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From Coast to Coast: Bringing the RSN Community Together Dear RSN Summit Attendee,

Thank you for joining us today for this important first-ever event: the RSN Summit!The RSN Summit was created to help meet the information and networking needs of

arguably the most important part of the sports-TV industry: the regional sports network. During the past three decades, regional sports networks have grown in stature and, in many ways, are the lifeblood of local sports across the nation. They provide a tremendous amount of economic fuel to professional sports franchises, colleges, and even high schools — while providing fans with the local flavor they demand.

So why the RSN Summit? Because regional sports networks face different challenges than national networks face. On the regional level, every dollar has to stretch as far as it can, and that often spurs innovative thinking in event production, content creation, and distribution. Perhaps the biggest challenge is simply meeting the needs of sports fans who want every production, no matter how small, to look and feel like a top-flight national broadcast.

Today’s event will cover it all, including two great keynotes about the RSN business and the future of production: Jeff Krolik, president of Fox Sports Regional Networks, and David Preschlack, president of NBC Sports Regional Networks. Thanks to both Jeff and David for joining us today. Be sure to catch both conversations.

We also offer plenty of discussions concerning the future of RSN programming and production. You’ll learn how to get the most out of your resources, how to use IP and non-tra-ditional backhaul technologies, pre/postgame-coverage techniques, how to create a compel-ling web presence, and much more. And, of course, please make sure to visit the Technology Showcase exhibits to check out the latest gear and solutions for RSN production.

Besides offering a wealth of informational sessions, today’s program provides plenty of networking opportunities. Throughout today’s event, we encourage you to share ideas and network with as many of your RSN peers and technology vendors as possible. Though covering drastically different regions of the country, many of you face the same day-to-day challenges and opportunities. Use this setting as a valuable opportunity to learn from one another, build relationships, and make your network’s product the very best that it can be.

Once again, thank you for joining us today. We realize that the RSN world never really slows down, and we appreciate your taking part in what we hope will become an annual tradition.

Sincerely, Ken Kerschbaumer, Executive Director, Editorial, SVG

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8:45 – 9:00 a.m. THINK GLOBALLY, ACT LOCALLY: RSNs COME TOGETHERSVG has a number of national initiatives, in particular education and the Sports Broadcasting Fund, that could benefit from more exposure on the local level. Learn how you can get involved and make a difference today.SPEAKERS:Andrea Berry, Industry ConsultantJerry Steinberg, Industry Consultant

9:00 – 9:30 a.m. OPENING KEYNOTE CONVERSATION: Jeff Krolik, Fox Sports Regional Networks, President MODERATOR: Ken Kerschbaumer, SVG, Executive Director, Editorial

9:30 – 10:15 a.m. SPONSORED BY THE REGIONAL SPORTS NETWORK BUSINESS: EP and GM PerspectivesWhat are some of the keys to success on a regional level? How important is the performance of the local professional franchise, and how do things like the potential for cord cutting affect carriage fees and viewership? Executive producers and general managers discuss the state of the business, challenges ahead, and how to take advantage of new opportunities.MODERATOR: Jason Dachman, SVG, Chief EditorSPEAKERS:Phil Bedella, Comcast SportsNet Chicago, VP/GMMichael Connelly, Fox Sports Networks, SVP/Executive ProducerJoseph Maar, NESN, VP, Programming and Production/Executive ProducerKen Miller, KSE/Altitude Sports & Entertainment, SVP,

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BIG-TIME LOOK ON A BUDGET: Making the Most of Your Resources Professional sports teams can justify larger production budgets, but smaller events — such as amateur, high school, college, or minor-league games — require a network to stretch a dollar as far as it can go. How do regional networks get the most out of their production budgets on these shows, and what new technologies do they leverage?MODERATOR: Joseph Maar, NESN, VP,

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1:00 – 1:30 p.m. AFTERNOON KEYNOTE CONVERSATION: David Preschlack, NBC Sports Regional Networks, President

