Tony Wells

Biographical Information

Mr. Wells’ qualifications to serve on Nexstar’s Board of Directors include his deep knowledge of the national and local advertising landscape, digital marketing, as well as his experience and insights working within large enterprises in key advertising verticals like automotive, financial services and telecommunications.

Professional Experience

• 2024 — Present: Venture Partner, AZ-VC, Arizona’s largest venture capital fund
• 2021 — 2023: Chief Media Officer, Verizon Communications Inc. (NSYE: VZ)
• 2017 — 2021: Chief Brand Officer, USAA and several senior marketing roles
• 2007 — 2017: Chief Marketing Officer, 24 Hour Fitness, ADT Security and Schneider Electric NA

Other Current Public Company Boards

• Yelp Inc. (NYSE: YELP), a community-driven platform that connects people with local businesses
  • Director (since 2020)
  • Member of the Compensation Committee

Other Board Experience

• TripleLift, a private equity-owned programmatic advertising company
  • Director (since 2023)
• Association of National Advertisers
  • Director (2020 — 2023)