It’s big time for CNBC: The NBCUniversal financial network has announced the launch of CNBC Sports, a new vertical dedicated to the broader world of sports business news, and has welcomed a star sports business journalist to the team. Michael Ozanian He will become a senior sports reporter at CNBC Sports after spending nearly 30 years at Forbes, where he became known for his team ratings coverage.
“I am incredibly honored to join CNBC and become part of the CNBC Sports team,” Ozanian told TVNewser. “I am excited to bring my knowledge and experience to an already great team.”
Ozanian will continue to provide data-driven rankings and provide breaking news and analysis for CNBC Sports on big sports happenings, such as franchises acquiring new sponsors or signing major media deals.
Michael Ozanian joins CNBC Sports as senior sports reporter. (Courtesy of CNBC)
In addition to hiring Ozanian, CNBC said it had hired a media reporter. Alex Sherman He was promoted to media and sports reporter. Contessa Brewer It also covers sports betting. Scott Wapner Interviews with sports business leaders Jessica Golden Reports and produces sports content for CNBC Sports.
“There’s more attention on sports than ever before and there’s more money at stake than ever before.” KC Sullivan“CNBC Sports gives our highly engaged audience on the business of sports, as well as those looking to invest in this fast-growing sector, a trusted place to get analysis, updates and inside insights to help you get involved,” CNBC’s president said in a statement.
The launch of CNBC Sports is another sign that sports continues to wield power in the media business. PacNews is the latest venture from veteran sports journalist John Orlandowas added to the lineup earlier this year, and streaming services such as Netflix have been making waves by booking NFL games.
