Newsmax Adds David Gandler to Board of Directors
Newsmax (NYSE:NMAX) has appointed David Gandler, Co-Founder and CEO of FuboTV, to its Board of Directors. Gandler joins five existing board members including CEO Christopher Ruddy, bringing extensive experience in streaming and media industries to Newsmax.
Gandler's background includes founding FuboTV, which went public in 2020, and over 15 years in video sales across broadcast and cable TV. He currently owns Leyton Orient F.C. and serves on the BKFC board. The appointment aims to strengthen Newsmax's streaming capabilities, particularly for its Newsmax+ service.
Newsmax reaches over 40 million Americans through various platforms, including its TV channel, website, and social media, positioning itself as the fourth highest-rated news network in the U.S.
Newsmax (NYSE:NMAX) ha nominato David Gandler, cofondatore e CEO di FuboTV, nel proprio Consiglio di Amministrazione. Gandler entra a far parte di un board composto da altri cinque membri, incluso il CEO Christopher Ruddy, portando una solida esperienza nel settore dello streaming e dei media.
Gandler ha fondato FuboTV, portata in Borsa nel 2020, e vanta oltre 15 anni di esperienza nelle vendite video per TV broadcast e via cavo. È anche proprietario del Leyton Orient F.C. e membro del consiglio della BKFC. La sua nomina punta a rafforzare le capacità di streaming di Newsmax, con particolare attenzione al servizio Newsmax+.
Newsmax raggiunge oltre 40 milioni di americani tramite canale televisivo, sito web e social media, posizionandosi come la quarta rete di notizie più seguita negli Stati Uniti.
Newsmax (NYSE:NMAX) ha nombrado a David Gandler, cofundador y CEO de FuboTV, como miembro de su Junta Directiva. Gandler se incorpora a cinco miembros ya existentes, incluido el CEO Christopher Ruddy, aportando amplia experiencia en streaming y medios.
Gandler fundó FuboTV, que salió a bolsa en 2020, y cuenta con más de 15 años en ventas de video en televisión abierta y por cable. Actualmente es propietario del Leyton Orient F.C. y forma parte del consejo de la BKFC. La designación busca fortalecer las capacidades de streaming de Newsmax, especialmente para su servicio Newsmax+.
Newsmax llega a más de 40 millones de estadounidenses a través de su canal de TV, sitio web y redes sociales, posicionándose como la cuarta cadena de noticias con mejor audiencia en EE. UU.
Newsmax (NYSE:NMAX)는 FuboTV의 공동창업자이자 CEO인 David Gandler를 이사회 이사로 임명했습니다. Gandler는 CEO Christopher Ruddy를 포함한 기존 이사 5명과 함께 합류하며 스트리밍 및 미디어 분야의 풍부한 경험을 제공합니다.
Gandler는 2020년에 상장한 FuboTV를 설립했으며, 지상파 및 케이블 TV에서 15년 이상 비디오 영업 경력을 쌓았습니다. 현재 Leyton Orient F.C.의 소유주이자 BKFC 이사회 멤버이기도 합니다. 이번 임명은 Newsmax의 스트리밍 역량, 특히 Newsmax+ 서비스 강화를 목적으로 합니다.
Newsmax는 TV 채널, 웹사이트, 소셜 미디어 등 다양한 플랫폼을 통해 4천만 명 이상의 미국인에게 도달하며 미국에서 네 번째로 시청률이 높은 뉴스 네트워크로 자리잡고 있습니다.
Newsmax (NYSE:NMAX) a nommé David Gandler, cofondateur et PDG de FuboTV, au sein de son conseil d'administration. Gandler rejoint cinq administrateurs existants, dont le PDG Christopher Ruddy, apportant une vaste expérience dans le streaming et les médias.
Gandler a fondé FuboTV, entré en Bourse en 2020, et possède plus de 15 ans d'expérience dans la vente vidéo pour la télévision hertzienne et le câble. Il est actuellement propriétaire du Leyton Orient F.C. et siège au conseil de la BKFC. Cette nomination vise à renforcer les capacités de streaming de Newsmax, en particulier pour son service Newsmax+.
Newsmax atteint plus de 40 millions d'Américains via son chaîne TV, son site web et les réseaux sociaux, se positionnant comme la quatrième chaîne d'information la mieux classée aux États-Unis.
