Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. Promotes Richard D. Lara to Chief Operating Officer to Advance Strategic Execution and Operational Efficiency; Will Continue as General Counsel

MIAMI, April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Spanish Broadcasting System (the “Company“), today announced the previously reported promotion of Richard D. Lara to Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Lara will also continue to serve as General Counsel.

This leadership appointment reflects the Company’s continued focus on operational efficiency, disciplined execution, and strengthening its long-term strategic and financial position.  The Company previously announced its entry into an agreement with the majority of its senior secured debt holders to implement a comprehensive balance sheet restructuring, which is intended to strengthen the Company’s financial flexibility.

As Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Lara will oversee day-to-day operations and drive enterprise-wide coordination across the Company’s radio, digital, and experiential platforms, with a focus on enhancing performance, optimizing costs, and supporting ongoing strategic initiatives.

“Richard has been a steady and trusted leader during an important period for the Company,” said Raul A. Alarcon, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company.  Mr. Lara said, “I am honored to take on this expanded role.  We are focused on alignment across the organization and strengthening our platforms to position the Company for long-term success.”

Since joining the Company in 2016, Mr. Lara has led the Company’s legal, regulatory, and governance functions and has played a key role in advancing strategic initiatives.

About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS) owns and operates radio stations located in the top U.S. Hispanic markets of Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Houston, Chicago, San Francisco, Orlando, Tampa, and Puerto Rico, airing the Tropical, Regional Mexican, Spanish Adult Contemporary, Top 40 and Urbano format genres. SBS also operates AIRE Radio Networks, a national radio platform of over 250 affiliated stations reaching 94% of the U.S. Hispanic audience. SBS also owns MegaTV, a network television operation with over-the-air, cable, and satellite distribution throughout the U.S., produces a nationwide roster of live concerts and events, and owns a stable of digital properties, including LaMusica, a mobile app providing Latino-focused audio and video streaming content, and HitzMaker, a new-talent destination for aspiring artists. We also provide digital marketing solutions through our pure-play digital marketing department, Digidea and access to the digital realm where brands can explore a diverse range of engaging content, unlock valuable insights, and connect with our podcast community. For more information, visit us online at www.spanishbroadcasting.com. 

Forward-Looking Statements

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