Blip.tv Continues Expansion of National Sales Team

Blip.tv Continues Expansion of National Sales Team

Announces Ron Golminas as Vice President of Sales, Midwest

NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Next generation television network blip.tv announced today that Ron Golminas has joined the company as Vice President of Sales, Midwest, bringing with him over 20 years of experience. In his new role with blip.tv, Ron will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining client relationships across the Midwest as the company continues the expansion of its national sales team. He will focus his efforts in Missouri, Indiana, Kansas, Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin, Iowa and Minnesota.

"A friend asked the other day why I decided to take this opportunity, and I told them I rarely have had the opportunity to be part of something that is so clearly changing the media landscape," said Ron. "Online video has proven to increase consumer engagement, and the potential of blip.tv to transform how people consume media is infinite. I'm excited to leverage the relationships I've fostered to continue growing and expanding blip.tv's presence in the Midwest and to be part of the future of digital media."

"Blip.tv has emerged as the next generation television network, featuring thousands of originally-produced shows by independent producers," said Evan D. Gotlib, Senior Vice President of Advertising Sales and Creative Services at blip.tv. "We are always looking to help our producers realize their revenue potential and to help advertising partners meaningfully connect with our viewers. We are pleased to have Ron join our team as blip.tv continues to strengthen its relationships with advertisers across the country."

Before coming to blip.tv, Ron was the Chicago associate manager for Newsweek and Newsweek.com, where he consistently increased the company's revenue year over year, through multi-platform programs, including print, digital and live events. As recognition for capturing the lead market share and earning top revenues, he was awarded into Newsweek's Leadership Circle.

Prior to Newsweek, Ron was an account manager at Better Homes and Gardens WOOD Magazine. In that role, he increased sales and raised billings more than $1.5 million through digital, print and event marketing. Ron is currently the president of the Chicago Magazine Association. He is also on the committee of MPA Magazine Day in Chicago, IL and Minneapolis, MN, and the Chicago Advertising Federation. Ron graduated with a B.A. at Northern Illinois University.

About blip.tv

Blip.tv is the next generation television network. The company was founded in 2005 by members of the videoblogging community and now hosts and distributes thousands of original series attracting 135 million video views a month. Blip.tv syndicates shows to iTunes, YouTube, Google TV, Facebook, Verizon FiOS, TiVo, Sony TVs, Vizio, the iPad and elsewhere. The company splits advertising revenue with producers on a 50/50 basis. Blip.tv's mission is to evolve television by making independent shows scalable and profitable.

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