Radio Continues Its Key Role in Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts
As communities continue to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, radio continues to be a vital lifeline in the areas affected and beyond. Organizations from FEMA to Beasley are fully using the airwaves to assist in any way possible.
What Challenges Keep Radio’s Best Managers Awake At Night?
So far in this decade, radio has fought a pandemic, massive inflation, and labor shortages. Ahead of October’s Radio Ink issue crowning the industry’s best managers of 2024, here's what these leaders say are radio's biggest challenges.
‘The Oasis’ Is Back On Dayton Radio With Randy Michaels Buy
In August, renowned radio veteran Randy Michaels filed with the FCC that he was set to acquire WOXY from Roland Medrano's Lazo Media for $1.8 million. As of October 2, the former regional Mexican station has new life, returning a beloved station to Dayton, OH.
Women to Watch: Autumn Joi; Lit 106!
(By Charese Frugé) Autumn Joi is the Midday Host of Washington, DC’s newest digital radio station WLIT "Lit 106!" Joi began her career with an internship at WPGC 95.5 in Washington, DC, with the iconic radio/TV legend, Donnie Simpson.
Radio Recruitment Dollars: Lesson Four
(By Chris Stonick) If you're prospecting clients for recruitment ad dollars, you may be asking "when and where?" You could ask a client I had in Hobbs, NM. 33% of their total billing was recruitment. Over $1,000,000 with a sales staff of two! I was amazed.
Adobe Advocates For FCC AI Ad Disclosure Rule, With A Catch
Most radio broadcasters know the company for its Audition audio editing software, but now Adobe is trying to curry favor with the FCC as it supports the agency’s efforts to increase transparency around the use of AI-generated content in political advertisements.
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.
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