Urban One, Inc. UONEK

Company Overview

Urban One, Inc. (NASDAQ: UONE and UONEK) is a media and entertainment company focused primarily on African American and urban audiences in the United States. The company operates across radio broadcasting, cable television, digital media, and audio streaming, with revenue generated through advertising sales, network affiliate fees, digital marketing services, and event-related activities. Urban One’s operations are centered on culturally targeted media programming and audience engagement, positioning the company as one of the largest African American-focused media businesses in the U.S. Public disclosures in SEC filings and investor materials identify its core operating areas as radio, television, and digital media.

The company was founded in 1980 by Cathy Hughes as Radio One, initially operating a single radio station in Washington, D.C. It expanded through acquisitions and market consolidation during the 1990s and early 2000s, becoming publicly traded in 1999. Over time, Urban One diversified beyond radio into cable television and digital platforms, including the launch and expansion of TV One, CLEO TV, and digital brands operated through iOne Digital. The company rebranded from Radio One to Urban One in 2017 to reflect its broader multimedia portfolio and cross-platform strategy.