Baudin believes the future is now. He leads teams responsible for product management and development to deliver a next-generation multiplatform media experience. When it comes to cable being diverse, Baudin says the cable industry has earned a B. “The industry has made a demonstrable commitment to increasing the pipeline of diverse leaders via various programs” such as NAMIC and WICT, he says.

What grade do you give the cable industry on diversity and why?
I give the cable industry a grade of B on diversity. The industry has made a demonstrable commitment to increasing the pipeline of diverse leaders via various programs (NAMIC, WICT, etc.).

I believe the following technology will benefit cable TV over the next year:
Streaming platforms and VR.

What television show/s – cable or broadcast – best embrace diversity?
Scripps Networks, Viacom, and FOX

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