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(Mike McVay) One of my longtime friends in Programming once told me that he always wanted to be a Market Manager. Given that I was one of those that came up through programming, and went on to be a Market Manager, I asked “Why?”

The deadline for nominations for the 2022 Country Radio Hall of Fame has been extended. Nominations for the Class of 2022 can be submitted into November.

Former Sacramento Kings announcer and sports talk radio host Grant Napear has filed suit against KHTK-AM and parent company Bonneville International for wrong termination, discrimination and retaliation. He is seeking more than $75,000 in damages.

Audacy has flipped WNSH-FM 94.7 from Country to Throwbacks. The station will feature classic hip-hop hits and throwbacks. The only Country radio station in New York City can now be heard on 94.7 HD2.

(By Loyd Ford) Nobody likes to lose revenue. You might be losing out every day until your sellers begin to arm themselves with the story of success.

iHeartMedia CEO Bob Pittman and CFO Richard Bressler sent a memo to employees on Thursday outlining a flexible work environment at the radio giant. They say the "new work environment," will enable greater productivity and be more responsive to the way employees live their life.

Urban One's Radio One and Reach Media have announced a virtual upfront called Millions. Billions. Trillions. in partnership with Dream Currency, a small Black-owned business. The upfront focuses on a movement to promote the importance and buying power of the African American consumer.

Roger Vestal tells Radio Ink he got into radio as a child. The 25-year vet is now working for Forever Communications where he oversees 4 stations. Here's his story and why he was chosen as Radio Ink's Sales Manager of The Week. Our Sales Manager of The Week Feature is sponsored by The Center For Sales Strategy.

(By Buzz Knight) Provoke-“How Leaders Shape the Future by Overcoming Fatal Human Flaws.” The book is a welcome addition to any boardroom trying to navigate one of the most difficult times in our lifetime.

RAB and Xperi are partnering on a webinar called "The Battle for the Dash: How Radio can Compete Today and Win the Future.” The one hour presentation is set for November 10.