Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. announced the launch of its new business development unit, Free State Strategic Services. Free State's mission is to provide the federal government, along with state and local agencies, a full suite of targeted digital marketing and advertising solutions to help government agencies communicate with the American public effectively and efficiently. Free State Strategic Services' goal is to provide targeted solutions that generate impact, raise awareness, and produce meaningful results.

Free State will operate across a variety of industries, prioritizing opportunities within the defense, healthcare, and education sectors. The new unit will be led by Brandon Nickerson, Director for Federal Business Development. Mr. Nickerson has over a decade of experience in Washington, DC, and has served in a variety of business development, and government affairs roles, including on Capitol Hill, at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and as a consultant within the national security space.