Newsmax (NYSE:NMAX) hat David Gandler, Mitgründer und CEO von FuboTV, in seinen Vorstand berufen. Gandler ergänzt das fünfköpfige bestehende Board, zu dem auch CEO Christopher Ruddy gehört, und bringt umfangreiche Erfahrung im Streaming- und Medienbereich mit.
Gandler gründete FuboTV, das 2020 an die Börse ging, und verfügt über mehr als 15 Jahre Erfahrung im Videoverkauf für Rundfunk und Kabel. Er ist derzeit Eigentümer des Leyton Orient F.C. und sitzt im Vorstand der BKFC. Die Berufung soll Newsmax' Streaming-Fähigkeiten stärken, insbesondere für den Dienst Newsmax+.
Newsmax erreicht über verschiedene Plattformen—TV-Kanal, Website und soziale Medien—mehr als 40 Millionen Amerikaner und zählt damit zu den vier meistgesehenen Nachrichtensendern in den USA.
- Addition of experienced streaming media executive to board of directors
- Strategic focus on expanding streaming capabilities through Newsmax+
- Broad market reach of 40 million Americans across multiple platforms
- Position as fourth highest-rated news network in the U.S.
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BOCA RATON, FL / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / Newsmax Inc. (NYSE:NMAX) ("Newsmax" or the "Company") today announced the appointment of David Gandler, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FuboTV Inc. (FUBO) ("Fubo"), as a Director to the Company's Board of Directors, effective immediately.
"We are excited to add David Gandler to the Newsmax Board of Directors," commented Christopher Ruddy, CEO of Newsmax. " David's achievements as an entrepreneur in the streaming and media industries will bring fresh perspective as we continue to expand our global reach, including through our streaming service Newsmax+. His success in building Fubo from startup to a leading operator in the space demonstrates the visionary leadership that will help Newsmax reach new audiences in today's rapidly evolving media landscape."
Mr. Gandler joins the five existing members of the Newsmax Board of Directors including Chief Executive Officer Christopher Ruddy, U.S. Secretary of Labor Alex Acosta, Ambassador Nancy Brinker, Christopher Nixon Cox and Ambassador Paula J. Dobriansky.
"I have long admired and respected Christopher Ruddy and his principled approach to journalism," said Mr. Gandler. "Today's 24/7 news cycle demands media companies deliver trusted information rapidly and through multiple distribution channels. I look forward to working with Chris and his Board of Directors to unlock new opportunities for Newsmax that will deepen audience engagement and accelerate growth."
David Gandler
David Gandler is Co-Founder and CEO of Fubo, whose global mission is to aggregate the best in TV, including premium sports, news and entertainment content, through a single app.
Fubo listed on the New York Stock Exchange in October 2020, just five years after its founding. Fubo has ranked among The Americas' Fastest-Growing Companies by the Financial Times (2025) and Forbes' Next Billion Dollar Startups (2019).
Prior to founding Fubo in 2015, David had a prolific advertising career with more than 15 years of video sales in local broadcast and cable TV within both the general and Hispanic market, including at Scripps Networks Interactive, Time Warner Cable Media Sales and NBCUniversal's Telemundo Media.
Beyond Fubo, David is a prominent figure in global sports and media. Through Gandler Sports Group (GSG), David is the majority owner and board member of soccer team Leyton Orient F.C. (EFL League One) and is a former co-owner of Paris FC. He also serves on the board of directors of Bare-Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) and is a member of the esteemed Paley Media Council.
David has been named among Sports Business Journal's Power Players: Sports Streaming (2025), Goldman Sachs' 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs (2019) and Variety's Dealmakers (2020, 2019).
About Newsmax
Newsmax Inc. is listed on the NYSE (NMAX) and operates, through Newsmax Broadcasting LLC, one of the nation's leading news outlets, the Newsmax channel. The fourth highest-rated network is carried on all major pay TV providers. Newsmax's media properties reach more than 40 million Americans regularly through Newsmax TV, the Newsmax App, its popular website Newsmax.com, and publications such as Newsmax Magazine. Through its social media accounts, Newsmax reaches 20 million combined followers. Reuters Institute says Newsmax is one of the top U.S. news brands and Forbes has called Newsmax "a news powerhouse."
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