TEGNA Names Robert Dwyer President and General Manager of KCEN KAGS

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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) has appointed Robert Dwyer as the new president and general manager at KCEN KAGS, the NBC affiliates for Temple, Waco, Killeen, and Bryan-College Station in Central Texas, effective March 20. Dwyer previously served as the marketing director at WCNC in Charlotte since 2019, where he successfully enhanced the station's branding and audience engagement. His background also includes roles at WHNS and The Golf Channel. TEGNA's vice president praised Dwyer's leadership and experience in improving content brands and community relations.

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• Appointment of Robert Dwyer as president and GM, expected to enhance local operations.
• Dwyer has a strong track record of audience growth and branding success.

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TYSONS, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) announced today that Robert Dwyer has been named president and general manager at KCEN KAGS, the NBC affiliates serving Temple, Waco, Killeen and Bryan-College Station in Central Texas, effective March 20. Dwyer will be responsible for overseeing the stations’ operations across all platforms, as well as leading community service efforts and driving results for advertisers.

Robert Dwyer has been named president and general manager at TEGNA's KCEN KAGS, the NBC affiliates serving Temple, Waco, Killeen and Bryan-College Station in Central Texas. (Photo: Business Wire)

Most recently, Dwyer was marketing director at WCNC in Charlotte, a position he’s held since 2019. At WCNC, Dwyer oversaw the station’s branding in the market and was instrumental in growing all dayparts in news, increasing digital video consumption, and building trust with audiences. Previously, Dwyer was director of marketing at WHNS in Greenville, where he led a team of marketing producers, digital media specialists and graphic designers and collaborated with content leaders to launch newscasts and grow the station’s audience across platforms. Earlier in his career, Dwyer was senior director of creative services for The Golf Channel, overseeing campaigns for PGA and LPGA tours, original content and documentaries. Dwyer began his career at a production house in Detroit.

“Rob’s experience and track record of growing content brands and collaborating across disciplines make him an excellent choice for Central Texas,” said Kristie Gonzales, vice president, media operations, TEGNA. “As a graduate of our TEGNA Executive Leadership Program and proven leader, Rob will help build the stations’ news capabilities, brands and community engagement efforts while also serving our local advertising clients.”

Dwyer holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Television Production from Ferris State University. He and his family will be relocating to Temple from Charlotte.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network, Twist and Quest. TEGNA offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.

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For media inquiries, contact:

Anne Bentley

Vice President, Corporate Communications

703-873-6366

abentley@TEGNA.com

For investor inquiries, contact:

Julie Heskett

Senior Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis

703-873-6747

investorrelations@TEGNA.com

Source: TEGNA Inc.

FAQ

Who is Robert Dwyer in relation to TEGNA?

Robert Dwyer has been appointed as the president and general manager of KCEN KAGS, the NBC affiliates in Central Texas.

When does Robert Dwyer start as president and GM at KCEN KAGS?

Robert Dwyer will start his role on March 20.

What were Robert Dwyer's previous positions before TEGNA?

Dwyer was the marketing director at WCNC in Charlotte and previously worked at WHNS and The Golf Channel.

What is TEGNA's business focus?

TEGNA is focused on serving communities through empowering stories, impactful investigations, and innovative marketing solutions.

What markets does TEGNA operate in?

TEGNA operates 64 television stations across 51 U.S. markets.