A Big Return For Two Big Spot Radio Users
The latest Media Monitors Spot Ten Radio report shows that the No. 1 fully paid user of AM and FM national advertising to reach consumers is a familiar brand that's activating a new campaign. The same could be said of a big home improvement retailer — and it is not The Home Depot.
A Radio Workflow System, Now Available Via Barter
G Audio Networks, a Gen Media Partners company, is now offering its radio station workflow system for barter to radio stations throughout the United States. SPARC Media Hub is described as an all-in-one platform designed to assist station teams stay organized, communicate more effectively, and eliminate costly mistakes.
After City of License Shift Win, A Threshold Sale Comes
In late July, Threshold Communications partners Jim Bryan and Ron Wulff finally gained the FCC's approval after more than five years to relocate a new FM radio station from a small town 50 miles east of Portland, Ore., to a tower in Washington where it will serve the Centralia-Chehalis, Wash., region. With that battle over, Bryan and Wulff are engineering the sale of what is presently licensed as KVNW-FM.
Promotion Granted by iHeart Following Corvino Shift
On Thursday, iHeartMedia Division President Scott Hopeck confirmed to Streamline Publishing's Radio Ink that Market Presidents Kelly Kibler (Dallas) and Matt Martin (San Antonio and Austin) are no longer with the company. With Detroit Region President Paul Corvino now overseeing the three Lone Star markets as Region President, iHeartMedia has moved to fill Corvino's shoes.
On Wall Street, iHeartMedia Shows Resilience
With recent declines in value from industry peers attracting attention, one story that's perhaps been underreported is that involving the stock performance of iHeartMedia. IHRT has proven to be a strong performer in the broadcast media sector across the third quarter.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Lino Garcia
What's the biggest constant and perhaps the biggest change seen in the world of Spanish-language sports media and the fan interest of those who enjoy "deportes"? That's one of the questions Unanimo Sports Founder Lino Garcia answers as the RBR+TVBR InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM, celebrates the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. LISTEN HERE
At iHeart, A Business Growth and Partnerships Head Is Selected
He's been with iHeartMedia for nearly 12 years and was formerly EVP/Strategic Business Operations of the iHeartMedia Networks Group. Now, he's been elevated to President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships.
More Downward Activity On Wall Street For BBGI, AUD
With an all-but certain delisting from the NYSE, short a reverse stock split, coming for Audacy Corp., the company's beleaguered shares suffered another big dip in Wednesday's trading. The result — a new all-time low for AUD.
Wednesday wasn't exactly a great day for Beasley Media Group's stock, either.
SBS Appoints A Leader For Its Newest Markets
With swift growth in Central Florida and a long-term battle for listeners in Tampa Bay just getting started, Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) has nowhere to go but up along the I-4 corridor connecting Ybor City to Daytona Beach. Now, it has decided who will lead its operations in this region.
A New DraftKings Effort Gets Spot Radio Activation
There's little movement of note on the latest Media Monitors Spot Ten Radio report. But, there is one notable addition to this week's group of fully paid brands using AM and FM to reach consumers. It involves a giant in the daily fantasy sports contest and sports betting world.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Dick Foreman on Lowry Mays
In this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM, RBR+TVBR Editor-in-Chief Adam R Jacobson chats with veteran media broker Dick Foreman, who handled some deals for Clear Channel under the late Lowry Mays' ownership, about his legacy and his many charitable efforts — including those with the Broadcasters Foundation of America. LISTEN HERE
WGA Members at Audacy Ratify New Contract
A retroactive raise to April 6 is part of the agreement impacting Union members at three Audacy Corp. all-News stations acquired as part of its tax-free merger with CBS Radio. "This was by no means an easy negotiation," the 57-member Audacy Bargaining Unit covering WGA East and West members shared.
NAB Goes With Cannon, DJ Scratch For 2022 Marconis
He's known for his roles as host of "The Masked Singer" reality competition series on FOX and for his time on MTV and Nickelodeon. He's also the host of an eponymous syndicated radio show and a weekly Top 30 hit list. Now, this multimedia talent has been selected to host the 2022 Marconi Radio Awards Dinner during NAB Show New York.
Introducing iHeartRadio’s New ‘CPO’
She's been a member of the iHeartMedia family since April 2018, when she came on board as a Senior VP for UX/CX/Research at its New York corporate headquarters.
Now, she's being elevated to iHeartRadio Chief Product Officer.
From ‘Market’ To ‘Metro’ For Three iHeartMedia Presidents
The nation's biggest owner of AM and FM radio stations is elevating three Market Presidents to the newly created roles of Metro Presidents. The iHeartMedia markets include Northern Ohio; the Carolinas; and the Ohio River Valley.