1. Take Advantage of the August Congressional Recess

While members of Congress are in their home districts during the August recess, don’t miss the opportunity to let them know about your valuable service to your community.

• The recess period is a perfect time to speak to your legislators about issues affecting broadcasters.
• AM radio: Use NAB's AM Radio Toolkit and air spots while your legislators are home.
• Big Tech: Our Big Tech Toolkit provides talking points on the threat tech giants pose to local broadcasters.
• 📣 Get started: Visit nab.org/SpeakUp for tips and tools on communicating your station’s vital service to your legislators.

2. NAB Show New York Registration is Open

Register now for NAB Show New York, October 9-10 at the Javits Center. Don’t miss our new and returning conference programs, focusing on today’s hottest topics.

• NAB members receive the best rates, so register now.

3. Congratulations to the 2024 NAB Marconi Radio Awards Finalists

ICYMI: The finalists for the 2024 NAB Marconi Radio Awards were announced during a livestream announcement on Thursday, August 1. You can find the full list of 2024 finalists here.

• 🏆 The winners will be announced during a live dinner and show, brought to you by Xperi, on Wednesday, October 9 at the Javits Center during NAB Show New York.
• Get your tickets and tables today.

4. NEW! Radio + Podcast Interactive Forum at NAB Show New York

Join your radio and podcast industry peers for the Radio + Podcast Interactive Forum, a new conference held during NAB Show New York on Wednesday, October 9.

• Discover winning strategies and network with trailblazing radio, podcast, tech and marketing teams.
• Learn how to leverage technology for programming, content, marketing and financial success.

Register now for NAB Show New York to claim your spot. NAB members receive the best rates.

5. Michael Biard Joins NAB Board of Directors

Nexstar Media Group, Inc., President and Chief Operating Officer Michael Biard has been appointed to the NAB Television Board of Directors, effective immediately.

6. Looking for New Talent?

“You Belong Here” is a multifaceted campaign to help broadcasters find and grow talent for their stations. Air television and radio spots to spotlight the many career opportunities in broadcasting.

• What is it? “You Belong Here” showcases how job seekers can use their skills and find their passion in local television and radio stations in every town and city across the country. The campaign website also promotes thousands of jobs in broadcast media.
• Go deeper: In addition to TV and radio spots, visit YouBelongHere.media/toolkit for tips and tools for amplifying how working in broadcast media is a fun and rewarding way to put your skills to work and grow your career.

7. ICYMI: Hispanic Media GOTV Toolkit Now Available

The Hispanic Media GOTV Coalition, a first of its kind effort focused on voter registration and turnout in the Hispanic community, has a new toolkit for media companies. 

• What is it? With broadcast-ready spots in Spanish and English, scripts, research and data, a speaker’s bureau and more, this toolkit provides resources and ideas for coalition members to educate and energize Hispanic voters.
• The coalition’s member organizations are welcome to submit resources to the toolkit, which will continue to grow until Election Day.

Get involved: You can access the toolkit here, or learn more about becoming a member of the coalition here.