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TelevisaUnivision taps John Kozack as ad-sales chief, revenue flat

4/28/2026

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TelevisaUnivision announced that John Kozack will replace Tim Naividad as head of ad-sales.
The appointment follows the 2025 departure of Donna Speciale after contract talks stalled.
The change occurs weeks before the company’s annual upfront marketplace.
Fourth-quarter ad revenue was $856 million, flat year over year, while U.S. revenue fell 11% to $423 million.
CEO Daniel Alegre praised Kozack’s two-decade experience and knowledge of the U.S. Hispanic market.

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Story summary

TelevisaUnivision announced that John Kozack will replace Tim Naividad as head of ad-sales.
The appointment follows the 2025 departure of Donna Speciale after contract talks stalled.
The change occurs weeks before the company’s annual upfront marketplace.
Fourth-quarter ad revenue was $856 million, flat year over year, while U.S. revenue fell 11% to $423 million.
CEO Daniel Alegre praised Kozack’s two-decade experience and knowledge of the U.S. Hispanic market.