::::::That's BS.  When the media says “Joe Bob, spokesperson for John Doe Industries, …” they are usually, if not always, writing it that way to emphasize that Joe Bob is speaking on behalf of John Doe Industries.  I'm sure there are lesser news organizations that will insert unwarranted associations, but that's why we have standards for reliable sources.  You're creating a strawman which you know can't be satisfied, because you have a strong objection to including the material. —