Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches
Comprehensive Industry Recruitment Campaign
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MAB Welcomes 900+ to Second Annual
Great Lakes Broadcast and Sports Media Academy
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Ring! Ring! Ring! Ring! Ring! It’s the Olympics Calling!
Earlier this year, we posted updated guidelines about engaging in or accepting advertising or promotions that directly or indirectly allude to the Super Bowl without a license from the NFL or the Final Four Tournament without a license from the NCAA. See here, here and here. Now, it is time to think about these issues in the context of the 2024 Paris Olympics!
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Midwest Family’s WQLQ-FM Flips to Alternative
RadioInsight has reported (7/24) that Midwest Family Broadcasting has flipped its WQLQ-FM (Benton Harbor/South Bend) from CHR to Alternative. The publication notes that station, positioned as “The Alternative”, is “spotlighting artists including The Killers, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Weezer, and Pearl Jam.”
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August 15 Is the Effective Date of Requirements for Foreign Government Certifications for Political Issue Advertising and Paid PSAs
The FCC this week issued a Public Notice announcing the effective date of certain portions of the FCC Order released in June adopting changes to its requirements that broadcasters obtain certifications from buyers of program time on their stations that the sponsors are not foreign governments or agents of those governments.
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MAB Member Benefit Spotlight
Mark Your Calendar
The MAB hosts events for all Michigan broadcasters throughout the year both in-person and online. Along with the continuing education opportunities, the MAB connects broadcasters with chances to network and celebrate during awards ceremonies. Keep track of the MAB opportunities on the events calendar.
Webinar: Navigating Legal Issues Involving Sales Contests & Sweepstakes
August 18, 2024
1-2 p.m. Eastern
With Charlie Kadado and Brian Wassom, Warner Norcross + Judd LLP
- Ensure your promotions are legally sound with insights into the laws and regulations governing contests and sweepstakes.
- Learn practical strategies and tips for structuring your contests and sweepstakes to minimize legal risk.
75th Anniversary Celebration & Summer Leadership Conference
August 13, 2024
Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island
The Michigan Association of Broadcasters invites members and industry partners to the MAB's 75th Anniversary Celebration at Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, August 13, 2024. This marquee event includes the MAB's Annual Business Meeting, Awards Banquet Dinner, leadership engagement sessions, a look back at the Associations' rich 75-year history, and a look at what's to come.
