VSiN Teams With Interstate 15 to Boost Sports Content Influence
VSiN has announced a strategic partnership with Interstate 15, a sports and entertainment marketing agency founded by Jason Gastwirth, Jamie Fritz, and Greg Cannon. The partnership aims to expand VSiN’s presence in the growing sports entertainment industry.
Broadcasters Foundation Opens Registration For LA Media Mixer
The Broadcasters Foundation of America is giving more information about its first Media Mixer on the West Coast. As first reported by Radio Ink, the networking event will be held in Los Angeles on October 23, at the NBCUniversal Studio Lot from 6-8p.
Global Media Leaders Join PURF’s Inaugural CMO Workshop
The Power of Urban Radio Forum has released the lineup for its inaugural Procter & Gamble CMO Workshop on October 10 in Washington, DC. The workshop aims to educate senior marketing and media executives on investing in diverse-owned and targeted media.
Star 94’s Jenn Hobby Raises $137K for Kids Cancer Research
The 5th Annual Ring the Bell Benefit, led by Atlanta's Star 94 (WSTR) morning show host Jenn Hobby, raised $137,473.30 to support childhood cancer research. The benefit included a large silent auction and a program celebrating young cancer survivors.
‘Magic Comes From Wherever We Put It’: TN Station Plots Helene Comeback
Even as her two Erwin, TN, stations were swept away by Hurricane Helene, Jet Broadcasting owner Maria True continued to provide vital coverage and information. Radio Ink talked with Maria about the aftermath, the future, and the power of local radio and community.
Beasley Media’s Debt Exchange Deadline Extended to October 4
Beasley Media Group has extended key deadlines related to a debt exchange and tender offer that it previously announced. Beasley initiated the "new debt for old debt" exchange in September, allowing more time to repay its lenders at a slightly higher interest rate.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Today’s Word Is ‘Tangible’
(By Paige Nienaber) In the wake of Hurricane Helene, let me introduce you to "tangible." Great word. I learned it from David Dubose, an amazing market manager for Townsquare Media in Tuscaloosa. He wanted his hurricane relief drive to be tangible.
The Master Communication Skill
(By Randy Lane) One of our morning show clients once interviewed Larry King. The cohost talked over Larry before he finished answering a question. Larry said, “You know, the best questions come from listening to the response to the last question.”
You’ve Just Been Lied To
(By Rick Fink) Have you ever had a business owner tell you after you made your presentation that they don’t have the budget? Sure, you have. If you are dealing with the true decision-maker, you’ve just been lied to!
Woodward Closes On $4.3M Illinois Deal With Neuhoff Media
Woodward Communications has officially completed the acquisition of seven radio stations from Neuhoff Media. The deal, which was finalized on October 1, expands Woodward's presence in Springfield and Bloomington, Illinois.
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