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March 31, 2023

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1. Download and Air New We Are Broadcasters Spots

Reporter in a hurricane

Celebrate more than a century of broadcasting and remind lawmakers of broadcasting's enduring value with our new We Are Broadcasters television and radio spots.

  • 📺 📻 Download our new spots today and air them as often as possible, particularly during times when your members of Congress are in their district offices.

2. NAB to Court: Correct the FCC's Mistake

Hands holding out microphones

NAB has filed in federal appeals court asking the federal judiciary to step in and correct the Federal Communication Commission's (FCC) mistake in designating Standard General's proposed acquisition of TEGNA for a hearing before an administrative law judge.

  • While NAB does not typically advocate for or against specific transactions involving broadcast companies, the Commission's handling of this merger has exposed major flaws in the current system.
  • We must create a more transparent, fair and predictable environment that allows broadcast companies a meaningful chance to compete in the marketplace and continue serving the public. Read NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt's statement here.

3. "Ted Lasso" Star Coming to NAB Show's Main Stage

Brett Goldstein

Award-winning actor, writer and producer Brett Goldstein will offer insight into what it takes to grab audiences' attention in a world of near-unlimited platforms, channels and programming in a fireside chat on April 17 at 4 p.m. on the Main Stage of the 2023 NAB Show in Las Vegas, Nev.

  • Register now: NAB members get the best rates on conference passes.

4. Build Broadcasting's Future at NAB Show

Investing in the next generation of broadcast leaders

While you're taking in the best of today's broadcasting at NAB Show, contribute to the future of the industry with a donation to the NAB Leadership Foundation's Future Leaders Fund.

  • You will be able to donate to the fund at any register in the food court or bookstore at the Show.
  • Your support will ensure the Foundation can continue to develop leaders, advance diversity and highlight the community service initiatives of our industry.

5. Develop Your DEI Strategy at NAB Show

NAB Diversity Symposium

Join us for the annual NAB Diversity Symposium, a two-day forum designed to help broadcast organizations develop corporate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategies and embrace diversity in media and the workplace. It's part of the comprehensive lineup for broadcasters at the 2023 NAB Show.

  • Explore more DEI-focused programs at the 2023 NAB Show and be sure to check out the TV and Radio Broadcasters' Guide to NAB Show.

There's more: Don't miss the Small and Medium Market Radio Forum, powered by Marketron, on Saturday, April 15. Check out the full schedule and RSVP now to receive a code for $150 off your NAB Show Conference pass.

NAB members get the best rates on the NAB Show conference pass. Register today!


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6. NAB on the Move

CMA "Music on the Hill" panelists

Representing broadcasters' voices, NAB's Executive Vice President of Government Relations Shawn Donilon joined other leading advocates for a "Music On the Hill" panel at the Country Music Association's board meeting in Washington, D.C. Pictured here are Donilon, RIAA CEO Mitch Glazier, SoundExchange CEO Mike Huppe, DiMA CEO Garrett Levin, NMPA Executive Vice President and General Counsel Danielle Aguirre, Universal Music Group Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Government Relations Amy Isbell and BMI Vice President of Government Relations Michael Collins.


7. Member Benefit of the Month: TriNet HR Solutions

Tri Net

TriNet offers small and medium-size broadcast members access to full-service HR solutions and big company benefits like health, life and even pet insurance.

  • Learn about TriNet's offerings while you're attending the 2023 NAB Show. The TriNet team will be available onsite to meet with NAB members to discuss how they can help stations navigate HR complexities. Stop by the TV and Radio HQ in West Hall to discuss your options with the TriNet team in-person.

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