August 24, 2021 – The Metropolitan Opera today announced that it had reached agreement with the Union representing its orchestra, paving the way for the Opera to reopen in September. Lakewood Advisors Managing Director Edward Grebow served as Financial Advisor to the Orchestra and Music Staff members during its reopening negotiations with Metropolitan Opera management.Read more about Lakewood Advisors Served as Financial Advisor to Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in its Reopening Negotiations[…]

Former CBS VP of  Engineering & Advanced Technology, Bob Seidel is known for his insightful views on broadcast industry trends and technology. His annual presentation Broadcasting Trends in the USA is widely read and quoted by industry leaders. Bob is the former President of SMPTE and currently Chairman of the Engineering & Technology Emmy® CommitteeRead more about Broadcasting Trends in the USA – 2021[…]

A full year has now passed since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of this crisis America’s business climate changed dramatically and in unexpected ways. As vaccinations become more widespread and business begins to recover, it is a good time to reflect on the past year. Lakewood Advisors, LLC had a remarkablyRead more about A Successful Year in a Challenging Environment[…]

Lakewood Advisors Operating Partner, Robert P. Seidel is the former CBS VP Engineering & Advanced Technology, former President of SMPTE and Chairman of the Engineering & Technology Emmy® Committee of the National Academy of Arts and Sciences. Bob originally prepared this presentation for Lakewood Advisors clients. Download: 2020 USA Broadcasting Trends (PDF)

The pandemic will affect the shows, attendees and exhibitors for years to come. Each of us now has a chance to think about where we as an industry go from here. This week’s news that the organizers of IBC 2020 in Amsterdam have canceled the annual conference out of concern over COVID-19 and the welfareRead more about Top 10 Effects Of Coronavirus On TV Trade Shows[…]

Lakewood Advisors is pleased to announce that technology veteran Makoto (Mac) Naito has joined the firm as Operating Partner. Naito-San brings more than 30 years of experience with leading Japanese, American and European firms, including SONY, Akamai, IBM, Schneider Electric, Dell and NCR. Some of his most notable projects include strategy and market development forRead more about Lakewood Advisors Expands Japanese Advisory Capabilities[…]