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NAB Applauds Senate Introduction of Local Radio Freedom Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A bipartisan coalition of 13 senators led by Sens. Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and John Barrasso (R-WY) introduced a resolution today opposing "any new performance fee, tax, royalty or other charge" on local broadcast radio stations. The Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA) signals policymakers’ opposition to any potential legislation that would impose new performance fees on broadcast radio stations for music airplay.




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Television Network Affiliate Groups to Hold Meetings at 2023 NAB Show

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that the affiliate boards of directors of ABC, CBS, FOX Television and NBC will meet in-person during NAB Show, April 15 – 19, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nev.




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NAB Announces 2023 Engineering Achievement Award Honorees

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that Beasley Media Group's Michael Cooney and NBCUniversal Local's H. Douglas Lung are the recipients of the 2023 NAB Engineering Achievement Awards. They will be honored at the We Are Broadcasters Awards, held on the Main Stage of the 2023 NAB Show on April 18 at 10 a.m.




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NAB Show Turns Radio Programming Up a Notch

Washington, D.C. -- The 2023 NAB Show, held April 15-19 in Las Vegas, will offer an engaging lineup of educational sessions, networking opportunities and exhibits for the radio broadcast community. Radio sessions and networking opportunities will be conveniently located in the newly announced Broadcast District in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, where radio exhibitors will be also be easily accessible.




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NAB Names Lora Dennis as 2023 Digital Leadership Award Honoree

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that Lora Dennis, executive vice president of Digital Media for NBCUniveral Local, is the recipient of the 2023 Digital Leadership Award. She will receive the award at the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame Ceremony, held on the Main Stage of the 2023 NAB Show on April 17 at 1 p.m.




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NAB Show Moves Into the FAST Lane With Main Stage Session

Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show will focus on the rapidly growing FAST TV business in "Fast Channels and Furious Growth," a Main Stage session open to all attendees on April 17 at 2:30 p.m. at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Leaders in streaming and digital distribution will discuss their strategies to harness the worldwide audience's appetite for free, ad-supported television, which hit revenues of roughly $4 billion in the U.S. last year and is projected to triple over the next five years.




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PILOT Announces Winning Teams for 2023 Innovation Challenge

Washington, D.C. -- PILOT, the technology innovation initiative of the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), today announced Backlight, Hour One and TSV Analytics as the winners of the 2023 PILOT Innovation Challenge. The winners will receive a trip to the 2023 NAB Show, April 15–19, in Las Vegas, with exhibit space on the convention floor in which to demonstrate their products to potential customers, investors and partners.




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Twelve Representatives, One Senator Added as Cosponsors of Local Radio Freedom Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Twelve members of the House of Representatives and one senator have added their support to a resolution opposing "any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge" on local broadcast radio stations. The Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA), which signals the opposition of members of Congress to any potential legislation that imposes new performance royalties on broadcast radio stations for music airplay, now has 167 cosponsors in the House and 21 in the Senate.




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"ABC's Wide World of Sports" Named 2023 NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame Inductee

Washington, D.C. -- Long-running sports anthology series "ABC's Wide World of Sports" will be inducted into the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Broadcasting Hall of Fame at the 2023 NAB Show as this year's television inductee. The show, which aired on ABC from 1961-1998, will be honored at NAB Show during the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame Ceremony on the Main Stage, held April 17 in Las Vegas, Nev.




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Jesse Kobayashi to Detail Cloud-Based Collaboration at 2023 NAB Show

Washington, D.C. -- Jesse Kobayashi, VFX producer on "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power," will take the NAB Show Main Stage on April 16 to discuss how Blackmagic Design, Company 3 and AWS collaborated to create an entirely cloud-based infrastructure for conform, color-grading and delivery on one of the largest television shows in history.




