Ian Greenberg
Broadcaster and Astral Media founder
Born
June 15th, 1942
83 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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Born in 1942, a Canadian broadcaster established Astral Media, a major media company. Astral Media became known for its television and radio assets, including notable brands in the Canadian media landscape. The company expanded its influence through various strategic acquisitions and partnerships, significantly shaping the broadcasting sector in Canada. Under leadership, Astral Media experienced substantial growth and innovation in digital content distribution.
Founded Astral Media
Expanded the Canadian media landscape
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