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NBCU Domestic TV Distribution names Stemmermann as digital VP
MUMBAI: Scott Stemmermann has been named as vice president, digital marketing for NBC Universal Domestic Television Distribution.
In his new role, Stemmermann will oversee all multi-platform digital and social products associated with NBCU Domestic TV Distribution’s first-run television properties. In addition to managing Access Hollywood, Access Hollywood Live, Steve Harvey, The Meredith Vieira Show, and all shows produced from the Stamford Media Center, Stemmermann will lead digital and social strategy for prospective shows produced by the division.
NBC Universal Domestic Television Distribution senior vice president marketing and brand strategy Bear Fisher said, “Scott has proven to be an invaluable member of our team. He has created and executed innovative ways to extend our social outreach and encourage fan engagement. We are excited to see the impact he will have on our other properties.”
“I am proud of what I have been able to accomplish thus far for Bear and the division. With my expanded role, I look forward to seeing the growth of all our original, first-run digital and social content,” added Stemmermann.
Stemmermann joined NBCUniversal Domestic Television Distribution in 2013 as director, digital strategy. He began working at NBCUniversal prior to joining the division. With background in wireless, digital media and entertainment, Stemmermann joined the company supporting Mobile Content Venture. For this joint venture, he led third party application developers on overall product features for Dyle TV, a mobile TV application and service.
Prior to NBCUniversal, he spent several years at Viacom Media Group’s Digital Distribution department and also at Sprint Nextel in product marketing where he managed their mobile entertainment partners.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