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CineCentral to Spotlight Emerging Cinematic Trends and Techniques at 2023 NAB Show

Washington, D.C. -- The new CineCentral destination at the 2023 NAB Show gives attendees an opportunity to learn side-by-side with Hollywood's award-winning production professionals and gain skills with hands-on training inspired by NAB’s Cine Consortium. CineCentral is located in Central Hall (C7345) and adjacent to the Create Experiential Zone featuring sessions on Cine+Live, the burgeoning live production style where cinematic tools and storytelling is integrated into live entertainment. Additional workshops will be presented by American Cinema Editors, American Society of Cinematographers, International Cinematographers Guild/Local 600 and The Society of Camera Operators.




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NAB Show Main Stage Session Uncovers 'How to Win an Oscar' with a Fully Remote Creative Team

Washington, D.C. -- The 2023 NAB Show will host an intimate conversation with the creative team behind the Academy Award-winning animated short film, "The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse," on Sunday, April 16 at 2:00 p.m. on the Main Stage, open to all attendees. "How to Win an Oscar With a Fully Remote Creative Team" will feature visual artists for the production, which first aired in December 2022, on the BBC, to more than seven million live viewers.




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NAB Launches New “We Are Broadcasters” Ad Campaign

The National Association of Broadcasters today announced the launch of new spots focused on the enduring value of local broadcasting and the commitment of TV and radio stations across the country to deliver trusted information in convenient, modern and familiar ways.




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2023 NAB Show Leads Guided Exploration of Future Evolution of the Internet

Washington, D.C. -- The 2023 NAB Show will lead a collaborative, immersive and interactive exploration of the transformative impact Web3 and other internet advances are having on the media and entertainment industry on April 15-19 at the Last Vegas Convention Center. Educational programming, hands-on demonstrations, special events, networking sessions and dozens of exhibitors on the show floor will explore the next generation of the internet and its potential to unlock new opportunities in the content lifecycle.




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Brett Goldstein to Discuss Creative Process Behind Award-Winning Content on NAB Show Main Stage

Washington, D.C. -- Award-winning actor, writer and producer Brett Goldstein will take NAB Show into his process in creating compelling content that resonates with audiences and that has made him one of Hollywood's most sought-after multihyphenates in a fireside chat on April 17 at 4:00 p.m. on the Main Stage of the 2023 NAB Show in Las Vegas, Nev.




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NAB Show and AWS Select Creative Visions as Recipient of Proceeds from Inaugural Excellence in Sustainability Awards

Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show launched a new awards program in 2023 to recognize individuals, companies and products/services for outstanding innovations in media technology that promote conservation and reusability of natural resources and foster economic and social development. The NAB Show Excellence in Sustainability Awards will be presented during a special ceremony on the Main Stage at NAB Show on April 16, 2023, at 3:30 p.m. in Las Vegas. Prior to the awards ceremony, and open to all show attendees, the “Why Sustainability In Media Matters” panel will feature a discussion among industry leaders on sustainability in media today, and what it means for the future.




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"60 Minutes" to Receive Insight Award from Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at 2023 NAB Show

Venerated television news magazine “60 Minutes” will receive the second annual Insight Award from the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation (LABF) during the Welcome Session at the 2023 NAB Show on April 17 in Las Vegas, Nev. The award recognizes the iconic program’s 55-year history of excellence in broadcast journalism.




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NAB Files Amicus Brief Asking Court to Fix Broken FCC Process

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- NAB filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit today supporting the challenge by Standard General, TEGNA and CMB Media Group to the Federal Communications Commission’s decision to designate their transaction for an administrative hearing. This decision was made by career FCC staff nearly a year after the applications were filed and on bases entirely outside the Commission’s jurisdiction. The decision unlawfully threatens future investment in local broadcast stations and harms the public.




