RAB Board of Directors Expansion Complete
Following the Radio Advertising Bureau’s Spring 2023 Board of Directors meeting, the RAB expanded its Board of Directors. It did so with the appointments of several new members "to ensure its continued success and outreach across the radio community."
Medallas de Cortez Finalists Announced
The finalists for the prestigious 2023 Medallas de Cortez awards have been revealed by Streamline Publishing's Radio Ink. The annual honors recognize excellence in Hispanic radio programming, sales, and management and will be presented at the Hispanic Radio Conference in June.
NAB Board Election Results Revealed
The key changes include a June 2023 switch of Cumulus Media President/CEO Mary Berner by Chief Technology Officer Conrad Trautmann, as Dean Littleton takes a TV Board seat following Brian Lawlor's naming as Scripps Sports President.
Introducing Graham’s New VP/Co-General Counsel
The local media division of Graham Holdings Company has promoted from within in selecting its new Vice President and co-General Counsel, turning to a woman who has been with Graham Media Group since 2006.
Gray Names Its Twin Falls, Idaho GM
In March, Kathy Silk announced her retirement after nearly 30 years in the broadcast industry. We now know who is succeeding Silk as General Manager of Gray Television's FOX and CBS stations serving DMA No. 190, effective June 12.
Chase Over: Suttin Slides In to OM Role At Audacy/Madison
“I’ve been lucky enough to live my radio dream in one incredible city for two-plus decades.” Those are the words of a Madison, Wisc., radio industry veteran who has just been named Operations Manager and Brand Manager for the Audacy Corp. radio stations in Wisconsin's capital city.
Westwood One Welcomes a Sports-Focused Affiliate Sales Pro
Westwood One is bringing itself a little "Good Karma" as it welcomes its new VP of Affiliate Sales for Sports. How so? He's inbound at the Cumulus Media-owned national radio entity from the Milwaukee-headquartered company led by Craig Karmazin.
Dan Bongino, Fox News Say Their Goodbyes
He made national news headlines in late 2022 for opening challenging Cumulus Media's COVID-19 vaccination policy, and has enjoyed much attention for his conservative political ideology that has made him a popular podcaster. Now, Dan Bongino is receiving attention for the end of his relationship with Fox News Channel.
A Canadian Radio Station Owner Adds To C-Suite
A Canadian broadcasting company comprised of 13 radio stations that is headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, has just lured the former Chief Customer Officer at Saskatoon-based software company Vendasta Technologies to serve as its new EVP and Managing Partner.
Rogers Announces Executive Leadership Appointments
The Canadian multimedia behemoth has a new Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Chief Transformation Officer, and Chief Brand and Communications Officer. Ted Woodhead, Rogers Chief Regulatory and Government Affairs Officer, will be leaving the company.
New York Festivals Unveils Its 2023 TV & Film Awards Winners
The New York Festivals TV & Film Awards competition announced the 2023 Storytellers Gala award winners. Globally recognized content created by some of the world’s most innovative storytellers and broadcasters from 42 countries were honored with awards on Tuesday at the virtual Storytellers Gala.
New York Festivals Radio Awards Names Its 2023 Winners
Creative audio entries from storytellers around the globe captivated listeners and were recognized by the 2023 Radio Award Grand Jury. Winning entries include podcasts and audiobooks, masterful dramas, and documentaries, up to the minute news coverage, entertainment, and music specials all created by world renowned storytellers.
Cocktails, Conversation Conclude A Sunny Sunday at NAB
Some of the radio industry's foremost leaders were present at a Cocktails and Conversation reception held on Sunday evening at the Capital Grille overlooking the Las Vegas Strip, as the 2023 NAB Show prepared to formally welcome upward of 70,000 attendees to the annual media conference and expo.
Deadline Nears For Medallas de Cortez Award Nominations
The awards are sponsored by vCreative; be sure to recognize your team members in one of seven categories. Nominations must be submitted by April 17, so be sure to select your nominations today.
A Director of Programming Is Named at Estrella TV
She's been responsible for the company’s on-air marketing and scheduling for its broadcast television network and owned-and-operated TV stations. Before that, she was a production manager with Televisa, in Mexico City. Now, this individual has been promoted to Director of Programming at Estrella TV.