Borrell Reports Radio’s Largest Digital Revenue Leaders
As radio's largest operators prepare to release their 2024 Q1 results, there will undoubtedly be plenty of talk about digital revenue and its growing share of broadcaster revenue. So what companies are leading the way in digital? Borrell Associates has the data.
Women to Watch: Katelyn Maida, 93Q Country
(By Charese Fruge') Katelyn Maida is currently part of Mornings with Riggs, Katelyn and Erica at Urban One Houston's 93Q Country (KKBQ). Along with her regular show duties and station events, she also hosts weekend mornings.
Improve the Way You Sell: 5 More Lessons from Solitaire
(By James Bahm) To continue the conversation about ways to close more sales and increase your paycheck, here are a few more illustrations drawn from playing thousands of games of solitaire. This time let's look at using strategy to change the game.
Update: What Are Agencies Saying About Hispanic Radio In 2024?
At last year's Hispanic Radio Conference, HRN Media Network President Clark Logan sat down with Horizon Media Senior Audio Investor Natalie Henderson for a provocative conversation that provided agency-level insight on the state of Hispanic radio.
Corinne Baldassano Honored By MIW As 2024 Trailblazer
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has awarded Corinne Baldassano with the prestigious 2024 MIW Frances Preston Trailblazer honor. Baldassano's latest role was as SVP of Programming & Marketing at Take On The Day, LLC and The Dr. Laura Program.
O’Reilly Auto Parts Takes Radio Mercury Awards’ Top Brand Honor
They may have created one of the most memorable and famous jingles in radio - now O’Reilly Auto Parts will receive an honor for their contributions to the medium from the Radio Mercury Awards as the 2024 Radio Marketer of the Year.
Boston’s WBUR Reducing Staff 14% Through Layoffs and Buyouts
Boston NPR affiliate WBUR has announced a workforce reduction of up to 14% through a mix of layoffs and voluntary buyouts. The announcement came in an email to staff from WBUR CEO Margaret Low, as part of a broad initiative to stabilize the station's finances.
GOP Lawmaker: FCC Must Stop ‘Soros Shortcut’ To Audacy Stake
US Representative Chip Roy (R-TX) has formally requested FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel prevent a "Soros shortcut" in Soros Fund Management's $400 million debt acquisition from Audacy.
Bay Area KQED Makes Public Radio’s Latest Staff Buyout Offer
Bay Area broadcaster KQED is the latest in public radio to offer staff buyouts as part of an effort to address a growing budget deficit. KQED President Michael Isip informed staff via an email on April 17, saying layoffs or a hiring freeze are also being considered.
WXPN Sets NON-COMMvention Lineup For Triple-A Format
The annual NON-COMMvention conference for public radio music programmers and music industry professionals will be held in Philadelphia from May 7-10. Hosted by WXPN, the event will take place at their facilities and adjoining World Cafe Live venue.
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