The NAB Leadership Foundation (NABLF) has shared the 2027 class of its Broadcast Leadership Training (BLT) program, welcoming a new cohort of accomplished professionals from across the radio and television industry.
For more than 25 years, BLT has prepared nearly 450 senior executives and managers for station ownership and C-suite roles. With interactive sessions led by seasoned faculty members and invited speakers, the participants explore financial and business strategy, management and leadership, artificial intelligence, human resources, organizational culture and other issues shaping the future of broadcasting.
The 2027 BLT class is as follows:
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Angel Livas, founder and CEO, ALIVE Network
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Ashley Parker, vice president and general manager, KSAT-12 in San Antonio, Graham Media Group
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Brenden Nakamine, news director, KITV-4 in Honolulu, Allen Media Group
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Coriya Burns Falker, general sales manager, Urban One Atlanta
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Eric Casella, vice president of programming, Cox Media Group
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Erik Smith, vice president of news operations and technology, Fox Television Stations
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Ilana Goldstein, director of finance and strategy, Beasley Media Group
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James Galindo, general manager, KERO-23 in Bakersfield, The E.W. Scripps Company
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James Loftus, vice president and general manager, KAPP/KVEW, Morgan Murphy Media
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Jessica Fernandez, news director, Univision Television Group
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Keith Hildibrand, vice president of benefits, Gray Media
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Matt McDonald, general manager, Central Oregon Daily News (KBNZ/KOHD)
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PJ English, director of operations, Tuscaloosa Radio Group
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Shannone Dunlap, executive vice president and general manager, Black Diamond Broadcasting & Digital Solutions
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Shawnda Adams, news director, KOCO-5 in Oklahoma City, Hearst Television
“The 2027 BLT class brings together an exceptional group of professionals who are ready to challenge conventional thinking, learn from one another and inspire confidence for what lies ahead,” said NABLF President Michelle Duke. “Resilient and effective leadership has never been more important, and we are thrilled to support these professionals as they grow and to see where their leadership takes them.”
The BLT program is made possible through the financial commitment of sponsors Alabama Broadcasters Association, Beasley Media Group, Bonneville International, Cox Media Group, Fox Television Stations, Futuri, Graham Media Group, Gray Media, Hearst Television, Morgan Murphy Media, NAB, Nielsen Foundation, Oregon Broadcasters Association, The E.W. Scripps Co., and TelevisaUnivision.
