerful Women highlights company and oftentimes industry contributions of industry leading women executives.

“A true trailblazer, we are proud that Lucy has been recognized by Cablefax Magazine as a powerful leader in finance,” said Chris Ripley, President and CEO of Sinclair Broadcast Group. “Lucy’s extraordinary work helps place Sinclair as a leading provider of both local sports and news nationally. An integral part of our team, this recognition is well deserved, and we look forward to Lucy’s continued success.”

“It’s an honor to be included as one of Cablefax Magazine’s Most Powerful Women,” said Rutishauser. “Every day, I am fortunate to be able to work with so many talented professionals at Sinclair Broadcast Group, and being able to help the company grow to such incredible heights over the years has been an amazing opportunity. I look forward to the many exciting initiatives that the company will undertake in the years ahead, building on the extensive local news, sports and other varied content that is the hallmark of this great company.”

Rutishauser was also an honoree for The Baltimore Sun’s 2020 Women to Watch and Cynopsis’ Top Women in Media 2020. Rutishauser graduated magna cum laude from Towson University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Finance and received her M.B.A., with honors, from the University of Baltimore. Rutishauser was recently honored by Towson University with its prestigious Distinguished Alumni award.

About Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc.

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local sports and news. The Company owns and/or operates 21 regional sports network brands; owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets; owns multiple national networks including Tennis Channel and Stadium; and has TV stations affiliated with all the major broadcast networks. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and digital and streaming platforms NewsOn and STIRR. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

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FAQ

Who is Lucy Rutishauser and why is she important to Sinclair Broadcast Group?

Lucy Rutishauser is the CFO of Sinclair Broadcast Group, recognized as one of the 'Most Powerful Women in Finance' by Cablefax Magazine. Her leadership is crucial in positioning Sinclair as a leader in local sports and news.

What recognition did Sinclair Broadcast Group receive in 2021?

Sinclair Broadcast Group's CFO Lucy Rutishauser was named one of Cablefax Magazine’s 'Most Powerful Women in Finance' in 2021.

What is Sinclair Broadcast Group's main business focus?

Sinclair Broadcast Group is a diversified media company focused on local sports and news, operating 185 television stations and multiple regional sports networks.

What accolades has Lucy Rutishauser received?

Lucy Rutishauser has previously been recognized by The Baltimore Sun as 'Women to Watch' and by Cynopsis as 'Top Women in Media'.