BMG's 2024 Year-End Rundown

As we wrap up 2024, we’re honored to share this newsletter with you reflecting on a year of incredible growth and achievement at Broadcast Management Group. 2024 took BMG to 22 states, where we delivered over 2,500 hours of live programming, employed over 1,000 freelance crew members (Not including our 60 full-time staff members), and traveled 57,000 miles to bring over 1,900 of our clients' live broadcasts to life.?

From the successful execution of live productions to managing multiple client-owned facilities, we’ve expanded our footprint, including a major milestone with the construction of the first-ever cloud-based Network Operations Center in Washington, DC, set to be fully online in 2025.

As we look ahead to 2025, we’re excited for another year of growth, new opportunities, and continued success. Read on to learn about some of the most memorable moments of 2024 and what we’re planning for the future!

2024 Live Production Project Highlights

Taco Bell Live Más Live-A Ground Breaking Direct to Consumer Event

In February of 2024, BMG had the privilege of producing and directing the inaugural Live Más Live event for Taco Bell at the Wynn Las Vegas. This groundbreaking event celebrated Taco Bell’s vision for 2024, unveiling new menu items and exclusive partnerships to a global audience. Featuring live performances from LP Giobbi, Omar Apollo, and Armani White, the broadcast reached tens of thousands of viewers worldwide. With over 7 billion media impressions, the event was a major entertainment and brand storytelling success. BMG provided complete production services, including a 60-minute live stream, onsite broadcast equipment, and technical support using our REMI Mobile Unit and Cloud Control Center?.?

See how we turned Taco Bell’s vision into a live broadcast success – Check out the full case study here!

Hexagon Mining at MINExpo: Elevating Innovation in the Mining Industry

In 2024, BMG was entrusted with delivering comprehensive production technology services for Hexagon’s impressive 7,000-square-foot booth at MINExpo, the world’s largest mining trade show. Over seven days, our team executed everything from engineering design and production technology to lighting and convention logistics, ensuring the booth stood out as a hub of innovation and engagement.

Hexagon's booth became the event's centerpiece with a stunning 15-foot LED wall, diverse camera setup, and dynamic lighting design featuring over 100 moving lights. Our team provided seamless live streaming, capturing every key moment from panel discussions to live shots. The result was a powerful showcase that reflected Hexagon’s commitment to advancing technology in the mining sector.

See how we transformed Hexagon's booth into an innovation hub – Check out the complete case study here!

Al Jazeera US Town Hall Series: 5 Shows, 4 Cities, 4 Weeks

In 2024, Broadcast Management Group took on the monumental task of producing a five-part US Presidential election town hall series for Al Jazeera Network, the leading news outlet in the MENA region, with an audience of over 430 million viewers. Over just four weeks, BMG seamlessly managed the production of five 60-minute live-to-tape shows across four cities—Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, and Dearborn, MI.

The scale of this project was immense, requiring BMG’s team to design and build a custom set, provide comprehensive lighting and video production technology, and coordinate logistics for trucking and equipment across the country. With over 255 crew members involved, the events also featured everything from translation equipment for 200 audience members to live feeds from five Grass Valley LDX86 Worldcam cameras, including a jib, Steadicam, and studio cameras. The final result was a flawless production executed on time and on budget, making this series a remarkable achievement in both technical execution and live broadcast production.

Learn more about how we pulled off this massive production – Check out the complete case study here!

Growth in Managed Services

As 2024 comes to a close, we're excited to highlight several significant managed services projects that have played a crucial role in our growth and success.

7 Years Strong with the Schwab OTT Network

Broadcast Management Group has been a trusted partner to Schwab Network for the past seven years, formerly the TD Ameritrade Network, for 6 years, and we're proud to reflect on our integral role in its journey. Since its inception, BMG, working with the Schwab management team, has provided the creative, production, engineering, and operational management backbone for this first-of-its-kind financial OTT network, delivering live, market-moving content that empowers investors with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions.

BMG designed and built the Schwab Network’s Chicago broadcast center, its studio on the floor of the NYSE, and the Nasdaq Marketsite. The network is fully connected to the BMG Cloud Control Center? for enhanced technical support and disaster recovery. The majority of the staff operates from the Chicago facility, with additional personnel stationed at BMG’s locations in New York City, Washington, DC, and Las Vegas. Over the years, we’ve supported the Schwab Network in setting a new standard in financial media, helping it achieve approximately 2 million views per month across all platforms. Our team has been instrumental in producing a diverse range of programming, from Morning Trade Live, Trading 360, and Fast Market to the recently launched Market Overtime, which features exclusive interviews with industry leaders.

