Gary Brown Joins Napoli Group

Former Newport TV news VP now an agent

By Michael Malone -- Broadcasting & Cable, 3/11/2013 10:00:44 AM

Gary Brown, former vice president of news for Newport Television, has joined Napoli Management Group as a talent agent. Brown oversaw news for 22 Newport stations, while also being responsible for marketing and online. He's also been a station news director in San Diego, Hartford and Providence.

"We have a strong track record of helping our clients advance their careers and navigate the ever-changing media environment," said Mendes Napoli, president and founder of Napoli Management.

"Gary's experience and passion for the news business, coupled with his proven ability to discover and mentor talent, make him uniquely qualified to help us continue our lead in the talent representation arena."

Last year, Newport sold its stations to Sinclair, Nexstar and Cox for a combined $1 billion.

"Napoli Management Group is one of the best firms in the industry with a solid reputation for placing talent, and I am delighted to be joining the team," said Brown. "In my 20 years in the business, I have had the privilege of working with some of the best journalists in the country and I look forward to this new role in helping today's talent achieve their career goals."

Brown will be based in Beverly Hills.