NABLF Names Class of 2026 for Media Sales Academy and TAP
The NAB Leadership Foundation has announced the Class of 2026 participants for its Media Sales Academy and Technology Apprenticeship Program. The programs prepare the next generation of leaders through education, training, and paid internships at local stations.
iHeart Welcomes Ginn and Jones To Community Markets Division
TEGNA Head of Sales Enablement and Business Development Matt Ginn is jumping to iHeartMedia as Division President of Community Markets, serving across 30 markets spanning the Midsouth, South Carolina, Georgia, the Southwest, and Texas.
Ruben Garcia, the Voice of Texas Public Radio, Dies
Texas Public Radio Vice President of Technology and Operations Ruben Garcia died on February 3 at the age of 66, following a sudden brain aneurysm days earlier. He was also the voice of TPR, heard daily through sponsorship messages and top-of-the-hour imaging.
Joey Martin Joins NAB to Lead Sales for Vegas and NYC Shows
Joey Martin is joining the National Association of Broadcasters as Senior Vice President of Sales Strategy and Enablement for Global Connections and Events, placing him in charge of sales and revenue operations for NAB Show and NAB Show New York.
LaCroix Earns Assistant Brand Manager Role At Baltimore’s Fan
Audacy Baltimore has announced the promotion of Joe LaCroix to Assistant Brand Manager at 105.7 The Fan (WJZ). LaCroix joined the station in 2017 as a part-time board operator. He was named Executive Producer of The Big Bad Morning Show in 2021.
New Syndicated ‘Win the Day Replay’ Highlights CCM History
Win the Day Ministries is set to debut a new two-hour syndicated radio program celebrating the legacy of Contemporary Christian music. Win the Day Replay will feature music from the 1970s through the mid-2000s, tracing the format's evolution from its early roots.
Austin’s Zone Adds Texas Streamers ‘Bucky & BK’ to Afternoons
iHeartMedia Austin has added Bucky & BK to the weekday lineup on 1300 The Zone. Hosted by former University of Texas running backs coach Bucky Godbolt and broadcaster Brad Kellner, the program focuses on Texas football, UT athletics, and major sports headlines.
Griesbach Joins MaxxKonnect as Senior Engineer for Southeast
MaxxKonnect has named Steve Griesbach Senior Engineer for the Southeastern United States. Griesbach will support MaxxKonnect serviced stations while also assisting the company’s build team on projects nationwide.
Audacy Board Member Named CEO of New York Public Radio
As LaFontaine Oliver steps out of his leading role with New York Public Radio in favor of a newly created Executive Chair role, Christy Tanner has been appointed President and CEO of the organization, which includes WNYC, WQXR, Gothamist, and New Jersey Public Radio.
Lytle Award Is Big Recognition For Cromwell’s Bud Walters
The Ten-Minute Trainer Network has named Cromwell Media CEO Bud Walters as the inaugural recipient of the Chris Lytle Lifetime Learner Award, honoring careers defined by continuous learning, mentorship, and impact across the media industry.