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NAB Show Brings Hollywood Closer to Home With Main Stage IMAX Panel

Washington, D.C. -- March 31, 2023 -- The NAB Show will host IMAX on its Main Stage to highlight how the big screen entertainment technology company is going beyond viewer expectations for streaming experiences. "IMAX Beyond the Big Screen" at 5 p.m. on April 16 showcases how IMAX's signature movie-magic technology, combined with best-in-class devices and streaming platforms like Disney+, transport fans beyond the big screen to experience epic content in the home while preserving filmmaker intent and vision.




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NAB Statement on Senate Introduction of Journalism Competition and Preservation Act

In response to the introduction of the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act (JCPA) in the Senate, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Show Hosts 4th Global Next Gen Broadcasting Conference in Partnership with Korea Radio Promotion Association

The 2023 NAB Show will host the 4th Global Next Gen Broadcasting Conference, co-produced by NAB and the Korea Radio Promotion Association (RAPA) on Sunday, April 16 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm PT in Room W208/209 in the Las Vegas Convention West Hall.




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NAB Launches “Depend on AM Radio” Campaign

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today a new campaign highlighting the importance of AM radio in the car for news, community engagement, entertainment and vital public safety information. The campaign includes a website with a grassroots call to action and new tools for stations to highlight the importance of AM radio. NAB is urging all radio stations to participate in reminding listeners what makes AM radio unique.




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NAB Show Focuses on Inclusion for Its Third Annual Diversity Symposium

Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show will host its third annual NAB Diversity Symposium, open to all attendees, from April 16-17, at the 2023 NAB Show in Las Vegas. Designed to help broadcast organizations develop corporate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategies and embrace diversity in media and the workplace, this year's symposium will focus on inclusion.




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NAB Applauds Bipartisan Senate Letter to FCC on NEXTGEN TV

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A bipartisan group of 27 U.S. senators, led by Sens. Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Todd Young (R-IN), sent a letter today to Federal Communications Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel urging the Commission to take an active role in expediting the continued rollout of the Next Generation TV standard, also known as ATSC 3.0. With over 60% of Americans in range of a Next Gen TV signal, the senators note that, “a successful ATSC 3.0 transition should be a priority of the FCC going forward to ensure that local broadcasters can continue to best serve their communities as a trusted source of local news.”




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NAB Promotes Josh Miely to Vice President, Content Design and Development

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters today announced the promotion of Josh Miely to vice president of Content Design and Development within the organization's Global Connections and Events department – the team that produces NAB Show. Miely will assume the role on April 27 and report to NAB Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Global Connections and Events Chris Brown.




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NAB Show Invites HBO's 'The Last of Us' Creative Team to Discuss Series' Artistic Direction

NAB Show will host a session presented by American Cinema Editors that highlights the incredible creative forces behind HBO's "The Last of Us." In "American Cinema Editors Present HBO's The Last of Us," from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. on Sunday, April 16, the series' executive producer Craig Mazin and members of the creative team will discuss the meticulous art of editing, cinematography, visual effects (VFX) and sound behind the hit series.




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NAB Show Goes LIVE With Daily Coverage of Global Broadcast, Media and Entertainment Marketplace

Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show will partner with Broadcast Beat Studios to run a live remote-production broadcast from the Show Floor that will air internationally over the internet. NAB Show LIVE will run each day of the 2023 NAB Show, April 15-19, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. PDT (9 a.m.-2 p.m. PDT Wednesday) in Las Vegas, Nev., creating an immersive experience for viewers who want to see exhibitor interviews, demos, new product spotlights, Experiential Zone experiences, and other on-floor events.




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Ashley Nicole Black to Moderate 'A Conversation With Brett Goldstein' on NAB Show Main Stage

Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show today announced that two-time Emmy-award winning writer, actress and comedian Ashley Nicole Black will moderate a fireside chat with actor, writer, producer and all-around multihyphenate Brett Goldstein. In "A Conversation with Brett Goldstein," on the NAB Show Main Stage Monday, April 17, at 4 p.m., Goldstein will discuss his multifaceted creative career, how he balances his various roles, and his process for creating compelling content.




