INSP Press Room

Vincent Ritter Appointed Director of Information Technology

Charlotte, NC – The Inspiration Networks announces the addition of seasoned technology professional, Vincent Ritter, as Director of Information Technology. The announcement was made today by Mark Kramer, SVP of Broadcast Media Services for The Inspiration Networks. “Vincent brings a wealth of IT management experience to Inspiration,” noted Kramer.  “He has extensive experience in the [...]

INSP Launches on Comcast Oregon

Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks today announced the expansion of its flagship network, INSP, in Comcast communities throughout Washington and Oregon.  INSP is now offered on channel 235 in Portland, Salem, Corvallis, Eugene and Vancouver. The announcement was made by Mark Kang, SVP of Worldwide Distribution. “This latest expansion makes INSP’s family-friendly programming [...]

INSP Expands Viewership in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks today announced the expansion of its flagship network, INSP, in St. Croix, USVI, beginning Saturday, October 15, 2011.  The announcement was made by Bill Airy, Chief Strategy Officer.  “This latest expansion makes INSP’s family-friendly programming available to more viewers in the Virgin Islands,” noted Airy. “We are delighted [...]

Billy Graham Featured in INSP Exclusive Premiere

Indian Land, SC – INSP will present the world premiere of two Gaither Productions specials featuring Christian legends Billy Graham, George Beverly Shea, and Cliff Barrows.  The specials, recorded at the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, will debut in September. “These may be two of the most unique and memorable programs ever produced by the [...]

Mark Kang Appointed Senior Vice President

Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks strengthens their affiliate sales team by adding industry veteran Mark Kang as Senior Vice President of Worldwide Distribution.  The announcement was made today by Bill Airy, Chief Strategy Officer. An accomplished executive with extensive cable experience, Mark comes to Inspiration after successful turns at Sportsman Channel and Court [...]

INSP Announces Its New Fall Schedule

Building on Strong Audience Response to ‘New Day’ Direction, Network Adds Beloved TV Favorites Indian Land, SC – INSP-The Inspiration Network has announced a fall 2011 schedule that features many of the greatest family favorites in television history.  The announcement was made today by Doug Butts, SVP of Programming. New to the network are such [...]

MediaComm Hires Kris Binder as Director of Air Operations

Charlotte, N.C. – MediaComm, the production/post production subsidiary of The Inspiration Networks, appoints seasoned professional and Emmy® award winner Kris Binder as Director of Air Operations.  The announcement was made today by Mark Kramer, President of MediaComm.  In this position, Binder will lead the Air Operations departments of Traffic, Scheduling, Master Control and the Media [...]

Shawn Nicholson Promoted to Director of Sales Operations

Indian Land, S.C. – Shawn Nicholson has been promoted to Director of Sales Operations for The Inspiration Networks.  The announcement was made today by Marc Favaro, Executive Vice President of Worldwide Sales.  In this new position, Nicholson will manage and oversee operational policies, objectives and initiatives, and sales-related activity for INSP and Halogen TV.     ‘This [...]

The Nielsen Company to Provide Daily Ratings for INSP

The Contract allows INSP to enter the upfront markets as network ratings surge. Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks today announced that a contract has been signed with The Nielsen Company to provide daily ratings for INSP-The Inspiration Network. The announcement was made by Bill Airy, Chief Strategy Officer.  “This is an historic day [...]

Tara Brown Named Media Relations Manager

Indian Land, SC – Tara Brown has joined the Corporate Communications team of The Inspiration Networks in the position of Media Relations Manager.  The announcement was made today by John Roos, Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications and Research. “A creative professional with over twenty years of public relations experience, Tara comes to Inspiration as [...]

Lia Fisher Joins The Inspiration Networks

Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks has named Lia Fisher to the position of Director of Sales. The announcement was made today by Marc Favaro, Executive Vice President, Worldwide Sales. “Lia comes to Inspiration from Food Network and The Cooking Channel,” noted Favaro.  “She has a proven track record in ad sales, generating multi-million [...]