MODERATOR: Ken Kerschbaumer, SVG, Executive Director, Editorial

1:30 – 2:15 p.m. THE FUTURE OF RSN REMOTE PRODUCTION: At Home and on the RoadThe technology and footprint of the RSN mobile unit have changed dramatically over the past decade. While many networks have opted for a dual-feed model, others have elected to use a dedicated truck for live game productions. Throw in the rise of at-home–production workflows and potential technical challenges created by 4K and IP technology, and it’s harder than ever for an RSN to make smart remote-production decisions. Top RSN execs and mobile-unit providers discuss how to weather this ever-changing storm.MODERATOR: Jason Dachman, SVG, Chief Editor PANELISTS:Kryst Budziak, Dome Productions, Director, Production ServicesPhillip Garvin, Mobile TV Group, GM/FounderSteve Grigely, Fox Sports Networks, VP, Technical OperationsMatt Scalici, PSSI, GMJon Slobotkin, NBC Sports Regional Networks, VP/Executive Producer, Live Events

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2:45 – 3:30 p.m. BEFORE AND AFTER: Perfecting Pre- and Post-Game CoverageStudio operations make up a large part of a regional network’s broadcast day, especially when it comes to pre/postgame coverage. How do network approaches differ? Is there a major advantage to being onsite at an event, or can most coverage be handled remotely? Experts in studio operations examine the art and science of pre- and post-game coverage.MODERATOR: Karen Hogan, SVG, Senior EditorPANELISTS:J. David Hoffman, Brainstorm, Sales Engineering ManagerDoug Johnson, Root Sports/AT&T Sports Networks, VP/Executive ProducerTom Stathakes, NBC Sports Regional Networks, SVP,

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3:30 – 4:15 p.m. CAUGHT IN THE WEB: Creating a Compelling Online PresenceDie-hard fans have an insatiable appetite for online information andvideo covering their local teams, and RSNs are in a unique position toprovide just that. Meanwhile, development regarding in-market streaming of MLB, NBA, and NHL games is changing the face of the RSN market. Digital leaders discuss how to develop a compelling social-media presence, create better video content, and build a tighter relationship with local sports fans.MODERATOR: Brandon Costa, SVG, Senior EditorPANELISTS:Jen Franklin, NBC Sports Regional Networks, VP, DigitalJeffrey Gilbert, Verizon Digital Media Services,

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JEFF KROLIK Fox Sports Regional Networks, PresidentKrolik oversees the day-to-day operation of Fox Sports’ 22 regional sports networks, the largest RSN group in the country. In this role, he manages relationships with 44 NBA, NHL, and MLB team partners and is responsible for a business that produces more than 5,000 live sports telecasts annually.

In 2013, Krolik’s duties were expanded to include oversight of Fox Deportes, the No. 1 Lati-no sports channel in the U.S. He continues to work with the Fox Deportes team to grow the brand and strengthen the channel’s commitment to serving the U.S. Hispanic sports fan.

Prior to being promoted to his current position in 2013, Krolik had served as EVP, Fox Sports Regional Networks, since 2007. Previous to that, he had been GM of Fox Sports Bay Area since 1995, overseeing all network operations: affiliate relations, advertising sales, programming, pro-duction, marketing, and public relations. During his tenure at Fox Sports Bay Area, he led the effort to convert the network from a premium channel to a basic-cable channel.

Before joining Fox Sports, Krolik spent 15 years at HBO. In his last role there, as VP, HBO International, he was responsible for identifying and developing pay-TV channels and other media ventures in key global markets. Among his notable achievements was the successful launch of HBO in Brazil.

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DAVID PRESCHLACK NBC Sports Regional Networks/NBC Sports Group Platform and Content Strategy, President Preschlack is responsible for overseeing the NBC Sports Regional Networks portfolio —pro-duction, programming, technical operations — and interacts with each general manager in sales, content, and ongoing relationship management. He also leads the entire NBC Sports platforming strategy with existing and potential content.

