August 20 is “National Radio Day,” and the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) used the occasion to share that the Chief Executive Officer of Salem Media Group has been selected as its recipient of the 2024 National Radio Award.
David Santrella will receive the honor during the Marconi Radio Awards, held as part of the 2024 NAB Show New York event on October 9.
“NAB is extremely pleased to recognize Dave for his exceptional contributions to the radio industry,” NAB President/CEO Curtis LeGeyt said. “On National Radio Day, it’s especially fitting to recognize a leader whose belief in radio’s unique ability to serve the public is second to none. Dave’s public service ethos, along with a keen business acumen and authentic leadership style have strengthened the entire radio ecosystem, making him a most deserving recipient of this year’s National Radio Award.”
Santrella has been CEO of Salem Media Group in January 2022. He has been with Salem since 2001 and earlier career stops include roles as General Sales Manager for CBS Radio in Chicago, rising through the sales ranks. He was also an Account Executive and Promotions Assistant for the former WMAQ-AM 670 in Chicago under NBC Radio ownership.
Santrella has been recognized in Radio Ink’s “The 40 Most Powerful People in Radio” for the past four consecutive years.
