Lee Abrams
Lee Abrams has relaunched his consulting business under the name MediaVisions. Over the past 40+ years, Abrams has built his career in the media and communications industry, working with literally hundreds of radio stations, major networks and leading corporate clients. Abrams is reputed to be one of the most influential thinkers in contemporary media.
The focus of the firm will be a new radio format; complete reimagination of video content, news and information; creative driven 40+ music innovation for entertainment and media leaders; innovative podcasting; and working with companies looking for creative direction and new ways to prosper.
MediaVisions is looking to generate revenue for what’s on the horizon for media and entertainment entities. Abrams stated, “Not data driven, very creative driven. I don’t do research, I interpret it. News and information is what is steering our 21st century world, the equivalent of what rock ‘n roll was 40 years ago.” Abrams noted that “MediaVisions will merge this passion for information, knowledge and insight with the revolution in technology. We are positioned to help companies navigate and prosper in traditional media, today’s digital landscape and evolving disruptive technologies.”
Lee Abrams most recent position was Chief Innovation Officer for The Tribune Company, where he was responsible for helping re-invent the company’s scores of TV stations, cable channels and newspapers, as well as to help create a new, innovation-focused culture. Prior to that, Lee was XM‘s Chief Programming Officer. He joined XM as their first employee in June 1998 to create satellite radio, designing the programming and overseeing and training a staff with the mandate to reinvent the sound of radio. Lee also operated his consultancy business for several years working with radio stations in 400 markets, including 97 of the top 100. Newsweek has listed Lee as one of America’s “100 Cultural Elite” for his contributions to creating the modern radio business, and Radio Ink has listed Lee as one of the 75 most important radio figures of all time.