Previously, Preschlack served as EVP, affiliate sales and marketing, Disney and ESPN Net-works Group, overseeing distribution of content on computers, smartphones, tablets, and con-nected devices: WatchESPN, ESPN3, WATCH ABC, WATCH ABC Family, and the WATCH Dis-ney products. He also oversaw U.S. cable-, telco-, and satellite-affiliate sales, global distribution and strategy, digital-video distribution, and affiliate marketing for 16 Walt Disney Co. linear networks (including all sports offerings), as well as HDTV, video-on-demand, subscription video-on-demand, interactive television, and pay-per-view products.

Preschlack joined ESPN in 1995 as a videotape librarian and was promoted to various lev-els through the affiliate sales and marketing department. He served as SVP, affiliate sales and marketing, Disney & ESPN Media Networks Group, overseeing sales, business strategy, affiliate ad sales, and affiliate marketing for all Disney and ESPN products and services in the U.S. Be-fore that, he was SVP, national accounts, with responsibility for all domestic distribution and licensing efforts for Walt Disney Co. assets within the Media Networks Group.

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SPEAKERSPHIL BEDELLA, Comcast SportsNet Chicago, VP/GM

With a quarter century in Chicago media, Bedella oversees the continued growth of Comcast SportsNet Chicago and its online counterpart, CSNChicago.com. He was instrumental in the network’s launch in October 2004. The net-work provides in-depth game and pre/postgame coverage for the Blackhawks,

Bulls, Cubs, and White Sox, plus expanded Bears pre/postgame coverage. Bedella also oversaw the launch of CSNChicago.com.

JASON BERNSTEIN, Hawk-Eye North America (A Sony Company), Managing Director

Bernstein is managing director for Hawk-Eye Innovations North America. He oversees the implementation of all U.S.-based agreements, including the growth and development of new business and technology advancements for clients in North America. Prior to joining Sony, Bernstein managed digital me-

dia programming content acquisition, scheduling, and distribution for ESPN3 and its authen-ticated networks service WatchESPN.

KRYST BUDZIAK, Dome Productions, Director, Production Services

With 35 years in production services, 25 with Dome Productions, Budziak has been involved in all aspects of the business. He has been involved in Dome’s becoming one of the leading-edge pro-duction-facilities providers in North America, including launch

of Canada’s first HD production unit, the recent roll-out of 4K production, and the recent launch of HD trucks and production-control room to support remote mobile integration.

ROBERT CARZOLI, Program Productions, President/CEO

Carzoli has overseen a decade of growth at Program Productions and now runs the broadcast industry’s largest labor-manage-ment firm. Over the past 11 years, he has expanded the top-line revenues of the organization and has created a workplace atmo-

sphere and corporate culture that ensures that his employees can deliver on the many promises he makes to customers.

MICHAEL CONNELLY, Fox Sports Networks, SVP/EPConnelly is responsible for day-to-day operation of FSN’s 19 re-gional sports networks and national broadcasts of Pac-12, Big 12, and CUSA events and all studio shows that include College Foot-ball Saturday. Previously, he was with Fox Sports Arizona, over-

seeing all aspects of the P/L: sales, production, programming, marketing, public relations, and affiliate sales. From 1997 to 2001, he served as Fox Sports Arizo-na’s first executive producer.

BRANDON COSTA, SVG, Senior EditorCosta covers the college beat while also writing on vari-ous sports-production topics, including developments in 4K, digital distribution, and more. He founded the SVG College Initiative, a year-round commitment to connect-

ing and educating the college sports-video-production community through regional events, webinars, research, and editorial content.

JASON DACHMAN, SVG, Chief Editor and RSN Summit Program Director

Dachman oversees all aspects of SVG’s North American editorial operations, including the thrice-weekly SVG Insider newsletter and SVG’s annual print publications. A member of the SVG team since 2009, he also serves as program director for SVG’s Sports

Asset Management & Storage (SAMS) Forum, Sports Graphics Forum, and TranSPORT event.

