b'INTRODUCTIONSteven BiebelLocal Sales Manager, TEGNA, San Diego, CA Nominated by Scott Dillon, Director of Sales at TEGNA, who describes Steven as a management marvel, able to build strong Talent Banks as strong as steel, bring the right people on board, and coach his team. Scott shared, Stevens dedication to our people resources is clearly apparent in all that he says and does. He demonstrates an enormous amount of attention and care in the coaching of his direct reports and his overall demeanor in group settings is consistently positive and always appreciated! Steven continues to make meaningful contribu-tions to the stations overall culture and success that follows with it. Scott explained one way Steven has saved the day, Steven is universally respected throughout our sales organization and for good reason. In his position as Local Sales Manager, Steven fully embraces his duties and responsibilities. His ability to drive the business through effective com-munication and collaboration is regularly on display. Steven is a leader amongst leaders internally and ultimately an incredibly vital part of our people leadership team! Val MakiSR VP/Market Manager, Bonneville International, San Francisco, CA Nominated by Barry Rose, General Sales Manager at Bonneville, who has seen Vals superpowers for protecting people and fighting against injustice. He described one of her most daring feats, identifying and coaching top talent, explaining, Val is an expert at recognizing talent and getting the most out of her employees. She is an amazing communi-cator and understands the importance of being a real person (humane) in todays very impersonal business. Admiring her ability to inspire hope and positivity in the people she protects, Barry expanded on how Val lifts up the people around her, Our cluster has had a lot of turnover this year in a down market yet Val has succeeded in keeping morale high and productivity at a maximum level. It is her ability to communicate that sets her apart from other market managers. Your 2022 Talent Superheroes 17'