Statement on the Death of David Wilkerson

Indian Land, SC – The following is a statement by David Cerullo, Chairman and CEO of Inspiration Ministries, on the death of David Wilkerson: “America, and the world, has suffered a great loss in the passing of David Wilkerson.  In every society, the Lord raises up men of character as a prophetic voice to their generation.  [...]

INSP Now Carried On All Time Warner Cable Systems in the Carolinas

Indian Land, SC – April 19, 2011 – The Inspiration Networks today announced the expansion of its flagship network, INSP, to all Time Warner Cable systems in the Carolinas. The announcement was made by Bill Airy, Chief Strategy Officer. Beginning in April, INSP will be available to an additional 75,000 Time Warner Cable subscribers in  [...]

The Inspiration Networks Names Kathy Koske Director of Sales

Indian Land, SC – April 14, 2011 – The Inspiration Networks has named Kathy Koske to the position of Director of Sales. The announcement was made today by Marc Favaro, Executive Vice President, Worldwide Sales. Koske is a fifteen-year veteran of the cable television industry and comes to Inspiration from the TV Guide Network.  Previously, [...]

INSP Hosts “The Gaither Easter Marathon”

New, never-before-seen-on-TV footage to air exclusively on INSP Indian Land, SC – March 28, 2011 – INSP and Gaither Productions once again are teaming up to produce another Gaither Homecoming Marathon to be aired Easter weekend on INSP.  This exclusive TV special will feature music and themes for The Passover.  The four-hour marathon will air [...]

INSP Expands on Time Warner Cable in North Carolina

Network launches January 6th across the Triad on Time Warner Cable digital channel 281 Indian Land, SC, January 6, 2011 – The Inspiration Networks today announced the expansion of its flagship network INSP – The Inspiration Network on Time Warner Cable in the Carolinas. Starting January 6th, INSP will serve Time Warner Cable’s digital subscribers [...]

Inspiration Denies Relationship with “World Inspirational Network”

The Inspiration Networks Denies Any Direct Relationship with “World Inspirational Network,” Vows to Protect Itself from Infringement Responds to press statements by new IPTV service; will defend its legal right to the “inspirational” name and brand. Indian Land, SC, December 10, 2010 –The Inspiration Networks announced today that it has no relationship with an organization [...]

INSP Now Available to Time Warner Cable Wisconsin Subscribers

INSP – The Inspiration Network Launched on Time Warner Cable in Wisconsin Network available to “Digital Variety” subscribers on channel 387. Tweetable Headline: @insptv now available on Time Warner Cable in #Wisconsin on channel 387. Enjoy family-friendly TV shows “The Waltons,” “Our House,” and more. Visit www.insp.com for full program schedule. Indian Land, SC – [...]

David Cerullo Hosts TV Special That Probes the Afterlife

SPECIAL PROBES THE MYSTERIOUS WORLD OF THE AFTERLIFE “Where Do People Go When They Die?” takes a journey into the unknown Program airs on INSP, BET and ION Indian Land, SC – “Where do people go when they die?”- a question debated for centuries by theologians and philosophers. Some people even claim to have “crossed [...]

Inspiration Programming To Target Caribbean Audience

INSPIRATION PROGRAMMING TO TARGET CARIBBEAN AUDIENCE   Inspiration’s international feed begins October 18, 2010 on channel 652 on Columbus systems Indian Land, SC – Beginning Monday, October 18, 2010, The Inspiration Networks begins airing a new programming line-up to Caribbean audiences.   Inspiration Network International (INI) is scheduled to replace the current U.S. feed as announced [...]

The Inspiration Networks Announces Agreement with Sullivan Entertainment Inc.

The Inspiration Networks Announces Agreement with Sullivan Entertainment Inc. Multi-year deal brings television series “Wind at My Back” to INSP – The Inspiration Network. Series supports network’s “It’s a New Day!” rebrand. Indian Land, SC – Doug Butts, SVP Programming for The Inspiration Networks, today announced the signing of an exclusive multi-year agreement with Sullivan [...]

The Waltons Reunion Special to Air Exclusively on INSP

“The Waltons” Reunion Special to Air October 18th on INSP Richard Thomas, Ralph Waite, Michael Learned, Mary McDonough, Judy Norton, Eric Scott, Jon Walmsley, David Harper, Kami Cotler, and series creator Earl Hamner will appear on the special, which airs October 18th at 7:00pm EST on INSP. Indian Land, SC – America’s favorite family “The [...]

