Stephen Buell

How did you join the industry and what was your first position? 

I joined Nexstar as a Digital Advertising Operations Coordinator, after the pandemic, from the advice of my brother who was also working there at that time.

What can you tell us about your current role? 

My current role as a Sales Director, for Simpli.fi, is a very different role than I have ever done before. It is a very exciting role where you have to constantly stay up to date with the industry or you will fall behind quickly. 

What advice would you give someone new to our industry?

My advice would be to learn as much as possible about the industry and gain as many licenses & certifications, dealing with the industry, as you possibly can.  

What has changed since you started working in media?

What has changed? Well, my brother got married to an amazing woman and purchased his first house. Me personally, I have learned way more about the industry in these past, almost 3 years, that I had no idea about before. I have also learned how to work from home rather than in an office which was a major change.

What inspired you to become involved in Alliance for Women in Media? 

The quick answer, my brother. He introduced me to AWM and told me what it was about. After hearing about AWM I knew I had to be a part of it even if it was just a super small role.

What is the one truth that has held constant throughout your career?   

I was always told that to be the best at what you do, you must love what you do. I believe that has held constant throughout my working life.

If you could go anywhere, or do anything for your life’s work, what would that be?

I would love to continue doing what I do now but if something had to change, I would love to be able to do it internationally. Being able to do this while travelling would be amazing.