The National Association of Broadcasters is ushering in a new era, with former exec Curtis LeGeyt replacing former Oregon Sen. Gordon Smith as president and CEO.
Smith, who served two terms as a Republican in the Senate, had guided the major lobbying organization for 12 years. He has shifted to an advisory and advocacy role with the Nab. The passing of the baton occurred last Saturday, January 1, following an initial announcement last spring.
LeGeyt, who had been chief operating officer of the Washington, D.C.-based trade group, steps into the top role with a few issues on members’ minds. Among them are new rounds of industry consolidation amid the streaming boom and the rollout of Atsc 3.0, a new set of technology features aimed at enhancing station broadcasts with higher-quality audio and video as well as interactive functionality.
LeGeyt has been with Nab for almost 10 years, and was previously senior counsel...
Smith, who served two terms as a Republican in the Senate, had guided the major lobbying organization for 12 years. He has shifted to an advisory and advocacy role with the Nab. The passing of the baton occurred last Saturday, January 1, following an initial announcement last spring.
LeGeyt, who had been chief operating officer of the Washington, D.C.-based trade group, steps into the top role with a few issues on members’ minds. Among them are new rounds of industry consolidation amid the streaming boom and the rollout of Atsc 3.0, a new set of technology features aimed at enhancing station broadcasts with higher-quality audio and video as well as interactive functionality.
LeGeyt has been with Nab for almost 10 years, and was previously senior counsel...
- 1/3/2022
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
Dennis Wharton, the long-serving chief spokesman for the National Association of Broadcasters, will retire in July.
Wharton, who has been with the organization for 24 years, will continue to serve as a senior adviser to Nab president and CEO Gordon Smith. Following Wharton’s retirement, Nab will combine its communications and marketing departments into a new Public Affairs department, which will be led by Michelle Lehman. Lehman has served as executive vice president of Marketing since joining Nab in 2006.
Ann Marie Cumming will serve as senior vice president of communications, and will take over Wharton’s role as the primary spokesperson of the organization. Jen Jose, who has been with Nab since 2007, will serve as senior vice president of public affairs, overseeing all messaging, digital and public service activities of the organization.
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“Dennis is a fervent...
Wharton, who has been with the organization for 24 years, will continue to serve as a senior adviser to Nab president and CEO Gordon Smith. Following Wharton’s retirement, Nab will combine its communications and marketing departments into a new Public Affairs department, which will be led by Michelle Lehman. Lehman has served as executive vice president of Marketing since joining Nab in 2006.
Ann Marie Cumming will serve as senior vice president of communications, and will take over Wharton’s role as the primary spokesperson of the organization. Jen Jose, who has been with Nab since 2007, will serve as senior vice president of public affairs, overseeing all messaging, digital and public service activities of the organization.
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“Dennis is a fervent...
- 5/5/2020
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
The National Association of Broadcasters is restructuring its marketing and communications operations as veteran spokesman Dennis Wharton plans to retire on July 1 after a 24-year run.
Wharton will remain a consultant and senior adviser to the Nab, a Washington-based lobbying organization known for staging events like the Nab Show. The massive confab is one of the largest annual conventions held in Las Vegas.
“Dennis is a fervent advocate for local broadcasting and his dedication to Nab and the broadcast industry cannot be overstated,” Nab President and CEO Gordon Smith said. “Journalists, broadcasters and colleagues alike value his extensive insight on industry-related issues and appreciate the enthusiasm and good humor he brings to his work. We wish Dennis all the best and are fortunate to have him stay on as an adviser to Nab.”
As Wharton transitions to his new role, the Nab plans to merge its communications and marketing groups...
Wharton will remain a consultant and senior adviser to the Nab, a Washington-based lobbying organization known for staging events like the Nab Show. The massive confab is one of the largest annual conventions held in Las Vegas.
“Dennis is a fervent advocate for local broadcasting and his dedication to Nab and the broadcast industry cannot be overstated,” Nab President and CEO Gordon Smith said. “Journalists, broadcasters and colleagues alike value his extensive insight on industry-related issues and appreciate the enthusiasm and good humor he brings to his work. We wish Dennis all the best and are fortunate to have him stay on as an adviser to Nab.”
As Wharton transitions to his new role, the Nab plans to merge its communications and marketing groups...
- 5/5/2020
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
Dennis Wharton, the long-serving executive and chief spokesman for the National Association of Broadcasters, will retire from his post in July after 24 years with the trade organization that represents TV and radio station owners.
Wharton has served as chief spokesman for Nab since 1996. Before the Nab he spent 13 years as a Washington, D.C.-based correspondent for Variety. Wharton will continue to serve as a special advisor to Nab president-ceo Gordon Smith after his retirement.
Smith hailed Wharton’s skill and commitment to the job of advocating for the needs of hundreds of broadcasters around the country. Wharton is deeply respected among journalists who cover TV and telecom policy matters for his straightforward style and his natural understanding of the reporting process.
“Dennis is a fervent advocate for local broadcasting and his dedication to Nab and the broadcast industry cannot be overstated,” said Smith. “Journalists, broadcasters and colleagues alike value...
Wharton has served as chief spokesman for Nab since 1996. Before the Nab he spent 13 years as a Washington, D.C.-based correspondent for Variety. Wharton will continue to serve as a special advisor to Nab president-ceo Gordon Smith after his retirement.
Smith hailed Wharton’s skill and commitment to the job of advocating for the needs of hundreds of broadcasters around the country. Wharton is deeply respected among journalists who cover TV and telecom policy matters for his straightforward style and his natural understanding of the reporting process.
“Dennis is a fervent advocate for local broadcasting and his dedication to Nab and the broadcast industry cannot be overstated,” said Smith. “Journalists, broadcasters and colleagues alike value...
- 5/5/2020
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
Okay, so in the four loved-themed films from Australia’s iteration of Tropfest featured below, there’s self-amputation, a killer boyfriend, two somewhat creepy kids, and an Amour-style old couple. But deep down, all of the films are about love — and as we all know, sometimes it hurts, literally. In honor of Valentine’s Day (a holiday with somewhat bloody beginnings — St. Valentine himself was supposedly a martyr after all), we have four short film entries that you can watch below: Marry Me, The Mistake, Boo, and The News.
Tropfest, which was founded in Sydney, Australia 20 years ago, narrows down...
Tropfest, which was founded in Sydney, Australia 20 years ago, narrows down...
- 2/14/2013
- by Laura Hertzfeld
- EW.com - PopWatch
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