english NAB Statement on FCC Proposal for Regulatory Fees for Fiscal Year 2022 By nab.org Published On :: 3 Jun 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In response to the Federal Communications Commission's proposed regulatory fee rates for Fiscal Year 2022, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: Full Article
english FEMA Administrator Highlights Important Role of Broadcasters During Disasters By nab.org Published On :: 1 Jun 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) released a new NAB Podcast episode today featuring a discussion between NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell about the importance of emergency preparedness. Their conversation highlighted how broadcasters help disaster relief agencies prepare, inform and serve local communities during this year’s hurricane and wildfire seasons. Full Article
english NAB Statement on Passing of William O’Shaughnessy By nab.org Published On :: 31 May 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the passing of Whitney Global Media Owner William O'Shaughnessy, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: Full Article
english NAB Show Announces Winners of NABiQ Innovation Challenge By nab.org Published On :: 26 May 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- Winning projects have been announced for NABiQ, a new networking series focused on innovation and held at the 2022 NAB Show, April 23 – 27, 2022 in Las Vegas. Winners were selected for challenges related to NAB Show’s content pillars of Create, Connect and Capitalize. Full Article
english Renowned Chef and Humanitarian José Andrés to Receive Service to America Leadership Award By nab.org Published On :: 24 May 2022 00:00:00 EST 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. Full Article
english In Surprise Ruling, FCC Denies Request for Extension of FM Booster Stations Comment Deadline By nab.org Published On :: 24 May 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the Federal Communications Commission denied a joint request by NAB and NPR for a two-week extension of the comment deadline in a proceeding on FM broadcast booster stations. The following statement can be attributed to NAB Chief Legal Officer Rick Kaplan: Full Article
english NAB Leadership Foundation Announces Host and Celebrity Presenters for Celebration of Service to America Awards By nab.org Published On :: 19 May 2022 00:00:00 EST 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. Full Article
english NAB Launches “The Best of NAB Show Amplified” By nab.org Published On :: 16 May 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced the launch of “The Best of NAB Show Amplified,” a collection of recorded sessions from the 2022 NAB Show, held April 23 – 27, 2022, in Las Vegas, is now available for purchase to stream through video-on-demand. Full Article
english NAB Leadership Foundation Now Accepting Applications for Technology Apprenticeship Program By nab.org Published On :: 12 May 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- The NAB Leadership Foundation (NABLF) is now accepting applications for the 2023 Technology Apprenticeship Program (TAP) through June 15. The program is designed to train, inform and recruit a diverse workforce that meets the technology and engineering needs of the broadcast community. Full Article
english NAB Leadership Foundation to Honor GEICO with Corporate Leadership Award By nab.org Published On :: 5 May 2022 00:00:00 EST The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) today announced it will honor GEICO with the 2022 Corporate Leadership Award during the 2022 Celebration of Service to America Awards. The award will be presented during an in-person ceremony on June 7. Full Article
english NAB Opens 2022 Marconi Radio Awards Nomination Window By nab.org Published On :: 3 May 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that the 2022 Marconi Radio Award nomination window is 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. Full Article
english NAB Statement on ACA Connects President and CEO Matt Polka Stepping Down By nab.org Published On :: 2 May 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to ACA Connects President and CEO Matt Polka stepping down, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: Full Article
english Alex Siciliano Joins NAB as Senior Communications Strategist By nab.org Published On :: 2 May 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that Alex Siciliano has joined the organization as senior communications strategist, effective April 27. Siciliano reports to NAB Chief of Staff and Executive Vice President of Public Affairs Michelle Lehman. Full Article
english Attendance Announced for 2022 NAB Show By nab.org Published On :: 27 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Las Vegas, Nev. -- The National Association of Broadcasters announced today preliminary registered attendance of 52,468 for the 2022 NAB Show, the world’s largest annual convention for broadcasters and the broader media, entertainment and technology industries. Full Article
english NAB Show Announces Winners of 2022 Product of the Year Award By nab.org Published On :: 26 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Las Vegas, Nev. -- NAB Show today announced the winners of the fourth annual Product of the Year Awards during a live awards ceremony on April 26 at the 2022 NAB Show in Las Vegas, Nev. The awards recognize the most significant and promising new products and technologies exhibited for the first time at the 2022 NAB Show. Full Article
english 2022 NAB Crystal Radio Award Winners Announced By nab.org Published On :: 26 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced the 10 winners of the 35th annual NAB Crystal Radio Awards. Since 1987, the NAB Crystal Radio Awards have recognized radio stations for their year-round commitment to community service. The 2022 NAB Crystal Radio Award recipients listed below were chosen from 50 previously announced finalists. Full Article
english Curtis LeGeyt Delivers State of the Industry Address at 2022 NAB Show By nab.org Published On :: 25 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Las Vegas, Nev. -- National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt delivered his inaugural State of the Industry address during the 2022 NAB Show. Full Article
english NAB Statement on Passing of Former Sen. Orrin Hatch By nab.org Published On :: 23 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the passing of former Sen. Orrin Hatch, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: Full Article
