AG reporter retires after more than 40 years
An agricultural reporter from northeast Wisconsin is retiring after more than 40 years. Mike Austin came to the Fox Valley in 1978 and began doing agricultural reports on both radio and TV in Green Bay. He served that last 17…
Vetterkind renews CAE credential
WBA President and CEO Michelle Vetterkind has earned renewal of her Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential through the American Society of Association Executives. The CAE credential is the marker of a committed association professional who has demonstrated the wide range…
La Movida named finalist for national award
Spanish-language radio station La Movida (WLMV) in Madison was named a Station of the Year finalist for the 2019 Medallas de Cortez awards at the Radio Ink Hispanic Radio Conference. The awards were given out on Tuesday at a ceremony…
Jowett Fellowship supports training for photographers
The Rick Jowett Fellowship was established in 2017 by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation to support educational opportunities for photographers and videographers who work in media in Wisconsin. Recipients of the fellowship can use the grant for professional development in…
Toolbox restocked for WBA Summer Conference
Throughout my time with the WBA and as a founding member of the WBA’s Young Professionals group, I’ve always been outspoken about my belief in continuing education as a foundation for a successful career. As the world around us evolves…
Winter can’t stop YOU, our Wisconsin broadcasters
We’re proud to say that you, our valued Wisconsin broadcasters, haven’t let this winter’s extreme cold and unrelenting snow slow you down. Our member stations are certainly working hard to keep your listeners and viewers safe while at the same…
Most powerful medium ever invented
I look forward to the opportunity to serve the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association as your Chair this year. I have been blessed to work in the broadcast business for the bulk of my career and I have been fortunate to not…
Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The March/April issue of the Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. You can download it here. Highlights from his issue: WBA Chair Steve Lavin says radio and TV are the most powerful advertising mediums ever invented. WBA President and CEO…
Antigo radio host dies
The host of a morning radio show in Antigo has died. Gary Hartl hosted the WATK Breakfast Club. During his career he served as DJ, news director, and salesman at WRLO/WATK. He was also a car salesman for Parsons of…
