Robyn Polashuk Named Among Multichannel News’ “Women to Watch”

LOS ANGELES—Multichannel News has named Covington partner Robyn Polashuk to its 2018 class of “Women to Watch.” Ms. Polashuk is the only outside counsel named to the list. 

“This year’s group of Women to Watch is pushing the boundaries in both personal and professional achievements,” said Mark Robichaux, Editorial Director of Multichannel News. The award recognizes “industry professionals whose ongoing contributions are emblematic of the vital role they currently play, as well as their impact on the industry’s future.”

Managing partner of the firm’s Los Angeles office, Ms. Polashuk works at the intersection of traditional and digital media, representing leading media groups, film and television studios, sports leagues, and emerging networks. Her practice focuses on the licensing and distribution of television networks and programming content across a variety of platforms and business models. She has extensive experience in digital distribution, particularly in the area of "over the top" and "TV Everywhere" models.

Multichannel News, published by NewBay Media, covers television and communications providers, such as cable operators, satellite television firms, and telephone companies, as well as emerging Internet video and communication services.