Nexstar's No. 2 to Step Down

Tim Busch with Perry Sook

Nexstar’s President of Broadcasting Tim Busch, the No. 2 guy behind CEO Perry Sook says that he is leaving the company.

Busch has been with Nexstar since 2000 and has spent 36 years in the business, says that he is leaving the company on June 1st.

Nexstar has grown to the biggest media group in the country.

“Throughout my years at Nexstar, I have been fortunate to work directly with Perry Sook and Nexstar’s talented team which has re-shaped the industry, delivered great service to the viewers and users of our content and delivered compelling marketing solutions for companies of all sizes. I have had the honor of working with the executive leadership team that consistently drives strong growth and operating results reflecting the talents of our General Managers and team members across the Nexstar Nation,” Busch said.

Perry Sook says that he will start looking for his next lieutenant immediately.