NAB Statement on Increase in Violence Against Asian Americans and March 16 Shootings in Atlanta

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters announced Charlyn Stanberry has joined the organization as vice president of Government Relations, effective today. Stanberry will report to Shawn Donilon, executive vice president of Government Relations.

WASHINGTON, DC -- The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation announced today the finalists for the 2021 Celebration of Service to America Awards, recognizing outstanding community service by local broadcasters. One winner from each category will be announced during the Celebration of Service to America Awards program.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – David Santrella, president of Broadcast Media for Salem Media Group, was elected chairman of the NAB Joint Board of Directors, NAB announced today. Santrella takes over from Jordan Wertlieb, president of Hearst Television, Inc., whose term expired.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to recent incidents of violence involving broadcast journalists, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith:

Washington, D.C. -- National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Executive Vice President of Global Connections and Events Chris Brown today issued the following letter to the NAB Show community regarding health and safety plans for the 2021 NAB Show:

Washington, D.C. -- Anna Chauvet has joined the National Association of Broadcasters as vice president of Public Policy, effective today. Chauvet will report to Shawn Donilon, executive vice president of Government Relations.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced the hire of Bradford Caldwell as vice president of Member Experience. Caldwell, who starts on February 1, will report to Executive Vice President of Industry Affairs April Carty-Sipp.

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- New National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt shared his vision and outlook for the organization and the broadcasting industry in a virtual town hall for NAB members today. LeGeyt was joined by members of NAB’s policy team for a briefing on legislative and regulatory issues facing broadcasters, as well as an update on the association’s work to support diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the industry.

Washington, D.C. -- Former National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) President and CEO Gordon Smith will receive the organization’s Distinguished Service Award (NAB DSA) during the 2022 NAB Show in Las Vegas. Smith will receive the award – NAB’s highest honor – at the NAB Show Welcome session on Monday, April 25.

Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show, the premier event for media, entertainment and technology professionals, today announced the formation of a National Advisory Council for Web3. The Council will provide guidance and expertise on developing relevant education content around the implications of new technologies, content models and consumer behaviors driven by the next generation of the Internet. The 12-member group includes media and entertainment professionals, technology executives and platform providers from across the media landscape.

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 23 – 27, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Washington, D.C. -- The 2022 NAB Show will explore the latest technologies and techniques reinventing the storytelling process through special sessions, deep dive examinations and panel discussions. Content creators will gain exclusive insight into the creative choices and innovations behind recent hit film and television productions during NAB Show, held April 23–27 in Las Vegas, Nev.

Washington, D.C. – Award-winning journalist Ashleigh Banfield, host of “Banfield” on NewsNation, will reunite with her former MSNBC co-anchor, Lester Holt, the NBC Nightly News anchor and managing editor. Holt will join her “Rising Tide: The Value in Mentoring Others” series during the NAB Show Opening Main Stage session on Sunday, April 24 at 1:15 p.m. in Las Vegas, NV.

WASHINGTON, DC -- The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) today announced the finalists for the 2022 Celebration of Service to America Awards, which recognize local broadcasters’ outstanding service to their communities. Category winners will be announced live at the awards ceremony, which will return as an in-person event on June 7, 2022.

Washington, D.C. -- Renowned actor and television personality Mario Lopez will host the Celebration of Service to America Awards on June 7, 2022, at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. Produced by the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF), the ceremony recognizes local broadcasters’ outstanding service to their communities. The 2022 program will be held in person and professionally produced for airing later on television stations across the country.

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) will present esteemed chef and humanitarian José Andrés with the Service to America Leadership Award, the Foundation’s highest individual honor. The award, which honors an individual’s commitment to advocacy and public service, will be presented during the Celebration of Service to America Awards on June 7 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) announced the recipients of the 2022 Celebration of Service to America Awards at a gala held tonight at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. The awards were announced live and presented to recipients in eight categories recognizing local broadcasters’ outstanding service to their communities.

Washington, D.C. -- The Celebration of Service to America Awards will air nationally on over 700 local television and radio broadcast stations across the country beginning Saturday, July 9 through August 13, 2022. The one-hour television and radio special, presented by the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF), celebrates and honors local broadcasters’ commitment to public service in the communities they serve.

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters announced the promotions of four employees in its Government Relations, Technology and Legal and Regulatory Affairs departments to senior vice president, effective July 1.

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Broadcast television stations significantly increased the number of local news telecasts and hours of news content they aired over a 10-year period, according to an analysis of Nielsen data conducted by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB).

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In response to the passing of NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee Vin Scully, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to recent revisions to the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:

Washington, D.C. – Award-winning media and entertainment entrepreneur, radio personality, television host and producer Ryan Seacrest will receive the 2022 National Association of Broadcasters’ Distinguished Service Award (NAB DSA), the organization’s highest honor which recognizes those who have made a significant and lasting contribution to the American system of broadcasting. The award presentation will take place during the Marconi Radio Awards on October 19 at NAB Show New York.

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today hosted a virtual town hall to brief NAB members on advocacy and business issues facing the broadcast industry for the remainder of the year. NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt was joined by senior executives and public policy staffers to offer updates on the association’s work, priorities and initiatives.

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) will present the NAB Show New York Impact Award to two legendary radio hosts, Elvis Duran and Scott Shannon, who recently partnered on the feature-length documentary "Worst to First: The True Story of Z100." The award program will take place on Thursday, October 20 in the Content Theater at the Javits Center and is open to all attendees.

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In response to the Department of Justice adopting rules regarding obtaining information or records from members of the news media, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Leadership Foundation is now accepting entries for the 2023 Celebration of Service to America Awards. The awards competition spotlights excellence in community service by local radio and television stations across the country.

In response to the shootings of two Spectrum 13 journalists and others in Orlando, Florida, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- More than 560 local radio and television broadcasters from across the nation gathered today in Washington, D.C. for the National Association of Broadcasters’ annual State Leadership Conference (SLC). The convention, held at Washington Nationals Park, featured remarks from policymakers and briefings preparing attendees for meetings with legislators and regulators on March 1.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

WASHINGTON, DC -- The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) today announced award-winning ABC News broadcaster Gio Benitez as the host of the 2023 Celebration of Service to America Awards. The ceremony, which honors broadcasters for their outstanding commitment to public service, will be held in Washington, D.C. on June 6 at The Anthem.

WASHINGTON, DC -- Multi-hyphenate entertainer Wayne Brady will receive the Service to America Leadership Award from the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) during the Celebration of Service to America Awards on June 6 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. The award, NABLF’s highest individual citation, is presented in recognition of honorees’ charitable work and public service.

WASHINGTON, DC -- The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) honored the recipients of the 2023 Celebration of Service to America Awards tonight during a gala held at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. The awards, presented by Bonneville International and Hearst Television, honor the impact and excellence in community service and philanthropy by local radio and television stations.

NEW YORK — NAB Show and Future Media Conferences (FMC), with sponsorship by Dell Technologies, proudly announce the AI Creative Summit. This series of training events is set to teach and empower the creative industry by demonstrating how artificial intelligence (AI) tools can amplify and streamline creative workflows.

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Andy Alford, president, Broadcasting, Nexstar Media Group, Inc., and Tanya Vea, president and chief operating officer, Bonneville International Corporation, have been appointed to the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Television Board of Directors by Television Board Chair Pat LaPlatney in accordance with NAB by-laws. The appointments are effective immediately.