Radio
Chip Ehrhardt named Chief Sales Officer Lazer Media
Lazer Media announced the promotion of Chip Ehrhardt to the position of Chief Sales Officer. Ehrhardt will take charge of overseeing the sales efforts for the company.
Radio Ink’s Hispanic Radio Conference Develops First-of-Its-Kind Hispanic Radio Alliance
At last year's year’s Radio Ink Hispanic Radio Conference, which took place June 14-15 in Miami, a common theme was the fact that Hispanic radio can deliver incredible value for advertisers and partners yet remains largely undervalued. For example, according to Nielsen “94% of all Latinos ages 18 and over listen to AM/FM radio on a monthly basis, compared to 59% of all streaming music services.” This led to calls for the establishment of a new grassroots local coalition aimed at bringing awareness of the importance of Hispanic radio among advertisers and agencies up and down Main Street and beyond. This new entity, which is represented by key stakeholders across several parts of the industry, will be called the Hispanic Radio Alliance.
Nueva Network renews nationally syndicated “CHIQUIBABY SHOW”
Nueva Network, a Spanish Language media company, announced they renewed their Affiliation and Sales agreement with “Chiquibaby Show.” The nationally syndicated show airs in over 100 US Spanish Language Radio Stations across the US.
The Board of Directors of Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) Vote for Raúl Alarcón to Assume the Title and Responsibilities of President of the Corporation
In the recent departure of Albert Rodriguez - President & COO of Spanish Broadcasting (SBS), the Board of Directors of SBS proposed and voted to have Raúl Alarcón add and resume the duties of President of Spanish Broadcasting System.
AM/FM Radio Advertising Generates Significant Sales And Profit Growth
Peter Field’s latest blockbuster study released in the U.K. is called The Long and the Short of It – 10 Years On: Radio’s Enduring Role in Effectiveness. This consequential new study lays out hard evidence for how AM/FM radio drives significant lifts in market share, pricing power, sales, profits, and ROI.
Nueva Network renews Los Jefes nationally syndicated sports show with Alvaro Morales
Nueva Network, a Spanish Language media company, 100% Minority Owned and Operated announced today they renewed their Affiliation and Sales agreement with ESPN’s sports commentator Alvaro Morales and his radio show “Los Jefes.”
Solmart Media acquires Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Market Full Power AM Radio Station with FM Radio Translator
A Regional Mexican format now greets listeners of WTWD 910 AM, licensed to Plant City and its 102.1 FM translator licensed to Lakeland.
Less Is More: Reduce Audio Ad Copy Word Count And Improve Effectiveness
A major new study finds the lower the audio word count per minute, the greater the brand standout, which in turn increases campaign web response.
Radio Works to Drive Business Forward
Tapping into radio's loyal, attentive, and social audience yields a boost to the bottom line
Entravision appoints Jack Randall as Executive Vice President of Political and Strategic Sales
Entravision Communications Corporation announced the hire of Jack Randall as Executive Vice President of Political and Strategic Sales, effective November 13, 2023. In his new role, Mr. Randall will lead the development and execution of high-impact sales strategies tailored specifically for the political and advocacy sector.
New Hispanic Marketing Challenge to increase the targeting of US Hispanic in English & Digital: 75% of Hispanics speak Spanish, and it’s important to note that not all have any proficiency with the language.
Read the title again to clearly understand the positioning point brought forth in an article by The Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB) and RadioMatters.org. 75% of Hispanics speak Spanish, and it’s important to note that not all have any proficiency with the language.
AM/FM Radio Ratings Continue To Beat TV Among Persons 18-49
According to Nielsen’s Total Audience Report from Q3 2022, AM/FM radio ratings accomplished something few could have foreseen when they beat TV among persons 18-49.
Why Radio Can’t Afford To Ignore The Multicultural Majority
This week, the Hispanic Marketing Council unveiled It’s Time: The Growing Power of the Multicultural Majority. This research reveals that non-Hispanic whites (NHW) between the ages of 13 and 49 are now more influenced by Hispanic, Black, and Asian cultures than ever before. This pivotal shift has important implications for radio, audio, and audio advertising industries as they navigate an increasingly multicultural audience. Courtesy of Radio Ink
Spanish Broadcasting System files $64M lawsuit against default buyer of its Mega TV Operations
The lawsuit alleges that after nearly a year of discussions, negotiations, due diligence and the execution of numerous purchase agreements and extensions, VOZ failed to close the transaction after a series of deceptive delays, resulting in significant financial, legal and reputational harm to SBS.
The pace of progress 2024 Media Trends [REPORT]
In the swiftly evolving world of media, maintaining a competitive edge is paramount, and dentsu's 2024 media trends report equips you for what lies ahead. For 14 years, dentsu's annual media trends report has been the industry's most sought-after trend forecast. Download the report now to prepare yourself for the future.
Google honors Raoul A. Cortez’s 118th Birthday with a Doodle
Google's Doodle celebrates Mexican American broadcaster and activist Raoul A. Cortez, who pioneered Spanish-language media in the United States by founding the first full time Spanish language radio and television stations in the country. This was the beginning of our US Hispanic Media Industry.
Eduardo Caballero inducted into Radio Hall of Fame for 2023
The Museum of Broadcast Communications announced the selection of 12 new Legends inductees into the Radio Hall of Fame for 2023, recognizing the talents and efforts of on-air personalities, programmers and operators who contributed with greatness to the radio industry and have since passed away.
Mercedes Delgado promoted to CRO of Univision Miami
Univision Miami announces the appointment of Mercedes Delgado to Regional Chief Revenue Officer for the Miami Region. Under this capacity, Mercy will lead all facets of the region’s sales operations, inclusive of its multimarket unit and local sales teams for both TV and Digital, in addition to radio for the Miami market.
Hemisphere Media Group acquires WKAQ AM and KQ105 FM from TelevisaUnivision in Puerto Rico
Hemisphere Media Group announced that it completed its acquisition of WKAQ AM and KQ105 FM from TelevisaUnivision. Concurrently with the closing of this latest transaction, Hemisphere is launching WAPA Media. This multiplatform media company is the first-of-its-kind and will be the leading media company in Puerto Rico.
