Michael Biard

Michael Biard was appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Nexstar Media Group, Inc., in August 2023. He is responsible for overseeing the company’s divisional operations and revenue, including broadcasting, networks, distribution, advertising sales, and various corporate and administrative functions.

Mr. Biard joined Nexstar after a 23-year career at FOX Corporation (FOX), where he served most recently as President, Operations and Distribution, overseeing FOX’s studio operations and corporate real estate; serving as a member of the senior team responsible for sports rights strategy and acquisitions; and leading multi-platform program and network distribution, including strategy, affiliate marketing and affiliate-related business affairs and operations for all of FOX’s media brands from November 2018 to August 2023. During his FOX tenure, Mr. Biard served on the boards of the Big Ten Network (BTN), the USFL, and several regional sports networks.

From November 2013 to October 2018, Mr. Biard served as President, Distribution for Fox Networks Group, a division of 21st Century Fox, where he was responsible for every aspect of distribution for the company’s television brands: Fox Broadcasting Company, FX, FOX News, FOX Sports, and National Geographic.

Mr. Biard joined the National Association of Broadcasters’ Television Board of Directors in July 2024.