english NAB Leadership Foundation Announces Finalists for 23rd Annual Celebration of Service to America Awards By nab.org Published On :: 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST 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. Full Article
english NAB Board Election Results Announced By nab.org Published On :: 19 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters has announced the results of the 2022 NAB Radio and Television Board elections. The two-year terms of the elected board members will begin in June 2022. Full Article
english NAB Opens State-of-the-Art Media Production Facility at Headquarters Building By nab.org Published On :: 18 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today the completion of a new state-of-the-art media production facility at NAB's headquarters, located at 1 M Street, SE in Washington, D.C. The buildout of the facility, including a studio and media hub, was made possible by donations of critical equipment and studio design services from leading companies in the business of content creation and management. Full Article
english NAB PILOT Develops Transmitter Identification Resource for NextGen TV Stations By nab.org Published On :: 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- PILOT, the innovation wing of the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), today announced the development of a NextGen TV Transmission ID (TxID) table for voluntary use by broadcasters using the ATSC 3.0 transmission standard. The table and TxID codes can be used to identify individual transmissions for testing, measurement, interference identification and other differentiation purposes. Full Article
english NAB Show Ready to Welcome Exhibitors, Delegations from Around the World By nab.org Published On :: 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show the world’s largest annual conference for broadcast , entertainment and technology professionals, will host attendees from 154 countries and exhibiting companies from 38 nations at the 2022 NAB Show, held April 23 – 27 in Las Vegas, Nev. Full Article
english NAB Cine Consortium Leads Cine Live Discussion at NAB Show By nab.org Published On :: 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show’s Cine Consortium revealed its new Cine Live program featuring sessions focused on cinematic storytelling experiences in live production. Open to all NAB Show badge holders, Cine Live will take place in the new Create Inspiration Theater in Central Hall. The hour-long sessions kick off daily April 24 – 27 at 10:45 a.m. Full Article
english Ashleigh Banfield to Interview Lester Holt in NAB Show Main Stage Session By nab.org Published On :: 12 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST 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. Full Article
english FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel to Hold Fireside Chat at 2022 NAB Show By nab.org Published On :: 11 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel and National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt will participate in a fireside chat on the NAB Show Main Stage on April 25, 2022 at 10 a.m. in Las Vegas, Nev. Full Article
english NAB Statement on House Judiciary Committee Passage of PRESS Act By nab.org Published On :: 7 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to yesterday's passage by the House Judiciary Committee of H.R.4330 - Protect Reporters from Exploitative State Spying Act (PRESS Act), which would establish protections for journalists at the federal level regarding the revelation of their confidential sources except in defined circumstances such as threats to national security, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: Full Article
english NAB Show Surpasses 900 Exhibitors as Industry Returns to Face-to-Face Business By nab.org Published On :: 6 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show attendees will navigate a convention floor featuring some of the world’s leading brands and companies, as well as first-time exhibitors and innovation zones showcasing the most cutting-edge advancements changing the broadcast, media and entertainment industries. The 2022 NAB Show will run April 23–27 at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC). Full Article
english NAB Statement on Retirement of Fred Upton By nab.org Published On :: 5 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to announced retirement by Rep. Fred Upton (R-MI-6) upon the completion of the current congressional term on January 3, 2023, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: Full Article
english NAB Show Takes Content Creators Behind the Scenes of Hit Film, Television Productions By nab.org Published On :: 1 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST 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. Full Article
english Sophi.io Joins NAB PILOT Broadcast Innovation Coalition By nab.org Published On :: 29 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- Sophi.io, a suite of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered solutions that help content publishers identify and leverage the value of their content, has joined PILOT, an initiative of the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) bringing together a coalition of innovators, educators and advocates dedicated to advancing broadcast technologies and cultivating new media opportunities. Full Article
english Television Network Affiliate Groups to Hold Meetings at 2022 NAB Show By nab.org Published On :: 28 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST 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. Full Article
english LeVar Burton to Receive Inaugural Insight Award from Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at 2022 NAB Show By nab.org Published On :: 24 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- Actor, director and educator LeVar Burton will receive the first-ever Insight Award from the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation (LABF) in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to broadcasting, history and American culture. Burton will be honored during the NAB Show Welcome on Monday, April 25 in Las Vegas, Nev. Full Article
english NAB Show Announces #GALSNGEAR Women’s Leadership Summit By nab.org Published On :: 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- #GALSNGEAR, in partnership with the National Association of Broadcasters, will host an in-person Women’s Leadership Summit and other content and networking events at the 2022 NAB Show in Las Vegas, Nev.. #GALSNGEAR® works to ensure women in media, entertainment and technology gain visibility, as well as facilitates high-level learning and networking opportunities at industry events. Full Article
