A new study paints a stark picture of how America’s youngest media consumers view news, but for radio broadcasters, the findings point to a generational opportunity: teens aren’t rejecting journalism itself; they’re rejecting how it’s delivered. [read more]
This morning, for the 23rd year, decision-makers from Midtown Manhattan to Main Street, USA, are joining together in a commitment to the future of the radio industry, as we stand on the precipice of a new era of deregulation and redefinition. [read more]
Whether you call it digital-first, blended revenue, or simply smart selling, one thing is clear: the business of radio is an increasingly digital one. That’s why, for the third year, Radio Ink is recognizing the innovators redefining how radio sells, connects, and grows. [read more]
Streaming aggregator TuneIn is being acquired by Stingray Group in a transaction valued up to $175 million. The agreement will see TuneIn, which will continue to operate under its existing brand, integrate its streaming and ad platform with Stingray’s distribution network. [read more]
(Paige Nienaber) On the Tuesday before Thanksgiving in 2009, I was at Entercom in Denver. The Marketing Director, in preparing to hit the road before rush hour, dropped me off at the airport. With three hours before my flight, the usually busy airport was in a lull before the storm. [read more]
(Chris Stonick) Should radio recruitment ads have a resume response request? In almost every case, the answer is a resounding NO! Think about this, when do most people update a resume? Answer: when they’re unemployed or unhappy. [read more]
Bonneville International has promoted Crista St. John to Director of Sales for its Seattle market. In her new position, St. John will oversee all sales operations for KIRO Newsradio (KIRO-FM), Seattle Sports 710 (KIRO-AM), Seattle Red (KTTH-AM), and MyNorthwest.com. [read more]
La Exitosa 98.7 (WEPN/WLIB-AM), Emmis Corporation’s newly launched bilingual station in New York City, has named Lizette Alicea as Director of Brand Sponsorship. Alicea previously served as VP of Sales at iHeartMedia Philadelphia, where she helped launch Rumba 106.1. [read more]
Recently relaunched Annapolis-area rocker WRNR (WYRE-AM) has announced a new partnership and lineup additions. Longtime programming executive and consultant Jay Stevens has joined Kirk Litton’s Cortona Media as a partner, replacing Steve Kingston. [read more]
Skyview Networks announces a multi-year partnership with MusicMaster for network audio sales beginning January 1. The agreement gives Skyview exclusive access to advertising inventory across MusicMaster’s affiliate network, expanding its coverage and enabling new sales opportunities. [read more]
Media Services Group is expanding its brokerage leadership team with the addition of the Pittsburgh-based media broker Roger Rafson as a Managing Director. Rafson brings more than four decades of experience across radio sales, ownership, consulting, and brokerage. [read more]
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McVay Media President Mike McVay has partnered with licensed psychotherapist and broadcaster Kelly Orchard to launch "Flipping the Format on the Fear of Failure," a project focused on helping radio pros navigate industry change through emotional intelligence. [read more]
The Motor City's “Doc of Rock” is hanging up his headphones. Doug Podell is retiring from afternoons on iHeartMedia's 106.7 WLLZ Detroit's Wheels as of December 5, marking the end of a half-century of broadcasting around Detroit and the Midwest. [read more]
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A new study paints a stark picture of how America’s youngest media consumers view news, but for radio broadcasters, the findings point to a generational opportunity: teens aren’t rejecting journalism itself; they’re rejecting how it’s delivered.
This morning, for the 23rd year, decision-makers from Midtown Manhattan to Main Street, USA, are joining together in a commitment to the future of the radio industry, as we stand on the precipice of a new era of deregulation and redefinition.
Whether you call it digital-first, blended revenue, or simply smart selling, one thing is clear: the business of radio is an increasingly digital one. That’s why, for the third year, Radio Ink is recognizing the innovators redefining how radio sells, connects, and grows.
Streaming aggregator TuneIn is being acquired by Stingray Group in a transaction valued up to $175 million. The agreement will see TuneIn, which will continue to operate under its existing brand, integrate its streaming and ad platform with Stingray’s distribution network.
(Paige Nienaber) On the Tuesday before Thanksgiving in 2009, I was at Entercom in Denver. The Marketing Director, in preparing to hit the road before rush hour, dropped me off at the airport. With three hours before my flight, the usually busy airport was in a lull before the storm.
(Chris Stonick) Should radio recruitment ads have a resume response request? In almost every case, the answer is a resounding NO! Think about this, when do most people update a resume? Answer: when they’re unemployed or unhappy.
Bonneville International has promoted Crista St. John to Director of Sales for its Seattle market. In her new position, St. John will oversee all sales operations for KIRO Newsradio (KIRO-FM), Seattle Sports 710 (KIRO-AM), Seattle Red (KTTH-AM), and MyNorthwest.com.
La Exitosa 98.7 (WEPN/WLIB-AM), Emmis Corporation’s newly launched bilingual station in New York City, has named Lizette Alicea as Director of Brand Sponsorship. Alicea previously served as VP of Sales at iHeartMedia Philadelphia, where she helped launch Rumba 106.1.
Recently relaunched Annapolis-area rocker WRNR (WYRE-AM) has announced a new partnership and lineup additions. Longtime programming executive and consultant Jay Stevens has joined Kirk Litton’s Cortona Media as a partner, replacing Steve Kingston.
Skyview Networks announces a multi-year partnership with MusicMaster for network audio sales beginning January 1. The agreement gives Skyview exclusive access to advertising inventory across MusicMaster’s affiliate network, expanding its coverage and enabling new sales opportunities.
Media Services Group is expanding its brokerage leadership team with the addition of the Pittsburgh-based media broker Roger Rafson as a Managing Director. Rafson brings more than four decades of experience across radio sales, ownership, consulting, and brokerage.
McVay Media President Mike McVay has partnered with licensed psychotherapist and broadcaster Kelly Orchard to launch "Flipping the Format on the Fear of Failure," a project focused on helping radio pros navigate industry change through emotional intelligence.
The Motor City's “Doc of Rock” is hanging up his headphones. Doug Podell is retiring from afternoons on iHeartMedia's 106.7 WLLZ Detroit's Wheels as of December 5, marking the end of a half-century of broadcasting around Detroit and the Midwest.
