The Broadcasters Foundation of America, the only charity that provides aid to broadcasters in critical need, has revealed the recipients of the 2025 Leadership Awards, the Lowry Mays Excellence in Broadcasting Award, and the Chairman’s Award.
The honors will be presented at the BFOA Annual Breakfast, scheduled for Wednesday, April 9 at 7am Pacific in the Encore Resort — an annual event that serves as the unofficial close of the NAB Show in Las Vegas.
Leadership Awards are given annually in recognition of career contributions to the broadcast industry and the community at large.
The 2025 Leadership Award honorees are:
- Chris Forgy, President & CEO, Saga Communications
- David Kantor, former CEO of Urban One’s Radio Division
- Curtis LeGeyt, President & CEO, NAB
- Susan Larkin, COO, Audacy
- Dennis Lyle, President & CEO, Illinois Broadcasters Association
- Valari Staab, Chairman, NBC Universal Local
The Lowry Mays Excellence in Broadcasting Award is bestowed annually on an individual in broadcasting whose work exemplifies innovation, community service, advocacy, and entrepreneurship.
2025 Lowry Mays Excellence in Broadcasting Award honoree:
Scott Herman, former COO, CBS Radio, and Chair, Broadcasters Foundation of America
The Chairman’s Award is bestowed on an individual in recognition of their contribution to the broadcast industry.
2025 Chairman’s Award honoree:
Richard Bodorff, Senior Counsel, Wiley Law
The Broadcasters Foundation annual Breakfast is complimentary to everyone in broadcasting. Registration is required – click here, visit www.broadcastersfoundation.org/events, call 212-373-8250, or email [email protected].
For information about the Broadcasters Foundation, including how to make a donation or apply for aid, please visit www.broadcastersfoundation.org, or contact the BFOA at 212-373-8250, or [email protected].
