Robert Marino Email Address

Vice President Network Sales

ION Media Networks is a leading U.S. provider of television, utilizing its nationwide assets to deliver content to 260 million Americans in 98 million homes. ION delivers television entertainment and choice through innovation, offering quality content, new formats and innovative packages that are affordable and accessible to all consumers. For details on career opportunities, click the website below.

Knowledgeable Television Advertising Sales Executive with over Twenty Five years in Broadcast Network,Cable TV & Digital sales. Over Nine years on the Senior Management level. Goal oriented and serious performer with a strong industry presence and extensive list of client connections. Expert in network sales start-ups as well as managing mature network strategies and needs. Leader, Mentor and Sales Trainer. Proactive and Positive with an Entrepreneurial demeanor and approach toward client development and satisfaction.SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONSExtensive experience planning and executing national and regional sales strategiesConsistently doubled advertising revenues annually over entire career through relationships with key clients and advertising agency executivesExpertise in analyzing competitive market to develop strategic long-term sales plansManagerial skill in building and mentoring high performing sales teamsStrong track record developing such networks as Fox Family Worldwide, ABC Family, ION TV, AMC/WETV, Turner Broadcasting (CNN Division) and early experience with NYC ad agencyBroad-based background in Adults, Kids, News, Broadcast, Cable & Syndication environments