Singapore - Universal Networks International (UNI) announced the appointments of David Gunson as vice president of channels for South East Asia and Umeet Shah as chief financial officer for Asia Pacific. The announcement was made by Raymund Miranda, managing director, Asia Pacific, Universal Networks International, to whom Gunson and Shah report. The roles are effective immediately. Based in Singapore, Gunson will lead the optimization of NBCUniversal’s channel brands in the region – … [Read more...] about Universal Networks International appoints CFO and VP of SEA Channels
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Universal goes Global listings
London - Worldwide media company Global Listings has signed a new deal with Universal Networks International (UNI), to provide full-service EPGs and website content for UNI channels: Syfy Universal, Diva Universal and Universal Channel in the Asia Pacific region. Global Listings offers a one-stop worldwide solution for broadcasters’ multi-channel, multi-platform requirements. It delivers broadcasters with a multi-media solution for their programme schedule requirements. The company … [Read more...] about Universal goes Global listings
Universal Networks International enters licensing agreement with NBC Universal International Television Distribution for Asia
Singapore - Universal Networks International (UNI), the global channels division of NBC Universal, has entered an agreement with NBC Universal International Television Distribution for the exclusive first-run basic cable and satellite rights across Asia to current NBC Universal scripted series. Under the terms of the agreement, NBC Universal titles will be available on UNI channels Syfy Universal, Universal Channel and DIVA Universal as of January 2011. Highlights of titles included in the deal … [Read more...] about Universal Networks International enters licensing agreement with NBC Universal International Television Distribution for Asia
Denise Keller on DIVA
Singapore - Universal Networks International (UNI) has engaged popular host and model, Denise Keller to introduce its entertainment brand, DIVA Universal to Asian audiences. DIVA Universal is a vibrant home for feel-good dramas and reality shows that takes over the Hallmark Channel in Asia from 19 September 2010. As the face of DIVA Universal, Keller will be fronting the channel and promoting the new-look format through a fresh set of exclusive top-quality programs aimed at female viewers. … [Read more...] about Denise Keller on DIVA
Universal Networks International launches DIVA Universal in Asia
Singapore – Universal Networks International (UNI) announced its plans to launch a new entertainment channel, DIVA Universal, in Asia on 19 September 2010. A vibrant and dynamic brand, DIVA Universal will replace Hallmark Channel reaching more than 20 million viewers across 21 Asian countries. The launch of DIVA Universal is part of UNI’s global expansion strategy and the roll out of its refocused portfolio of five flagship channel brands. DIVA Universal is a stylish yet personable … [Read more...] about Universal Networks International launches DIVA Universal in Asia
Universal Networks International restructures ad sales team, appoints new Head of Sales
Singapore - Universal Networks International (UNI), the global channels division of NBC Universal announced a restructuring of its Asia Pacific advertising sales function, adding three new hires including Hamidah Hashim as head of advertising sales. Hashim leads a newly expanded ad sales team and will report to Christopher J. Williams, vice president of sales and commercial operations, Asia Pacific, who was given responsibility for all revenue generating activities of the entertainment channel … [Read more...] about Universal Networks International restructures ad sales team, appoints new Head of Sales