🚗 Ford Motor Company announced that it has reconsidered removing AM radio from future vehicles in the U.S. and will now include the technology in their newer model cars.
"NAB commends Ford for committing to keep AM radio in their vehicles, which will keep Americans safe and informed, particularly in times of emergency. With tens of millions of listeners, AM radio continues to serve as a vital lifeline to the public and a critical source of community news and exchange of diverse ideas," said NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt.
President Joe Biden has nominatedAnna Gomez to serve on the Federal Communications Commission. The President also renominated current Commissioners Geoffrey Starks and Brendan Carr.
"NAB looks forward to the confirmation process and learning more about Ms. Gomez's commitment to the critical services local television and radio stations provide to their communities," said LeGeyt.
3. Register Now: Psychological Safety for Leaders
Registration is open for the next installment of NAB's members-only webinar series, Diversity Speaks: A DEI Webinar Series for Broadcasters, focused on delivering helpful information to build and execute effective DEI strategies.
Join us for Psychological Safety for Leaders, Tuesday, May 30 at 2 p.m. ET, featuring Sacha Thompson, founder of The Equity Equation, LLC, a boutique inclusive culture consulting and coaching firm based in the Washington, D.C., area.
4. AI: An Early View of Its Impact on Broadcasting
Anna Chauvet, vice president, Public Policy, NAB, wrote for the NAB Blog this week about how artificial intelligence brings great potential, but also concerns to broadcasting.
🤖 "The responsible development and use of AI should ensure the integrity of our broadcasters' work and the trust that the public puts in it, as well as adequately compensate broadcasters for use of their valuable copyrighted content," Chauvet said.
5. Deadline Approaching for 2023 Marconi Radio Awards
Don't miss your chance to be celebrated on radio's biggest night! Nominations are still being acceptednow until Wednesday, May 31 for the 2023 Marconi Radio Awards, brought to you by Xperi, which honor excellence in radio broadcasting.
🏆 Click here for information about the awards. Winners will be announced during a special dinner program at NAB Show New York on October 25, 2023.
6. Exploring Impactful PSA Campaigns with Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
Recorded live at NAB Show! Dan Clare, chief communications and outreach officer, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), sits down to detail his organization's goals and how public service campaigns with broadcast partners further DAV's initiatives and amplify their messages. Hear best practices for crafting these campaigns and building win-win charitable partnerships.
7. Applications Open: Broadcast Leadership Training
Are you ready to take your management career to the next level? The NAB Leadership Foundationis now accepting applications for the 2024 Broadcast Leadership Training (BLT) program.
👩🏫 The BLT program is an executive MBA-style program that teaches the fundamentals of purchasing, owning and operating radio and television stations. As the foremost executive training initiative for the broadcast industry, the 10-month program prepares aspiring broadcast station owners and executives with the working knowledge to further their careers.
AXIS Insurance provides comprehensive protection for the potential liability that radio and television broadcasters may face. Enroll in property and casualty insurance and save on increased coverage, including workers' compensation, towers/equipment/business, income, automotive and umbrella. For more information, visit nab.org/BenefitPrograms.
