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The Broadcasters Foundation of America is returning to New York City this June for the third installment of its Media Mixer networking series, part of an expanding effort to connect broadcast professionals across career stages while raising awareness of its charitable mission.

Four years ago, she signed off on an asset purchase agreement that ultimately won regulatory approval, giving her ownership of the very first radio station she worked at. Now, iconic syndicated radio personality Delilah has shuttered the Oregon AM, and local market challenges are the primary reason for her decision.

In a media world fixated on algorithms and AI, what still moves audiences — and revenue — is content rooted in culture, community, and creativity. A Hispanic Radio Conference session featuring four programming pros will explore the timeless foundation of radio, through the lens of today’s Hispanic-targeted audio formats.

Nashville Public Radio has hired its next President/CEO, and it is a woman who will replace the retiring Steve Swenson at the NPR spoken word station serving the market and its Adult Alternative noncommercial sibling.

In San Francisco, FM radio reception can be tough largely due to the area’s hilly terrain. Audacy, now under new leadership, has opted to do something about that for two of its FMs.

For the certified Hispanic-owned media company that recently brought on Hispanic advertising industry veteran Gene Bryan as Chief Revenue Officer, Spanish Broadcasting System in Q4 saw its net revenue improve by 3%. SBS also offered new insight into what it intends to do with Mega TV.

In mid-January 2021, the owner of radio stations in North Central Washington state decided to put them on the market. He inked a representation deal with broker Greg Guy, awaited bids, and six months later sold them for $597,500. Now, the group that purchased the radio assets is spinning them.

He's described as a "pillar of the Tulsa business community for nearly four decades" and a "visionary entrepreneur and optometrist." It appears Dr. Robert H. Zoellner clearly sees the potential for strong cash flow associated with four local radio brands. He's just bought them from Cox Media Group.

Radio industry advocates continue to push for movement during what will be a compressed and politically charged session. Groups including FEMA, the NAB, and a wide range of first responder and public interest organizations have emphasized AM radio’s unmatched ability to reach communities in emergencies.

Despite the delay, MediaCo previewed significant year-over-year growth in Q1 revenue, largely tied to the Estrella deal. The company estimates net revenue of approximately $28 million, up from $6.7 million in Q1 2024.

While a familiar name returned to office, the 2025 election brought a new playbook. This second term isn’t déjà vu; it’s an entirely different game, and no broadcaster will be able to comfortably watch from the sidelines. That's why you need to be at Hispanic Radio Conference 2025.

The Copyright Royalty Judges on Friday announced that they are ready to solicit comments on the proposed rates and terms for the digital performance of sound recordings as it pertains to both commercial webcasters and "certain public radio stations."

Time is running out to save your spot at the Hispanic Radio Conference 2025 at the best possible rate. And, that Early Bird looks ready to fly away. Secure your seat and a vital learning opportunity while benefiting from the best pricing while you still can. It's a great chance to gain insight on fresh ways to increase revenue!

Bloomberg Media has agreed to renew a multi-year podcast agreement with the nation's biggest audio content creation and distribution company, a move that will see the continuation of co-productions of new original podcasts.

How can a radio station owner update its instruments in a forward-facing way without turning down the volume on tradición? A Hispanic Radio Conference session will present five ways one can modernize without compromise, staying true to the cultural corazón of the audience.