Leadership in Radio Can’t Be ‘Set It and Forget It’
(Buzz Knight) I worry that the leadership of today, specifically in media and radio, applies a “set it and forget it” approach to much of their work. When it comes to principles of leadership, this is dead wrong. Leadership is an ever-evolving centerpiece.
iHeart Names New Market Presidents In Central PA and Florida
iHeartMedia has announced more leadership changes as part of a restructuring of its cluster management. The two newest promotions involve multiple markets in Florida and Pennsylvania after changes to New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles.
iHeart Engineering EVP Jeff Littlejohn Retires, Steve George Is In
iHeartMedia Executive Vice President of Engineering Jeff Littlejohn has announced his retirement after 32 years with the company. Steve George now takes over the role, overseeing technical operations for iHeart’s 860 local broadcast stations.
GroupM’s Sweeney, Stagwell’s Sable Join Forecast 2025 Lineup
Two more major media executives have joined the lineup of Radio Ink's Forecast 2025. GroupM Chief Investment Officer Matt Sweeney and Stagwell Global Vice Chair David Sable will join the critical conversations on Wednesday at the Harvard Club of NYC.
National Radio Spot Play Rebounds During Election Week
After a slight dip due to political uncertainty, national radio spot play saw a notable increase during election week, as the approaching holiday season influenced ad volumes, particularly among retail brands as they promote seasonal sales.
Z93 and Matt Bingham Set New Mid-Michigan Record for ACS
Cumulus Media’s Saginaw, MI rock station Z93 (WKQZ) and Z93 Program Director Matt Bingham raised more than $30,000 during the American Cancer Society’s Men Wear Pink annual fundraising campaign - a new fundraising record for Mid-Michigan.
Santa Brings Surprise To Sunny 95 Radiothon For Columbus Kids
In Columbus, Saga Communications' Sunny 95 raised $112,320 during its live 2024 Radiothon on November 7 and 8. The event, benefitting Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Sunshine Fund, has raised more than $8.2 million across 38 years.
House Energy Chair Demands FCC Cease Partisan Activities
As the results of the 2024 presidential election bring new leadership to the FCC, House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers has formally urged FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel to halt work on any partisan or controversial initiatives.
OUT NOW: Turning Radio Into An Agency’s Best Friend
A new President. Spiking AI adoption. Hurricanes and heroes. As 2024 reaches its conclusion, Radio Ink prepares you for the road ahead in our November issue, featuring our conversation with veteran media buyer and radio believer Lucas Cridland.
Leave A Message At The Tone
(By Pat Bryson) First impressions are lasting and sometimes your voicemail message is the first thing prospective clients experience. What does it reflect about you? Most voicemail messages are boring. “You’ve reached me…. leave a message.”
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