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Presents an interview with the founder of Music Television, Bob Pittman. Positions held by Pittman; Description of Pittman's role at American Online (AOL), as president and chief executive officer; Long term plans of Pittman for AOL; Pittman's response to the media reports on AOL's turnover and loss of subscribers. INSET: Biogaphy..

The article profiles Bob Pittman, the co-chief operating officer of AOL Time Warner. Pittman is attempting to graft an America Online advertising-cum-partnership strategy across the entire portfolio of the world's largest media company. Pittman needs to deliver on the promises of large-scale cross-media packages that have long bedeviled the industry while not unduly alienating agencies.

The article focuses on MTV Networks founder and Clear Channel Communications Inc. chief executive Bob Pittman, who also owned the ultra-premium tequila brand Casa Dragones. Pittman and Bertha Gonzales Nieves, co-founder of Casa Dragones, mention that the brand is on track to double sales in 2012 to 24,000 bottles and over six million dollars in sales. Furthermore, Pittman says that Casa Dragones makes him feel 40 years younger.

Reports on AOL Time Warner seeking ways to generate revenue for its slowing subscriber growth. Discussions about Internet Service Provider agreement with major cable operators continues, according to Bob Pittman, chief operating officer of AOL Time Warner; Acquisition of AOL officials of 25 percent stake in Time Warner Entertainment.

The article discusses the decision of former AOL Time Warner executive Bob Pittman to form private equity firm Pilot Group in early 2003, after being ejected from AOL in July 2002. Pilot Group is seeking to expand its portfolio to include advertising and marketing services shops. The company had access to around $400 million in capital. Partners in the venture include former marketing executives Bob Sherman and Mayo Stuntz, and veteran media executive Paul McNichol.

Reports on The Pilot Group, an investment company that was formed by Bob Pittman, former executive of AOL Time Warner and MTV co-founder, as of July 7, 2003. Cost of the starting capital investment of the company; Information on the principal investors at The Pilot Group; Career background of Pittman; Details of the plans of company concerning television and radio ownership in the U.S.

This article reports on the reorganization of media company AOL Time Warner upon the abrupt departure of Chief Operating Officer Bob Pittman. With Pittman's departure, AOL Time Warner loses the personification of the massive cross-platform ad deals it promised would sprout in the wake of its merger. On July 18, 2002, the media company appointed Time Inc. Chairman-CEO Don Logan as chairman of the Media & Communications Group, which includes America Online, Time Inc., Time Warner Cable and a book and interactive video unit. Jeff Bewkes, chairman-CEO of HBO, was elevated to chairman of its Entertainment & Networks Group, which includes its networks, movie studios and music units. In a memo sent to staffers announcing the changes, AOL Time Warner CEO Richard Parsons acknowledged the road after the merger had been a bumpy one. Many within the company expect changes to how things currently work, even if specifics are elusive at this point. Jamie Kellner, chairman-CEO of Turner Broadcasting System, was assigned four weeks ago, as of July 22, 2002, by Parsons to look into the structure of the Global Marketing Solutions group. Bob Sherman, president-interactive marketing for the AOL unit, thinks the Global Marketing Solutions will morph into something focused on a more targeted list of marketers, with individual divisions playing a greater role for implementing specific programs.

The article provides insights from Bob Pittman, chairman of mass media company iHeartMedia and founder of cable television channel MTV, on consumer preferences. Topics mentioned include establishment of an identity for MTV the network and not the programs, his thoughts on the Internet, and the merger between mass media companies AOL and Time Warner.

The article discusses remarks by Bob Pittman, Chairman of the Board of the radio broadcasting firm Clear Channel, in which Pittman states that Internet radio broadcasting has a relatively small percentage of the total audience for radio broadcasting.

The article looks at the success of advertisements which encourage consumers to spend their money wisely. The author suggests that decreases in consumer spending are the result of decreases in advertising spending. Marketing executive Bob Pittman suggests that the U.S. government offer tax credits for companies which engage in heavy advertising to stimulate consumer spending.

The article discusses the outlook of private-investment firm Pilot Group's decision to stay as a single-platform email-based company amid a multi-platform business world. Daily Candy Co., Ideal Bite Co., and Thrillist Co. are funded by Pilot Group and are based on the Web 1.0 model. Under chief executive officer (CEO) Bob Pittman, the company has continued to experience growth, even spawning imitation companies.

Reports on the obstacle faced by Bob Pittman and his Pilot Group in acquiring television stations. Information on the radio station acquired by Pittman; Primary competitor of Pilot in acquiring television stations.

The article reports on the appointment of Richard Parsons as first chairman and chief executive officer of U.S.-based AOL Time Warner Inc. on January 16, 2003. Less than a year ago, Parsons shared co-chief operating officer billing with the then-heir apparent Bob Pittman. One of his Parsons' priorities will be to manage the initial public offering of Time Warner Cable Inc. .

The article contends that although Bob Pittman was not promoted to the top position at AOL Time Warner, he still has 16.7 million in stock worth $371.4 million and his choice of almost any job he desires. One possibility is the job of CEO of Walt Disney Co. if Michael Eisner decides to leave in view of Disney's declining stock value. Nevertheless, industry analysts believe he will remain at AOL Time Warner.

The article discusses comments made by people related to the prospective merger between America Online and Time Warner during the 2000 American Magazine Conference. Bob Pittman, president-chief executive officer of America Online has pronounced that Time Inc., Turner Broadcasting and America Online share only four of America Online-Time Warner's top 300 advertisers. Don Logan, chairman-CEO of Time Inc., has dismissed concerns about layoffs by citing Time Inc.'s track record.

The article focuses on the 2000 American Magazine Conference which was held in Southampton, Bermuda. The American Magazine Conference was organized by the Magazine Publishers of America and the American Society of Magazine Editors. America Online President Bob Pittman and Time Inc.'s Chairman-Chief Executive Officer Don Logan suggested some outlines of what Time Inc. may look like following the Times Mirror purchase and America Online's pending Time Warner takeover.

The article discusses a speech given by Bob Pittman, who will oversee America Online/Time Warner Inc. Pittman has revealed that America Online/Time Warner had found ways to bypass third parties and establish direct, more convenient and more profitable relationships with consumers. Pittman states that America Online has an annual revenue from advertising and electronic commerce of two billion dollars.

Reports on Century 21 Real Estate chief executive officer-managing partner Bob Pittman's efforts to improve his firm's advertising campaign. Lawsuit with Re/Max International over claims of which is the leading real estate company; Estimated advertising budget allocated by Century; Plan to have different spots run on various media.

Features advertising executive Bob Pittman. Credit for Pittman's creation of MTV: Music Television and Nickelodeon; Plan by Pittman to venture into entertainment theme parks projects; Competition with Walt Disney Co.'s parks ventures; Pittman's role in negotiation of sale of Time Warner's stake in Six Flags parks.

Profiles Bob Pittman, president chief operating officer of America Online. Career highlights; Comments.