Joe Battistoni

Joe Battistoni is an accomplished professional in sales and marketing with extensive experience in the media industry. Currently serving as Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Vice President of Local Advertising at Lee Enterprises since November 2019, Joe oversees controllable revenue across 77 markets, managing significant annual revenue exceeding $500 million. Previous roles include General Manager, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and Director of Digital Advertising at The Times of Northwest Indiana, where Joe played a key role in driving digital initiatives. Joe's career began at the Chicago Tribune Media Group, progressing through various positions focused on digital and local sales, and earning accolades such as Rookie of the Year. Joe holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.