JEN FRANKLIN, NBC Sports Regional Networks, VP, Digital Media

Franklin oversees all digital, mobile, and social-media plat-forms for the San Francisco; Chicago; Boston; Philadelphia; Washington, DC; Portland, OR; and New York networks. She is responsible for the day-to-day operations and growth of the

websites, including live streaming, strategy, revenue generation, marketing, product, and editorial programming. Under Franklin, Comcast SportsNet launched TV Everywhere, allowing authenticated viewers to stream live games and related coverage.

PHILLIP GARVIN, Mobile TV Group, President/Founder/Co-Owner

Besides heading the nation’s second-largest mobile-produc-tion-facilities company, Garvin is co-founder/GM/COO of HD-Net, the all-HD national television network, and president of Colorado Studios. He has built his businesses around his experi-

ence as a creative producer and technologist. Combining both skills has enabled him to offer cost-effective production solutions unique in the industry.

JEFFREY GILBERT, Verizon Digital Media Ser-vices, Client Executive, Media & Entertainment,

As Verizon Digital Media Services’ client executive, media & enter-tainment since August 2014, Gilbert works with some of the larg-est media companies in the world to help them safely, reliably and profitably stream their content on the Internet. Prior to joining the

company, Gilbert held executive level sales and business development positions at Level 3 Communications and Exceda USA, an Akamai reseller.

T.K. GORE, Comcast SportsNet Chicago, Senior Director, Digital

Gore is responsible for all CSN Chicago digital operations, including TV Everywhere, live streaming, business develop-ment and strategy, sales, content development, partner rela-tions, social media, analytics, and products. He previously

served as director, digital, and played a vital role in creating the digital and live-streaming business for CSN Chicago. He was instrumental in building a 24/7 digital-content studio and newsroom in 2009 and forging partner-ships with the Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs, White Sox, Bears, Fire, and more.

STEVE GRIGELY, Fox Sports Networks, VP, Technical Operations

Grigely began his career with Fox Sports in 2007 as a produc-tion coordinator and immediately had an impact on Fox’s big-gest shows, managing production services and crewing for Su-per Bowls in Arizona and Dallas as well as the Daytona 500 and

World Series. In 2015, he transitioned to the regional-network side, overseeing operations for Fox Sports Regional Networks. He continues his role at Fox Sports Networks, focusing on improving mobile-unit equipment and expand-ing technology in regional broadcasts.

GERARD HALL, SMT, Founder/President/CEOThe head of SMT (SportsMEDIA Technology Corp.) — a pio-neer in real-time graphics, tickers, clock-and-score, virtual insertions, and social-media integration for live productions — Hall was the creative force behind design and development

of the SportsMEDIA Autograph device, which became known as the Fox Box and blazed the trail for proliferation of the on-air graphic scoreboards that are now standard for sports telecasts. He rebranded SportsMEDIA Technolo-gy as SMT in 2011 in order to expand its market and expand global footprint.

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J. DAVID HOFFMAN, Brainstorm, Sales Engineering Manager

Hoffman joined Brainstorm in 2014 and has more than 20 years of production/postproduction and technical experience in the entertainment field. During this time, he has always focused on the latest software and hardware developments and capabilities

in real-time graphics and virtual studios for broadcast and motion pictures.

KAREN HOGAN, SVG, Senior EditorHogan focuses on the venue industry while also reporting on a variety of sports-production and -technology topics. She over-sees SVG’s print publications and drives its Venue Initiative, coordinating the program for the Sports Venue Production

Summit and Venue Production Seminars and serving as editor for the annual Venue Production Journal. In addition, she is director of the Women’s Sports Media Initiative.

DOUG JOHNSON, VP/Executive Producer, Root Sports

Johnson has worked in sports television production for 26 years including the last five as the Executive Producer at Root Sports Pittsburgh. A 20-time Emmy award winner, he has Produced or Directed over 2,000 live pro events. He most recently served as

the coordinating producer for Fox Sports Ohio. He was the event producer for Pittsburgh Pirates and Cleveland Indians baseball telecasts as well as directing Cleveland Cavaliers basketball.

