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Hearst Executive Vice Chairman and Former CEO Frank A. Bennack, Jr. was joined by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Lord Norman Foster to celebrate a retrospective of Foster’s work at Hearst Tower called “The Vertical City.” The pair reminisced about the design and planning of the Tower and its construction following 9/11, discussed the importance of creating sustainability-focused cities and the stories behind some of Lord Foster's biggest projects, past, present and future.
Fitch Ratings provides credit analysis, research and commentary to inform the public about the financial markets. For the first time in company history, Fitch Ratings became the number one rating agency for structured finance transactions globally, by both rated volume and number of rated transactions.
Hearst COO Jordan Wertlieb joined colleagues at Hearst Connecticut Media Group to celebrate its acquisition of RJ Media Group. The new brands further bolster the HCMG network, which keeps Connecticut communities informed through comprehensive local coverage and bold investigative reporting that helps lead to positive change.
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For more than 60 years, Hearst Foundations has brought American democracy to life for two high school students from each state through the United States Senate Youth Program in Washington D.C. The enlightening weeklong experience encourages civic participation and includes scholarship funds for higher education. Students meet with senior government officials, which in 2024 included a Supreme Court justice, cabinet members and directors of federal agencies. At a reception hosted by Hearst Chairman William R. Hearst III and President and CEO Steve Swartz, they spoke with senators from their home states, including Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia and Michael Bennet of Colorado.
In July, New York Governor Kathy Hochul joined Dan Clark of Times Union’s Capitol Confidential newsletter for a candid conversation at Hearst Tower. The governor talked about growing up upstate, the current political landscape, national and state issues and the hot topic of congestion pricing in New York City.
Hearst Health added its sixth company in September by acquiring QGenda, a leading provider of healthcare workforce management solutions that support more than 45 specialties across the healthcare market and are utilized by over 4,500 organizations to advance workforce scheduling, optimize capacity and improve access to care.
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The 2024 Hearst Health Prize was awarded to Mount Sinai Health System for its innovative machine learning application NutriScan AI, which facilitates faster identification and treatment of malnutrition in hospitalized patients. Gregory Dorn, M.D., president of Hearst Health, presented the $100,000 prize during UCLA Health Data Day.
Homecare Homebase (HCHB) hosted its HCHB Users Conference in Las Vegas, featuring thought-provoking discussions, hands-on learning experiences and The Commons, which showcased HCHB products and services, trusted integration solutions and partners that help users better connect to the healthcare community.
In September, A+E Networks EMEA rebranded as Hearst Networks EMEA, serving markets across the U.K., Europe, Middle East and Africa. Now wholly-owned by Hearst, the unit operates 29 linear channels and 20 Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD) services, all filled with engaging content tailored for different countries and cultures.
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Taking Flyte! Hearst Ventures portfolio company FlyteHealth is focused on delivering personalized care and weight management solutions to patients who need it. After a successful 10-month pilot, the state of Connecticut contracted FlyteHealth to deliver its expertise to health plan members for three years.
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Hearst President & CEO Steve Swartz visited Hearst Transportation's Black Book HQ in Atlanta, GA, in February for a conversation and Q&A with colleagues about the company's strategic goals and the importance of Black Book's role in advancing the organization's commitment to innovation.
WTAE-TV in Pittsburgh, PA led the nation in one of 2024’s biggest breaking news moments when President-elect Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt on July 13. The team was on the ground, reporting live from the rally in Butler, PA, and provided essential on-the-scene coverage as the investigation unfolded.
Oprah Daily consulted dozens of experts and tested thousands of products before releasing its first-ever Oprah Beauty O-Wards in 2024, selecting 73 of the best new makeup, skincare and haircare products and tools.
Hearst Television marked 20 years of training the next generation of newsroom leaders in its Producer Academy program, which helps producers excel in their current roles and prepares them for opportunities with increased newsroom responsibilities within Hearst.
The Hearst Television Washington Bureau was on the ground to cover the Republican National Convention in Wisconsin, reporting on the event's major moments to inform viewers in the lead-up to the election.
During TECH WEEK by a16z, HearstLab and the Female Founder Collective co-hosted “Future of CPG Is Female Fueled” at Hearst Tower. Designer Rebecca Minkoff moderated a panel of HearstLab colleagues, portfolio company founders and Scouts, covering key trends and technologies and the importance of inclusivity and sustainability in the CPG industry.
Times Union launched Catastrophic Failure, a podcast with reporter Larry Rulison and host Jessica Marshall detailing the oversights that occurred in the investigation into one of the worst transportation disasters in national history.
When Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed in March, WBAL-TV provided extensive coverage in real time as the story unfolded, with information on investigations, traffic control and Maryland officials’ responses. WBAL-AM News Radio traffic reporter Tony Thornton also discussed the incident, its effects on local traffic and how the bridge collapse would impact drivers in the area for years to come with The New York Times.
The Houston Chronicle launched the HC Live Series, a weekly virtual events program, giving readers direct access to newsmakers, experts and reporters. Over 12,000 people registered for virtual events like meeting the new Houston mayor during his first month in office, a "How to save on property taxes" utility event with chief appraisers and a celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Houston Rockets’ first championship with legendary coach Rudy Tomjanovich.
Breaking news for the future of journalism! The winners of the 64th Hearst Journalism Awards Program were selected in June in Writing, Photojournalism, Audio, Television and Multimedia, marking the exciting finale of the 2023-2024 competition season. The 29 talented finalists from accredited journalism schools across the United States showcased their talents in various spot assignments across San Francisco, judged by top media professionals.
CAMP Systems International, a unit of Hearst Transportation, acquired a suite of aviation software businesses from World Kinect Corporation, including the Avinode Group, the world’s leading air charter sourcing platform, and a portfolio of aviation software serving fixed-base operators (FBOs), delivering a range of aeronautical services such as fueling, hangaring, tie-down and parking and aircraft maintenance.
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Photojournalists at the San Antonio Express-News documented topics from politics and social change to everyday life in San Antonio, capturing both the highs and lows of the year and representing the voices of a diverse community in a rapidly growing region.