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NAB Show Welcomes More Than 160 Countries to Centennial Celebration

Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show today announced that representatives from more than 160 countries outside the United States have registered to attend the 2023 NAB Show in Las Vegas, April 15-19. As part of its centennial celebration, the 2023 NAB Show aims to share the lasting memories and experiences from international visitors as they reflect on 100 years of innovation.




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FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel to Speak at 2023 NAB Show

Washington, D.C. -- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel will address broadcasters and those from all corners of the media and entertainment industry at NAB Show, April 17, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nev. The Chairwoman’s remarks will take place on NAB Show’s main stage following a “fireside” chat between NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt and Univision’s Gabriela Teissier at 9 a.m. PT.




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NAB Leadership Foundation Announces Recipients of the 2023 Celebration of Service to America Awards

WASHINGTON, DC -- The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) today announced the recipients for the 2023 Celebration of Service to America Awards, which recognize local broadcasters’ outstanding service to their communities. Category winners will be honored at the awards ceremony on June 6, 2023, at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.




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NAB Show Puts a Spotlight on ATSC 3.0 and Connected Cars

Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show today announced it will host dedicated sessions on ATSC 3.0 adoption and connected cars at the 2023 event in Las Vegas, April 15 -19. Sessions will cover the growing landscape of ATSC 3.0 and the interaction, immersion and connectivity this technology brings to the media and entertainment industry. Industry experts will also discuss revenue opportunities offered by connected car listening data and how cutting-edge connected car technologies are bridging the gap between artists and radio listeners.




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Opening Session of NAB Broadcast Engineering and IT Conference Shines Light on a Bright Future for Broadcasting

LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- The Opening Session of the 77th NAB Broadcast Engineering and Information Technology (BEIT) Conference began at NAB Show 2023 today, celebrating new advancements in broadcasting technology and services.




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NABA Report on Hybrid Radio, Metadata and Service Providers to Be Unveiled at NAB Show

LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- NAB Show today announced that a new report from the North American Broadcasters Association (NABA) on hybrid radio, metadata and service providers will be unveiled during the Broadcast Engineering and IT Conference (BEITC) session "Broadcasters and Hybrid Radio – It's All About the Metadata" on April 16 at 10 a.m. An expert panel will discuss the report, "Insights on Hybrid Radio and Metadata for Broadcasters," as well as the changing automotive media and entertainment landscape and the service providers helping broadcasters create a great media experience with metadata in the car.




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NAB President and CEO Discusses State of the Broadcast Industry at NAB Show 2023

Las Vegas, Nev. -- During the Welcome Session at NAB Show 2023 today, NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt spoke with Univision Los Angeles' Gabriela Teissier in a fireside chat about the state of the broadcast industry. LeGeyt discussed a wide range of topics, including:




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NAB Releases New Spots for Broadcasters for "Depend on AM" Campaign

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters today released new radio spots and digital ads highlighting the importance of AM radio in the automobile. These tools include a direct call to action for consumers to contact Congress and will further enhance NAB's advocacy efforts to keep AM radio in the car dashboard.




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NAB Show Announces Recipients of Excellence in Sustainability Awards

LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- NAB Show today announced the recipients of the newly launched Excellence in Sustainability Awards during a live awards ceremony on April 16 at the 2023 NAB Show in Las Vegas. The awards recognize individuals, organizations, and products/services for outstanding innovations in media technology that promote conservation and reusability of natural resources and foster economic and social development. The awards program is supported by Amazon Web Services (AWS).




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FCC Chairwoman Announces Future of Television Initiative

Today the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) launched the Future of Television Initiative, as announced by Federal Communications (FCC) Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel. The Future of Television Initiative is a public-private partnership to ensure a smooth transition to ATSC 3.0 for broadcasters, other associated industries and, most importantly, the American public. NAB will establish and lead this effort with industry, government and public interest stakeholders to establish a comprehensive roadmap for an orderly and expeditious transition to this exciting new viewer experience.