KEN KERSCHBAUMER, SVG, Executive Director, Editorial Services

Kerschbaumer has been writing about how sports networks and leagues use video and audio technology to deliver a quality TV experience since 1991. He began his career at Television Broad-cast magazine before joining Cahners, where he was editor of

Digital Broadcasting magazine. In 2000, he joined Broadcasting & Cable maga-zine as senior editor of technology. Seven years later, he helped co-found the Sports Video Group with Paul Gallo and Marty Porter.

JOSEPH MAAR, NESN, VP, Programming and Production/Executive Producer

Having joined NESN in 2012, Maar oversees the network’s con-tent vision, planning and production of live events, studio shows, documentaries, episodic series, and a wide range of original en-tertainment shows. His responsibilities include programming

and production of two regional networks, plus NESN National’s reaching a combined 9.5 million homes.

LARRY MEYERS, TWC Sports, VP, Content/ Executive Producer

Meyers is responsible for all event, studio, and original production for Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable De-portes, the local TV homes of the Los Angeles Lakers, Galaxy, and Sparks. Time Warner Cable Deportes is the nation’s first-ever Span-

ish-language RSN. Meyers also oversees production for SportsNet LA, the region-al television network of the Dodgers. He oversees live coverage of more than 500 sports events per year on Time Warner Cable SportsNet, Time Warner Cable De-portes, and SportsNet LA.

KEN MILLER, KSE/Altitude Sports & Entertainment, SVP, Production and Programming

Miller’s primary role is to oversee all aspects of game productions for the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Mammoth, and Colorado Rapids. After 12 years as VP/executive producer for Fox Sports/ROOT Sports, he joined Altitude with more than 25

years’ experience in production, having worked on network productions of seven Super Bowls and directed live coverage of more than 3,000 sports and entertain-ment events.

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MATT SCALICI, PSSI, GMScalici has 36 years of experience working in satellite and cable television and has been a ground-floor member of several signif-icant start-ups, including Golf Channel. He has built and man-aged production studios, mobile production units, teleports, and

mobile satellite and broadcast facilities, including the first digital-network facil-ity in the U.S. in 1994.

MARK SHUKEN, TWC Regional Sports Networks, SVP/GM

Shuken oversees programming, network operations, and business operations of Time Warner Cable’s RSNs, Time Warner Cable SportsNet, and Time Warner Cable Deportes. He also manages SportsNet LA, the regional television network of the Dodgers, and

oversees Time Warner Cable’s local sports channels.

JON SLOBOTKIN, NBC Sports Regional Networks, VP/Executive Producer, Live Events

Slobotkin oversees all aspects of live sports coverage by 10 re-gional sports networks (Comcast SportsNet Bay Area, California, Chicago, Mid-Atlantic, New England, Northwest, Philadelphia, and Southeast; The Comcast Network; and SportsNet New York),

which cover more than 2,400 per year.

MICHAEL SPIRITO, Fox Sports Regional Networks, VP, Business Development and Digital Media

Spirito currently serves as head of business development and digital media for the Fox Sports regional sports networks, as well as for the YES Network, which he joined in 2006. He helped launch MLB’s first in-market live-streaming product, which was

also the first authenticated TV Everywhere product in professional sports.

TOM STATHAKES, NBC Sports Regional Networks, SVP, Production and Programming

Stathakes was named SVP for programming, news, and operations of NBC Sports’ regional networks, a newly created position, in 2012. The RSNs deliver 2,400 events annually, along with breaking news and comprehensive analysis to more than 50 million cable and sat-

ellite homes. Previously, he was SVP, programming, production, and network operations, for Golf Channel.

HOWARD ZALKOWITZ, NESN, Director, Production/Senior Coordinating Producer

In his current position since 2013, Zalkowitz oversees day-to-day re-mote and studio production for NESN’s Boston Red Sox and Bruins broadcasts and manages the producers and directors for those prop-erties. In 2014, he was part of a core development team that launched

five network shows. A nine-time Emmy Award winner, he supervised a live com-mercial-free baseball pregame show for kids called NESN Clubhouse, a Red Sox All-Access show, and a year-long celebration of NESN’s 30th anniversary that includ-ed a documentary and the production of 200 vignettes.

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