Pulling Out All The Stops
(By Deborah Parenti) Radio broadcasters have reason to be in good spirits as they gather at this year’s NAB Convention in Las Vegas. While not discounting some real challenges there has been a major win thanks to the diligent efforts of broadcasters.
Deadline Extended: Shirley Davenport On Why Medallas Matter
Radio Ink has extended the 2024 Medallas de Cortez deadline, recognizing the shining stars in Hispanic radio. To discuss the impact of Hispanic radio, we talked to last year's Medallas winner for General Manager of the Year, Shirley Davenport of Curtis Media Group.
Expanding Your Footprint in the Community
(By Pat Bryson) When I had been selling for about a year, my general manager came into my cubicle one day and said, "It's time to get you on some boards." At the time, I had no idea what he was talking about.
Turn the Competition’s Strengths Into Your Clients’ Opportunities
(By Jeffrey Hedquist) Your client has strengths and weaknesses. Your client’s competitors do too. The competition’s point of concentration may be a strength for them, but that position can also be a weakness your client can exploit and sell against.
Saying All The Things In Sales
(By Loyd Ford) Some sellers say “all the things.” How about a few examples? “I love it when sellers give me the excuse that they are so busy they didn’t write down their activity,” said no sales manager anywhere.
What To See At NAB: Monday Sessions For Radio
After a full weekend at the Las Vegas Convention Center, NAB Show 2024 kicks into high gear with a promising Monday agenda of compelling sessions and awards for radio, featuring station transactions, audience analytics, and diversity and inclusion.
‘Cocktails and Conversation’ Draws A Capacity Crowd At NAB
It was another high-profile radio affair at the Capitol Grille in Las Vegas for the third annual "Cocktails and Conversation" event during this year's NAB Show. This year's assembly again united radio professionals, ranging from C-suite executives to individual station managers.
‘Fast Car’ In-Car Shows Radio and Streaming’s Hit-Making Synergy
Xperi's DTS has revealed the most popular songs listened to in vehicles during 2023 and Q1 2024 pulled from its in-car AutoStage platform. The measurements include songs listened to over AM/FM and streamed through digital providers over the car stereo.
Audacy To Develop Library of AI Voices For Radio and Ads
Audacy has partnered with voice AI specialist ElevenLabs on advanced synthetic voice technology for its programming and production processes. With this, the broadcaster aims to develop a comprehensive library of voices for on-air and advertising use.
Cale Berger and Amanda Gorecki Take Mornings In Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh radio is getting a new morning show as Audacy introduces Cale Berger and Amanda Gorecki to Y108 (WDSY). Berger is the 2021 Media Association of Pittsburgh's Rising Star Award recipient. Gorecki has been with Audacy since 2017.