Translating Success With Hispanic Audiences
(By Chris Stonick) More companies are trying to reach Hispanic listeners. Nearly 20% of the US is Hispanic according to the 2020 US Census. And a study done by SXM Media shows that 54% of the Hispanic population is bilingual. But you may have a problem.
Did We See You At The Hispanic Radio Conference Cocktail Party?
The festive spirit of San Antonio was in full swing as the Hispanic Radio Conference 2024 celebrated the end of the first day with a cocktail party following the Medallas de Cortez Awards, sponsored by Nueva Network and Spanish Broadcasting System.
Tim Richards Gets Content Director Duties For Second Station
Alpha Media has announced the appointment of Tim Richards as the Content Director for Free Country Chicago, which includes dual signals on WCCQ and WXLC. Richards will also maintain his role as the Content Director of Portland's 98.7 The Bull (KUPL).
Dominic Carter To Fill Former Giuliani Time Slot On NYC’s WABC
77WABC in New York has expanded the role of Dominic Carter, who will now host an additional show from 3 to 4p on both WABC Radio and WLIR 107.1. Carter will continue his current late-night shows on weeknights and his 11p to Midnight show on Sundays.
Today Marks Broadcasters Foundation’s Third Annual Giving Day
Today is the Broadcasters Foundation of America's third annual Giving Day. This event brings together the radio and television industries to support colleagues experiencing financial hardship due to critical illness, accidents, or disasters.
Alpha Media Redirects ‘The River’ In Chicago To ’90s Alternative
Chicago's 95.9 The River has a new sound after a significant programming shift by Alpha Media. The station has flipped formats from Classic Hits to Classic Alternative, with Todd Nuke'Em joining as Content Director in a collaboration with Utah's Broadway Media.
2024 Medallas de Cortez Winners Celebrated In San Antonio
Radio Ink crowned this year’s Medallas de Cortez award winners at a ceremony during Hispanic Radio Conference 2024. The Medallas recognize excellence in Hispanic radio programming, sales, and management, named in honor of Raoul Cortez.
Kriston Aitken Raised To Cumulus Chief Human Resources Role
Kriston Aitken will become Cumulus Media's Chief Human Resources Officer, after serving as Senior Vice President of Human Resources for two years. The promotion, which will take effect on July 1, comes with the retirement of Todd McCarty after nine years in the role.
Frequence Joins Madhive In Local Digital Advertising Merger
Frequence, a leading provider of omnichannel ad sales enablement and workflow software for audio, display, and out-of-home ads, has been acquired by Connected TV ad specialist Madhive. The merger aims to create a power player in local digital advertising.
Beasley Media Philly Appoints Paul Blake As Cluster Manager
Paul Blake has been promoted to Cluster Manager for Beasley Media Group Philadelphia. Blake, Vice President/Director of Sales for 22 years at the company, will now oversee all seven Beasley radio properties in the market, including WMMR and WMGK.
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