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SintecMedia acquires Broadway Systems, eyes expansion in ad sector
NEW DELHI: Broadway Systems, a provider of broadcast management solutions, has been acquired by SintecMedia.
Broadway Systems manages several billion dollars in advertising revenues across news, sports, music, and entertainment networks for customers in the media industry, including three of the Top 15 rated cable television networks in the United States.
“We are excited about the addition of Broadway Systems to the SintecMedia family and look forward to bringing our two companies together. With its technology leadership and extensive industry experience, Broadway fits seamlessly into the SintecMedia portfolio,” said SintecMedia CEO Amotz Yarden.
“The media industry is changing and it requires an experienced partner and strong technology to navigate the complexity of new channels, new advertising methods and new business models. Our strategy is to use the best people and systems to deliver that to the market,” Yarden added.
“We recently launched OnBoard, a TV sell side platform (SSP) that gives networks the tools they need to control their Linear and Digital advertising inventory. Integrating OnBoard with Broadway Systems’ innovative solutions will provide Broadway customers a path to enhance their business, particularly in the growing category of digital, programmatic solutions,” he said.
“The acquisition of Broadway Systems will contribute to the further expansion of SintecMedia in the US. We will continue to invest in and support the Broadway Systems products, as well as leverage our expanded portfolio to offer Broadway’s customers exciting new solutions. We will integrate Broadway into the wider SintecMedia product suite, providing all our customers with enhanced technology offerings and superior customer service. We are looking forward to having Broadway join the SintecMedia team,” said SintecMedia Americas president Amir Lavi.
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Tawana Burnett to lead social and influencer jury at Abby Awards 2026
Meta’s Apac leader takes the reins for Abby Awards, adding flair to social content
MUMBAI: Tawana Burnett, Meta’s Head of Top Accounts and Agencies for Apac, has been named jury chair for the new social content and influencer ,arketing category at the Abby Awards 2026, powered by The One Club | The One Show.
With a 25-year career spanning the US, EMEA, Latam, and Apac, Tawana has worked on campaigns for some of the world’s biggest brands and leading advertising agencies. At Meta, she guides CMOs, business leaders, and agencies on harnessing digital and emerging advertising solutions to accelerate brand growth.
Before joining Meta, Tawana led award-winning product teams at Intuit, LeapFrog, Johnson & Johnson, and Pfizer, helping launch iconic products including QuickBooks, Listerine, Advil, and ChapStick.
A champion of diversity, she was featured in Adweek’s Women Trailblazers in 2019 for mentoring more than 15 women-led startups and for her work on the #biascorrect campaign that promotes women in leadership. She was also recognised in Ad Age’s Global Leading Women Class of 2023, The List in 2024, and served as juror for Spikes Asia and Mad Stars 2024.
Tawana has held leadership roles in the Singapore Inclusion Council at Meta, the IAB SouthEast Asia & India Board, and currently serves on the boards of IAA SEA and the Ronald McDonald House in New York City. Originally from New York, she now lives in Singapore with her husband and daughter.
The Abby Awards 2026, presented by The One Club | The One Show, will be held during Goafest 2026 from 20 to 22 May in Goa, celebrating creativity across the region.
