Stephens sets the short- and long-term business strategy for HGTV and DIY while working closely with the nets’ presidents, research, ad sales marketing and planning teams to grow ad sales revenue for the upscale lifestyle brands. “Data is a powerful tool and female engineers and data scientists have lots of opportunity in cable,” she says.

 

Where are the biggest growth areas for women in cable?

Analytics. Data is a powerful tool and female engineers and data scientists have lots of opportunity in cable.

 

What’s the most important aspect of mentoring?

Senior female executives can be the voice, the champion for those female mentees that have incredible potential. Excellent performance often times is not enough – we need to continue to help outstanding female leaders be recognized within the organization.

 

Your favorite trick for unwinding?

Jumping on my Harley and hitting the road with my husband.

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FCC Order on DISH Designated Entities

The FCC made it official Monday, releasing an order on remand finding that SNR Wireless LicenseCo and Northstar Wireless are controlled de facto by DISH and thus ineligible for the $3.3bln in AWS-3 bidding

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