The Inspiration Networks Signs Agreement with The Nielsen Company To Receive Ratings for INSP-The Inspiration Network

 The Inspiration Networks Signs Agreement with The Nielsen Company To Receive Ratings for INSP-The Inspiration Network Ratings are part of the network’s rebrand and strategy to broaden its reach and viewership with values-based entertainment content for socially-conservative Boomers. Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks today announced that an agreement has been signed with The [...]

INSP to Air “The Waltons” and “Our House”

Multi-year deal with Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution brings the family classics to INSP starting Monday, October 18th. Series supports network’s “It’s a New Day!” rebrand. Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks today announced an agreement with Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution that brings the family television classics “The Waltons” and “Our House” to [...]

The Inspiration Networks Announces Major Rebrand for Flagship Network INSP – The Inspiration Network

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 27, 2010 CONTACT: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com The Inspiration Networks Announces Major Rebrand for Flagship Network INSP – The Inspiration Network Network will target underserved market of socially-conservative boomers with values-based entertainment programming. Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks today announced a major rebrand for its flagship network INSP – [...]

INSP Adds Daywind Records’ “Live at Oak Tree” Series

INSP Adds Daywind Records’ “Live at Oak Tree” Series Unique “reality” series gives viewers access to their favorite Christian music artists as they record, talk about life on the road, and mingle with other artists. Indian Land, SC – INSP today announced that it has added Daywind Records’ “Live at Oak Tree” series to its [...]

INSP Program Wins Award

Indian Land, SC – Doug Butts, SVP, Programming for The Inspiration Networks, today announced that the television series “Ancient Secrets of the Bible,” which airs on INSP,  was honored with a “Bronze Crown Award” in the film/television series category by International Christian Visual Media (ICVM). The series, produced by Grizzly Adams Productions, was recognized  during [...]

The Inspiration Networks Announces Jim Goss as New Senior Vice President,

For Immediate Release: July 26, 2010 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com The Inspiration Networks Announces Jim Goss as New Senior Vice President, Creative Services, On-Air Promotions and Short Form Programming New position will develop the strategic direction for short-form programming and on-air promotions across The Inspiration Networks’ domestic and international television networks and supporting platforms. Indian [...]

INSP Expands on Comcast in Colorado

The network will be available to Digital Preferred subscribers on Channel 221 in most Colorado areas. Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks today announced that its flagship network INSP is now available to Digital Preferred subscribers in Comcast’s Colorado Region on channel 221. The rollouts began in late April and will continue through the [...]

The Inspiration Networks Promotes Brian Williams to VP, Creative Services

For Immediate Release: June 22, 2010 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com The Inspiration Networks Promotes Brian Williams to VP, Creative Services Williams will lead print, web, and broadcast design services. Indian Land, SC – Brian Williams has been promoted to VP, Creative Services for The Inspiration Networks. In this capacity, Williams will lead the division that manages [...]

The Inspiration Networks Names John Russo Director of Sales for Halogen

For Immediate Release: June 14, 2010 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com Indian Land, SC – Marc Favaro, EVP of Worldwide Sales for The Inspiration Networks, today announced that John Russo has joined the organization as Director of Sales for its new television network, Halogen. In this capacity, Russo will be responsible for all national advertising [...]

The Inspiration Networks Names Rick Wardell VP, National Advertising Sales

For Immediate Release: June 7, 2010 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com Wardell brings more than 15 years of experience in traditional, interactive, and Internet advertising to his new role. Indian Land, SC – Marc Favaro, EVP of Worldwide Sales for The Inspiration Networks, today announced that Rick Wardell has joined The Inspiration Networks as VP, [...]

The Inspiration Networks and Convoy of Hope Respond to Nashville Floods

For Immediate Release: May 10, 2010 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com Much needed food, water, and supplies being delivered to flood victims. Indian Land, SC – Responding to the devastating floods in Nashville, TN, The Inspiration Networks and humanitarian partner Convoy of Hope today announced that tractor-trailers filled with food, drinking water, and other supplies [...]

