Friends of Bill Burton MAB Foundation Board Scholarship

One $1000 Scholarship Awarded

Bill Burton, former President/COO of the Detroit Radio Advertising Group (DRAG), was radio’s biggest cheerleader with a very enthusiastic attitude towards the broadcast industry. His primary responsibility was to sell radio at the decision-making level and he was individually behind an estimated $300 million in sales during his 30-year career.  Burton’s “Why Radio” sales presentation began with him laying out a piece of velvet on the desk, because what he was selling was more precious than fine jewelry.  He was known to once hire a marching band to thank a client for their business.

Burton passed away in 2014, but his positive impact on the broadcast word is still remembered today. More information about Bill Burton can be found here.

Thank You for Applying!

Thank you to all students who applied for an MAB Foundation scholarship. We are currently reviewing all applications and are inspired by the talent and passion shown by Michigan’s future broadcasters and media professionals.

Scholarship recipients will be notified in February and recognized during the Michigan Student Broadcast Awards Luncheon on March 26 at the Crowne Plaza Lansing.

We appreciate your interest in the MAB Foundation and our commitment to supporting the next generation of broadcasting professionals.