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The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has announced the promotion of Teresa Morgan to vice president and general manager for WFTS, their ABC affiliate in Tampa, effective Jan. 1. Morgan, who has been with WFTS since 2003, currently serves as station manager and senior director of sales. She has progressed through various roles at the station, including senior account executive, local sales manager, and director of sales. The company will begin searching for a new director of sales immediately.

La E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) ha annunciato la promozione di Teresa Morgan a vice presidente e direttore generale per WFTS, la loro affiliata ABC a Tampa, a partire dal 1 gennaio. Morgan, che è in WFTS dal 2003, ricopre attualmente il ruolo di direttore della stazione e direttore senior delle vendite. Ha progredito attraverso vari ruoli nella stazione, tra cui direttore account senior, responsabile delle vendite locali e direttore commerciale. L'azienda inizierà immediatamente la ricerca di un nuovo direttore delle vendite.

La E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) ha anunciado la promoción de Teresa Morgan a vicepresidenta y gerente general de WFTS, su afiliado de ABC en Tampa, a partir del 1 de enero. Morgan, que ha estado en WFTS desde 2003, actualmente se desempeña como gerente de la estación y directora sénior de ventas. Ha avanzado a través de diversos roles en la estación, incluyendo ejecutiva de cuentas senior, gerente de ventas locales y directora de ventas. La empresa comenzará de inmediato la búsqueda de un nuevo director de ventas.

E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP)는 테레사 모건을 WFTS의 부사장 겸 총괄 관리자에 승진시켰다고 발표했습니다. 이는 1월 1일부터 효력이 발생합니다. 모건은 2003년부터 WFTS에서 일하고 있으며 현재는 방송국 관리 및 판매 고위 이사직을 맡고 있습니다. 그녀는 방송국에서 고위 계정 관리직, 지역 판매 관리자, 판매 이사 등 다양한 역할을 통해 성장해왔습니다. 회사는 즉시 새로운 판매 이사를 찾기 시작할 것입니다.

La E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) a annoncé la promotion de Teresa Morgan au poste de vice-présidente et directrice générale de WFTS, leur affilié ABC à Tampa, à compter du 1er janvier. Morgan, qui est avec WFTS depuis 2003, occupe actuellement le poste de directrice de station et de directrice senior des ventes. Elle a évolué à travers divers rôles au sein de la station, y compris celui de responsable de comptes senior, responsable des ventes locales et directrice des ventes. L'entreprise commencera immédiatement à rechercher un nouveau directeur des ventes.

Die E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) hat die Beförderung von Teresa Morgan zur Vizepräsidentin und Generalmanagerin von WFTS, ihrem ABC-Ableger in Tampa, zum 1. Januar bekannt gegeben. Morgan, die seit 2003 bei WFTS ist, fungiert derzeit als Stationsleiterin und senior Director of Sales. Sie hat sich in verschiedenen Rollen in der Station weiterentwickelt, darunter als Senior Account Executive, lokaler Verkaufsleiter und Verkaufsleiter. Das Unternehmen wird sofort mit der Suche nach einem neuen Verkaufsleiter beginnen.

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TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has promoted Teresa Morgan to vice president and general manager for WFTS, the Scripps-owned ABC affiliate in Tampa, effective Jan. 1. 

Morgan has been with WFTS since 2003 and currently serves as the station manager and senior director of sales. She started her career at the station as a senior account executive before being promoted to local sales manager in 2011 and the director of sales in 2016. She assumed station manager responsibilities in September.  

"Teresa has done a tremendous job leading day-to-day operations here in Tampa," said Nick Nicholson, Scripps regional vice president and general manager. "She has a deep understanding of all aspects of our WFTS operations, the Tampa market and community. She has achieved strong results in every role she has held and embodies the leadership characteristics that are crucial to guiding the station forward in this fast-changing media environment."

Prior to joining WFTS, Morgan held positions in sales and community relations at WTVT, also in Tampa. Morgan is actively involved in her community, regularly volunteering with local charities.

Scripps will begin the search for a new WFTS director of sales immediately.

Media contact: Becca McCarter, The E.W. Scripps Company, (513) 410-2425, rebecca.mccarter@scripps.com

About Scripps
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps' long-time motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way."

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FAQ

When will Teresa Morgan start as VP and GM of WFTS Tampa (SSP)?

Teresa Morgan will start as vice president and general manager of WFTS Tampa on January 1, 2024.

How long has Teresa Morgan been with WFTS Tampa (SSP)?

Teresa Morgan has been with WFTS since 2003, serving in various roles including senior account executive, local sales manager, director of sales, and station manager.

What position will Scripps (SSP) be hiring for at WFTS Tampa?

Scripps will be hiring a new director of sales for WFTS Tampa.

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