As the network continues to expand its offerings, including an on-demand digital service, BMG remains committed to providing our full suite of managed services that enable the Schwab Network to deliver insightful financial coverage anytime, anywhere.

Virginia Public Media: Building a New Television Station

In 2024, BMG took on the exciting task of designing and building a new television station from the ground up for VPM. This included providing media asset management, dark fiber connectivity solutions, extensive consulting services, system design, procurement, and installation. With construction underway, the BMG system engineering team will pre-build the technical infrastructure at its Washington, DC broadcast center. We'll be on-site in 2025 to complete the technology installation and new studios.

UBS: Delivering a Full-Service Broadcast Solution

In 2017, UBS entrusted BMG to design and build a comprehensive broadcast facility, which included a studio, control room, and data center. In addition to the facility’s construction, BMG provides staffing and operations for the technical facilities. With our expertise and capabilities, we continue to support UBS in delivering top-notch content to their clients globally.

BMG Community Impact in 2024

In 2024, BMG proudly donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation on behalf of our employees and clients. We believe in using our resources to give back to the community and support their mission to grant life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses.?

Thank you to our team and clients for making this donation possible. As we look to the future, we will continue to support impactful organizations like Make-A-Wish, knowing the importance of giving back to the communities that support us.

Looking Ahead to 2025

Heading Into Our 20th Year: Building On Success

As we approach our 20th year at Broadcast Management Group, we reflect on the incredible milestones we’ve reached alongside our valued clients. From our pioneering work in live production to expanding our managed services, we are excited to continue delivering top-tier solutions.

In 2025, we’ll continue to innovate, taking on new projects and strengthening the partnerships that have helped us grow. The next chapter promises exciting opportunities, and we look forward to collaborating with you as we take on the challenges and successes ahead.

A New Chapter in DC: The Network Operations Center

A significant milestone for BMG in 2025 will be completing the first private cloud-based Network Operations Center (NOC), which will be located in the heart of Washington, DC. We’re excited to bring more cloud infrastructure to the global market, ensuring we can handle our expanding managed services clients worldwide, including enterprise video users, broadcast networks, Fast Channels, and OTT networks. ?

Our NOC will provide transmissions, multiple control rooms, studios, media management, and master control services. It will also support BMG's live broadcast divisions across sports, news, entertainment, and corporate events. Additionally, the DC facility will house mobile units, flight packs, and a full range of event production equipment, ensuring we’re fully equipped to meet any production needs.

Todd's Upcoming Appearance at the SVG Silicon Valley Summit

We’re excited to announce that Todd Mason, our CEO, will be a panelist at the SVG Silicon Valley Video Summit on January 28th. Todd will join industry experts on the “Enterprise Video at the Speed of Sports” panel, where they’ll discuss what every corporate video department can learn from the live sports production world. Topics will cover REMI workflows, live-to-cloud production, highlight automation, image search, media cloud, truck innovation, and more. It’s an exciting opportunity for Todd to share how BMG’s live production workflows seamlessly translate into our corporate-managed services, helping companies streamline and elevate their video strategies. Learn more about the forum and Todd’s panel here.

Thank You for an Amazing Year!

As we approach the end of 2024, I want to reflect on a truly incredible year for Broadcast Management Group. BMG grew more than 50% in 2024 over 2023. We’ve faced new challenges, seized exciting opportunities, and reached milestones that further solidified our position as leaders in managed services and live production.

This year wouldn’t have been possible without every team member's dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment. You’ve all gone above and beyond, and I’m deeply grateful for your passion, expertise, and tireless effort. Thank you for everything you do—each plays a key role in our continued success.

I also extend my sincere thanks to our clients and partners. Your trust in BMG has been instrumental in our growth, and we are grateful for the opportunity to support you on some of the most exciting and impactful projects of the year. Working alongside you continues to be an honor.

As we look ahead to 2025, I’m excited about the opportunities. From the upcoming 20th anniversary of BMG to new technological advancements and expanded services, the future is bright. We’ll continue to innovate, adapt, and push boundaries to deliver the best for our clients and team.

I wish each of you a joyful, restful holiday season. May this time be filled with peace, reflection, and quality time with those who matter most. I look forward to what we can accomplish together in the new year.

Happy Holidays, and here’s to a successful 2025!

William Todd Mason , CEO of Broadcast Management Group