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Attendance Announced for Centennial NAB Show

LAS VEGAS -- April 18, 2023 -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today preliminary registered attendance of 65,013 for the 2023 NAB Show, the centennial celebration of the world's premiere convention for the broadcasting media, entertainment and technology industries.




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NAB Show Announces Winners of the 2023 Product of the Year Award

LAS VEGAS -- April 18, 2023 -- NAB Show today announced the winners of the fifth annual Product of the Year Awards during a live awards ceremony on April 18 at the 2023 NAB Show in Las Vegas. The awards recognize some of the most significant and promising new products and technologies exhibited at the 2023 NAB Show in the Create, Connect and Capitalize categories.




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2023 NAB Crystal Radio Award Winners Announced

Las Vegas, Nev. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced the 10 winners of the 36th annual NAB Crystal Radio Awards. Since 1987, the NAB Crystal Radio Awards have recognized radio stations for their exceptional year-round commitment to community service. The 2023 NAB Crystal Radio Award recipients listed below were chosen from 50 previously announced finalists.




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NAB Urges Federal Court to Require FCC to Act on Delayed Broadcast Ownership Review

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) filed a petition for mandamus in federal court today seeking to require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to expeditiously complete its long-pending 2018 quadrennial review of broadcast ownership rules.




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NAB Board Election Results Announced

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters has announced the results of the 2023 NAB Radio and Television Board of Directors elections. The two-year terms of the elected board members will begin in June 2023.




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NAB Opens 2023 Marconi Radio Awards Nomination Window

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that the 2023 Marconi Radio Award nomination window is now open through May 31. Established in 1989 and named for inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, the Marconi Radio Awards recognize overall excellence and performance in radio.




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NAB Leadership Foundation to Honor JPMorgan Chase With Corporate Leadership Award

The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) today announced JPMorgan Chase as the recipient of the 2023 Corporate Leadership Award. The award will be given during the 2023 Celebration of Service to America Awards, presented by Bonneville International and Hearst Television and held in Washington, D.C., on June 6 at The Anthem.




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NAB Statement on Introduction of the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Sens. Ed Markey (MA), Ted Cruz (TX), Tammy Baldwin (WI), Deb Fischer (NE), Ben Ray Luján (NM), J.D. Vance (OH), Bob Menendez (NJ) and Ricker Wicker (MS), and Reps. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Bruce Westerman (AR-4), Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-7), Rob Menendez (NJ-8) and Maria Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-3), introduced legislation today in response to some automakers taking AM radio out of their new vehicles. The bipartisan, bicameral AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act directs the Secretary of Transportation to ensure consumer access to AM radio in all vehicles.




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NAB Leadership Foundation Kicks off Inaugural Emerson Coleman Fellowship

WASHINGTON, DC -- The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation’s (NABLF) inaugural Emerson Coleman Fellowship class met for the first time in-person at Hearst Tower in New York City last week. During the opening session, program participants had the opportunity to participate in TV upfronts, hear from industry executives and attend a live taping of the Tamron Hall show.




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NAB Statement on FCC Nominations

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the nomination of Anna Gomez to serve on the Federal Communications Commission, and the renominations of Commissioners Geoffrey Starks and Brendan Carr, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Statement on Ford’s Decision to Keep AM Radio in Automobiles

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the announcement that Ford Motor Company has reconsidered removing AM radio from future vehicles in the U.S. and will now include the technology in their newer model cars, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Show Announces Winners of NABiQ

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Winning projects have been announced for NABiQ, a revolutionary networking series focused on advanced technology solutions held at the 2023 NAB Show, April 15 – 19, 2023 in Las Vegas. Winners were selected for challenges related to NAB Show’s content pillars of Create, Connect and Capitalize as well as Intelligent Content.