ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Dec. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Poynter Institute, the global leader in journalism, announced today the addition of six members to serve on its National Advisory Board (NAB). The new board members bring a breadth of expertise as media executives, broadcasting leaders, digital experts and award-winning journalists. "Each of our new board members brings unique insight and knowledge to the Institute," said Poynter President Tim Franklin. "They will be invaluable partners for Poynter as we work to elevate journalism and the people it serves." "These additions to our National Advisory Board enhance Poynter's mission to advance journalism in an age of profound change," Franklin said. "Poynter will benefit greatly from having their voices and experience on the advisory board."