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Adam Symson is president and CEO of The E.W. Scripps Company.
Prior to becoming CEO in…

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On My Mind: Our strategic plan

Colleagues: Recently, we have announced difficult decisions about winding down Scripps News’ over-the-air product and…

Important message about Scripps News

Employees: I have some difficult and painful news to share with you about Scripps News. Our plans are still developing,…

On My Mind: Measuring the news initiative’s success

Colleagues: It’s been a year since I first explained why we needed to launch a bold new approach to serving our local…

On My Mind: Where we are headed and why

Colleagues: I’m sure you know – not just because of your job but your own TV viewing habits – how complicated it is to…

On My Mind: Reimagining Local News

Colleagues, During Scripps’ long and successful 145-year history, the citizens of our nation have depended on us to…

On My Mind: Closing out 2022

Colleagues: Despite the challenges we faced together, I’ll look back on 2022 as another year marked by progress on the…

On My Mind: An 'all of the above'​ strategy

Colleagues: Here’s a pop quiz for you. Which television platform is most important to Scripps? A) Cable/satellite B)…

On My Mind: Taking care of yourself during these national tragedies

Colleagues, I am sure what is weighing on your mind today is the same thing on mine. I’m stunned and heartbroken…

On My Mind: Your career progression isn’t just your responsibility

Colleagues, While scrolling on Twitter a few weeks ago, I saw a post from one of our journalists that caused me to…

National News Literacy Week: Creating healthy news consumers

We live in a world with a complicated and confusing content marketplace. Each of us is subject to an unending flow of…

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Trustee

2020 - Present
The Foundation strives to address the needs and aspirations of a broad and diverse spectrum of Jewishly identified individuals and families in Greater Cincinnati, including both those already immersed in Jewish life and activities, as well as those seeking their own personal connections and new expressions of Jewish involvement. The Foundation commits to learning from, with and about its grantee partners and the constituencies they serve and to sharing these learnings widely…
The Foundation strives to address the needs and aspirations of a broad and diverse spectrum of Jewishly identified individuals and families in Greater Cincinnati, including both those already immersed in Jewish life and activities, as well as those seeking their own personal connections and new expressions of Jewish involvement. The Foundation commits to learning from, with and about its grantee partners and the constituencies they serve and to sharing these learnings widely. TheJewishFoundation.org

Executive Comittee, Trustee

2019 - Present
The Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center exists to ensure the lessons of the Holocaust inspire action today. We educate about the Holocaust, remember its victims and act on its lessons. Through innovative programs and partnerships, the Center challenges injustice, inhumanity, and prejudice, and fosters understanding, inclusion, and engaged citizenship. Located at Cincinnati’s historic Union Terminal, we impact more than 2.5 million people every year through digital and in-person…
The Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center exists to ensure the lessons of the Holocaust inspire action today. We educate about the Holocaust, remember its victims and act on its lessons. Through innovative programs and partnerships, the Center challenges injustice, inhumanity, and prejudice, and fosters understanding, inclusion, and engaged citizenship. Located at Cincinnati’s historic Union Terminal, we impact more than 2.5 million people every year through digital and in-person events, museum tours, educational experiences, social media, and virtual content. From Australia to India, individuals from more than 25 countries and 30 states engage with our mission.

Steering Committee / Trustee

2018 - Present
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press provides pro bono legal representation, amicus curiae support, and other legal resources to protect First Amendment freedoms and the newsgathering rights of journalists. The Reporters Committee serves news organizations, reporters, editors, documentary filmmakers, media lawyers, and many more who use our online resources. RCFP.org

Director

2012 - 2017
Cincinnati Public Radio is the broadcast license holder for 90.9 WGUC and 91.7 WVXU and operates 88.5 WMUB under a management agreement with Miami University. The stations serve the Greater Cincinnati and Southwest Ohio communities with the finest in classical music, news, information, and entertainment programming.

Trustee

2006 - 2017
The Scripps Howard Foundation is the corporate foundation of The E. W. Scripps Company. Our mission is to advance the cause of a free press through support of excellence in journalism, quality journalism education and professional development. The Foundation helps build healthy communities and improve the quality of life through support of sound educational programs, strong families, vital social services, enriching arts and culture, and inclusive civic affairs, with a special commitment to the…
The Scripps Howard Foundation is the corporate foundation of The E. W. Scripps Company. Our mission is to advance the cause of a free press through support of excellence in journalism, quality journalism education and professional development. The Foundation helps build healthy communities and improve the quality of life through support of sound educational programs, strong families, vital social services, enriching arts and culture, and inclusive civic affairs, with a special commitment to the communities in which Scripps does business.

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So proud of the work that Scripps and ION have done over their first year with the NWSL. The E.W. Scripps Company aired 50 matches, 53 studio shows…

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An incredible first season for the partnership between the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) and ION. Congratulations to the entire team at The…

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To all my college journalism friends getting ready for your first BIG election night coverage, be excited about tonight. For the four-year students…

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Press release: The E.W. Scripps Company reports Q3 2024 financial results. Senior management of The E.W. Scripps Company will discuss the company’s…

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