Group 1 - Comcast announced the expected board members for its cable networks spinout, Versant, which will include individuals from media, technology, finance, and other industries [1][2] - Versant will serve as the parent company for NBCUniversal's cable networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel, as well as digital platforms like Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes [2] - The spinoff of Versant is anticipated to be completed by the end of this year [2] Group 2 - The proposed board members for Versant include Mark Lazarus, David Novak, Rebecca Campbell, Creighton Condon, Michael Conway, David Eun, Gerald L. Hassell, Scott Mahoney, Maritza Montiel, and Len Potter [3]

Group 1 - Comcast has appointed David Novak as chairman of its upcoming spinoff entity, SpinCo, which will separate from Comcast by the end of the year [1][3] - SpinCo will include major networks such as MSNBC and USA, while Bravo will remain with the parent company [1] - SpinCo is projected to generate $7 billion in annual revenue and will have a reach exceeding 65 million U.S. households [5] Group 2 - David Novak has a strong background in driving growth and value creation, having previously served as CEO of Yum! Brands from 2000 to 2014 [2][3] - Comcast CEO Brian Roberts expressed confidence in Novak's ability to lead SpinCo and work with Mark Lazarus on its long-term strategy [3][4] - Novak's leadership experience includes serving on the boards of various organizations, including JPMorgan Chase and the Lift-a-Life Novak Family Foundation [4]