english NAB Show Launches Web3 National Advisory Council By nab.org Published On :: 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST 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. Full Article
english Cody Rigsby to Detail His “Work Hard, Play Hard” Philosophy in NAB Show Main Stage Session By nab.org Published On :: 22 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- Social media star and fitness instructor Cody Rigsby will discuss his focus on making exercise fun and Peloton’s impact on the multi-billion-dollar fitness industry during an NAB Show Main Stage session titled “You’re Doing Great, Boo: A Conversation With Cody Rigsby” on Tuesday, April 26 at 3:30 p.m. in Las Vegas, Nev. Full Article
english NAB Statement on Senate Commerce Committee Passage of Low Power Protection Act By nab.org Published On :: 22 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the Senate Commerce Committee of the Low Power Protection Act, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: Full Article
english NAB Launches On-Air Campaign Opposing Performance Fee on Local Radio By nab.org Published On :: 21 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Radio Board of Directors voted unanimously on Friday, March 18 to approve an on-air campaign to educate listeners on the significant harm of legislation that would impose a performance fee on broadcast radio. Full Article
english NAB Show Symposium to Tackle Diversity, Equity and Inclusion By nab.org Published On :: 17 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) will host a Diversity Symposium on Sunday, April 24 from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the 2022 NAB Show in Las Vegas. The symposium, designed to help broadcast organizations develop corporate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategies and embrace diversity in media and the workplace, is open to all NAB Show attendees. Full Article
english Bobby Caldwell Appointed to NAB Radio Board of Directors By nab.org Published On :: 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – Bobby Caldwell, owner and CEO of East Arkansas Broadcasters, has been appointed to the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Board of Directors by Radio Board Chair Bill Wilson, in accordance with NAB by-laws. The appointment is effective immediately. Full Article
english Application Window Open to Showcase Innovative Startups at 2022 NAB Show By nab.org Published On :: 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- NAB Show is currently accepting applications from startup companies to feature their innovative products and solutions on the industry’s largest stage for media, entertainment and technology at the 2022 NAB Show, held April 23–27 in Las Vegas, Nev. Full Article
english NAB Marconi Radio Awards to Take Place at NAB Show New York in October 2022 By nab.org Published On :: 10 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today the presentation of the 2022 NAB Marconi Radio Awards, honoring radio stations and on-air personalities for excellence in radio broadcasting, will take place during a special dinner program at NAB Show New York on October 19, 2022 at the Javits Center. Full Article
english PILOT Announces Winning Teams for 2022 Innovation Challenge By nab.org Published On :: 8 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- PILOT, the technology innovation initiative of the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), today announced the three winners of the 2022 PILOT Innovation Challenge. Winners will receive relevant mentorship, feedback, travel support and exhibit space at the 2022 NAB Show, held April 23–27 in Las Vegas, Nev. Full Article
english 'The Price Is Right' to Be Inducted Into NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame By nab.org Published On :: 2 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- Iconic game show “The Price Is Right”, which airs on CBS and is produced by Fremantle, is the 2022 television inductee into the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Host Drew Carey and executive producer and showrunner Evelyn Warfel will accept the award at The Achievement in Broadcasting Awards on the NAB Show Main Stage on April 24 at 4:30 p.m. in Las Vegas, Nev. Full Article
english NAB Statement Opposing the Broadcasting of Russian-Sponsored Programming By nab.org Published On :: 1 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine by Russia, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: Full Article
english Local Broadcasters Gather for 2022 NAB State Leadership Conference By nab.org Published On :: 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 EST WASHINGTON, D.C. – 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. The convention featured speeches from several members of Congress about issues affecting the broadcasting industry and preparations for attendees’ meetings with legislators and regulators on Tuesday. Full Article
english NAB Announces Recipients of 2022 Engineering Achievement Awards By nab.org Published On :: 23 Feb 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that Xperi Corporation’s Ashruf El-Dinary and Capitol Broadcasting Company’s Peter Sockett are the recipients of the 2022 NAB Engineering Achievement Awards. They will be recognized at the 2022 NAB Show, held April 23–27 in Las Vegas. Full Article
english NAB Announces 2022 Digital Leadership Award Honoree By nab.org Published On :: 23 Feb 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that Jeremy Sinon, vice president of Digital Strategy for Hubbard Radio, is the recipient of the 2022 Digital Leadership Award. Sinon will be recognized at the 2022 NAB Show, held April 23–27 in Las Vegas. Full Article
english NAB Announces 2022 Crystal Radio Award Finalists By nab.org Published On :: 22 Feb 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters announced the 50 finalists for the 35th annual NAB Crystal Radio Awards. Full Article
english NABiQ Places Innovation at Center of NAB Show’s Networking Opportunities By nab.org Published On :: 18 Feb 2022 00:00:00 EST Washington, D.C. – The 2022 NAB Show will feature NABiQ, a new networking series focused on innovation. Taking place April 23 – 27, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nev., each NABiQ challenge will relate to NAB Show’s content pillars: Create, Connect and Capitalize. Full Article