INSP Announces New Movie Series “Reel Inspiration”

INSP Announces New Movie Series “Reel Inspiration” For Immediate Release: NCTA “Reel Inspiration” features the best in family-friendly movies starring some of the biggest names in music and television. Indian Land, SC – A new original movie series, “Reel Inspiration,” debuted this month on INSP. The announcement was made by Doug Butts, SVP of Programming [...]

The Inspiration Networks Announces Agreement with Grizzly Adams Productions

For Immediate Release: NCTA Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com Multi-year deal brings faith-based and family-friendly TV specials and series to INSP – The Inspiration Network. Indian Land, SC -The Inspiration Networks today announced the signing of a multi-year agreement with Grizzly Adams Productions that will bring faith-based and family-friendly television specials and series to INSP [...]

Inspiration Programming Awarded FIRST PLACE by Christian Broadcasting Council

For Immediate Release March 2, 2010 Contact Melissa Prince +1 704 724 0745 mprince@insp.com Inspiration programming wins four awards during “An Audience of One” Indian Land, SC, USA – Inspiration Network International (INI – Sky channel 567, Freesat channel 690 and Multichoice channel 350) received four programming awards from the Christian Broadcasting Council (CBC) as [...]

The Inspiration Networks Announces Retirement of Ron Shuping

For Immediate Release February 23, 2010 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com Shuping, Executive Vice President of Programming, will retire on February 28th, 2010. Indian Land, SC - The Inspiration Networks today announced that Ron Shuping, Executive Vice President of Programming, will retire on February 28th, 2010. The announcement was made by Bill Airy, COO of The Inspiration [...]

INSPIRATION TO CARRY LIVE BROADCAST OF ORAL ROBERTS FUNERAL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 18, 2009 CONTACT: Melissa Prince 704.724.0745 mprince@insp.com The broadcast will reach more than 130 million homes worldwide on INSP and INI. Inspiration will carry a live broadcast of the funeral service for Oral Roberts on its domestic and international networks. The service will be broadcast from the Mabee Center on the [...]

Inspiration Networks Launches New Multiplatform Network “Halogen”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 26, 2009 CONTACT: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com Targeting the under-served 18-34 Demographic group, the Network Debuted October 24, 2009 Indian Land, SC – Bill Airy, Chief Operating Officer of The Inspiration Networks, today announced the launch of “Halogen,” a new 24/7 multiplatform socially conscious television network devoted to empowering its viewers [...]

INSP ANNOUNCES NEW REALITY TV PROGRAM

Basement 360,” follows leaders of “The Basement,” a popular Birmingham, AL-based ministry event. Indian Land, SC – INSP today announced that it will launch a new reality TV program from Steelroots, one of the leading providers of positive content for young people. The program, called “The Basement 360,” centers on “The Basement,” a popular ministry [...]

INSP Announces Second Season for Hit Reality TV Series

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 15, 2009 CONTACT: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com Second season of network’s breakout hit “The Uprising” debuts October 17th. Indian Land, SC – INSP – The Inspiration Network today announced that it will launch the second season of its hit reality TV series “The Uprising” on Saturday, October 17th at 11:30pm EST. [...]

THE INSPIRATION NETWORKS PROMOTES JENNA CZAPLINSKI TO MARKETING DIRECTOR

For Immediate Release: May 4, 2009 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks today announced Jenna Czaplinski has been promoted to the position of Marketing Director. The announcement was made by Bill Airy, Chief Operating Officer. In this position, Czaplinski will be responsible for managing the marketing staff that serves [...]

THE INSPIRATION NETWORKS PROMOTES MARC FAVARO TO EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, WORLDWIDE SALES

For Immediate Release: April 21, 2009 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Networks today announced that it has promoted Marc Favaro to Executive Vice President, Worldwide Sales. The announcement was made by Bill Airy, Chief Operating Officer. In this position, Favaro will be responsible for all long- and-short-form advertising sales [...]

THE INSPIRATION NETWORK ANNOUNCES FIRST LINEAR MEASUREMENT AGREEMENT WITH RENTRAK TO PROVIDE CENSUS LEVEL PROGRAMMING AND ADVERTISING MEASUREMENT

Rentrak’s TV Essentials Service Addresses the Specific Needs of Networks, TV Stations and Advertisers Indian Land, SC – The Inspiration Network (INSP), a 24 hour-a-day network available to more than 56 million U.S. households via cable, satellite and telco television, today announced it has entered into a linear measurement deal with Rentrak Corporation (NASDAQ: RENT). [...]

Inspiration Network International Launches in Italy on Sky Italia

For Immediate Release: March 26, 2009 Contact: Melissa Prince 803.578.1359 mprince@insp.com An additional 4.7 million HH now receive INI Indian Land, SC – An agreement has been reached between Sky Italia and The Inspiration Networks for the launch of Inspiration Network International (INI) on satellite Hotbird 6; channel 960. The announcement was made today by [...]

Inspiration Programming Awarded FIRST PLACE by Christian Broadcasting Council (1)

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release December 5, 2008 Contact: Melissa Prince mprince@insp.com UK 0203 239 9008 US 803 578 1359 Inspiration wins one Gold and three Bronze awards Indian Land, SC, USA - Inspiration (Sky channel 567, Freesat channel 690 and Multichoice channel 3??) received four programming awards from the Christian Broadcasting Council as announced today [...]

Sky Angel Adds INSP and i-Lifetv Channels to IPTV Lineup

For Immediate Release: November 20, 2008 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com (Indian Land, SC – November 20, 2008) – Sky Angel, a national provider of faith-based and family-friendly television and radio programming, is excited to announce two additional channels now available through their IPTV platform: INSP – The Inspiration Network (Channel 131) and i-Lifetv – [...]

Inspiration Network International Launches on the World’s Largest IPTV Platform

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release October 23, 2008 Contact: Melissa Prince mprince@insp.com UK 0203 239 9008 US 803 578 1359 Iliad’s French service, “FREE TV,” is available to 3.1 million homes in France. Indian Land, SC, USA -Inspiration Network International (INI), the fastest-growing inspirational network for the international audience, is now available on the French [...]

INSP TO DEBUT ORIGINAL REALITY TV SERIES

For Immediate Release: October 2, 2008 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com The series, titled “Thunder Road,” premiers on Friday, October 18th at 11:00p.m. EST. INDIAN LAND, S.C. – INSP – The Inspiration Network, the fastest-growing inspirational network in the U.S., today announced that it is bowing a new reality TV series called “Thunder Road.” The [...]

Sky Angel Announces Agreement To Add INSP and i-Lifetv Channels to Lineup

For Immediate Release: September 26, 2008 Contact: Kristina Hill 704.806.1511 khill@insp.com (NAPLES, Fla. – September 26, 2008) – Sky Angel, a national provider of faith-based and family-friendly television and radio programming, is pleased to announce the upcoming addition of two channels: INSP – The Inspiration Network and i-Lifetv – Inspirational Life Television. INSP targets the [...]

DISH Network to Add The Inspiration Network On August 27, 2008

DISH Network to Add INSP On August 27, 2008 The launch increases INSP’s distribution to more than 54 million households. Indian Land, S.C. -David Cerullo, Chairman & CEO of The Inspiration Networks, today announced that INSP will be carried on DISH Network, the nation’s third largest pay-TV provider. INSP will be available to DISH Network’s [...]

DIRECTV To Launch INSP On August 27

DIRECTV To Launch INSP On August 27 The launch increases INSP’s distribution to more than 54 million households. Indian Land, SC – David Cerullo, Chairman & CEO of The Inspiration Networks, today announced that an agreement has been signed for the distribution of INSP on DIRECTV. The network will be available to all of DIRECTV’s [...]

Inspiration Network International Launches on the UK’s Newest Platform, FREESAT

For Immediate Release July 23, 2008 Contact: Melissa Prince mprince@insp.com UK 0203 239 9008 US 803 578 1359 Freesat’s subscription-free, HD service is available to 98%of homes in the UK. Charlotte, NC, USA – An agreement has been reached for the launch of Inspiration Network International (INI) on Freesat, the joint venture between the BBC [...]