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Broadcasters collect their WBA Awards for Excellence
Radio and television stations from across Wisconsin came together Saturday to celebrate their award-winning work at the 2026 Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards Gala. The awards were handed out at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton with 350 in attendance. Competition for this year’s awards was as strong as ever with 1,322 award entries. A total…
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WBA Foundation announces date for gubernatorial debate
The WBA Foundation Board will continue its 36-year tradition of holding statewide televised debates for Wisconsin’s voters by airing a general election debate in the 2026 Wisconsin gubernatorial race. Qualifying gubernatorial candidates will be invited to participate in a debate on Oct. 9 at 7 p.m., hosted by Milwaukee PBS. Radio and television stations from…
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4 to be inducted into WBA Hall of Fame in June
The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation is proud to announce the 2026 WBA Hall of Fame inductees: Dave Magnum has turned a network of radio stations into a second generation legacy in Wisconsin. Kelly Radandt’s broadcasting career reflects a rare blend of strategic leadership, compassion, and unwavering dedication to people and community. Jeff Tyler’s career stands…
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4 to be honored as Local Broadcast Legends
Four Wisconsin broadcasters are 2026 WBA Local Broadcast Legends. Randy Allen, an on-air presence with deep knowledge of country music and unwavering professionalism which has made him a trusted companion to listeners throughout the Green Bay, Appleton, and Oshkosh markets. Dave Luczak, the voice Milwaukee woke up to, becoming one of the most trusted and enduring…
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WBA 75th anniversary Summer Conference agenda released
The preliminary agenda is now available for your WBA’s Summer Conference celebration of the association’s 75th anniversary will be held June 17-18 at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva. Registration is also open. The registration deadline is May 28. The hotel booking deadline is May 25. Speakers for this year’s conference include: Keynote: Curtis…
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Be an ‘I’ll Do It’ person
Of the thousands of “How to Succeed in Business” books, mine would be the shortest. One chapter, three words: “I’ll do it.” If you want to succeed, it’s that simple. Be an “I’ll do it” person. I’ve seen evidence time and time again of how those three tiny words can change an organization. In fact,…
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Springtime means renewal for your WBA
This spring is a spring we’ve been waiting for for such an oh so long time. Since 2020, we’ve been waiting for the day when we could bring back our beloved in-person events. These events are about more than just the agendas. They’re about connection, which is something particularly important to broadcasters. The easing of…
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WBA Awards Gala photos available now
Thank you to everybody to came to the WBA Awards Gala to celebrate the great work broadcasters did in 2021. It was a great event! We now have photos from the event to share with you. Here’s a sampling: This year we’re making all the photos from our photographer available to you to…
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Broadcasters should focus on retention, reinvesting, reimagining
Broadcasters take great pride in keeping our communities informed and entertained, even during the most difficult of environments. Like for many businesses, the past two years has been challenging. The financial stability of our broadcast stations was challenged, yet our unwavering public responsibility as a “first informer” won out. Radio and television stations throughout Wisconsin…
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WBA slate of officers, directors announced
The WBA Nominating Committee has set a slate of officers and directors for consideration by the WBA general membership. As provided by WBA by-laws, Lupita Montoto, La Movida Radio, Madison, the current WBA Vice Chair and Chair-Elect, will automatically be elevated to the position of Chair of the Board at the 2022 WBA General Membership…
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Walker Broadcast Management Institute returns to UW campus
The Walker Broadcast Management Institute returned to the UW Madsion campus in April after a two-year break because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s instructors were Steve King on leadership, Moses Altsech on customer service, and Tom Walker on financial management for broadcasters. The keynote speaker was Binu Palta Hill, the Assistant Dean for Diversity…
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Weekly Radio Addresses focus on Wisconsin businesses
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol are about Wisconsin businesses. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Republican radio address, Sen. Dan Feyen says Gov. Tony Evers’ vetoes hurt Wisconsin businesses. The Fond du Lac Republican slams…
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Dunn marks 30 years on WMMM
Kitty Dunn recently marked 30 years on the air at 105.5 Triple M (WMMM) in Madison. Dunn started in 1992 as an afternoon news personality and advertising copywriter. In 1993, she moved to the morning show, where she’s been ever since. As a junior in high school, Dunn was hired as a reporter for WFHR-WWRW…
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Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The May/June issue of the Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. You can download it here [PDF]. Highlights from his issue: WBA Chair Don Vesely writes about retention, reinvesting, and reimagining WBA President and CEO Michelle Vetterkind looks ahead to upcoming events WBA slate of officers, directors is announced WBA participates in return to revitalized…
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Milwaukee journalist named WBA Young Professional of the Year
A multimedia journalist at WTMJ-TV in Milwaukee is the WBA’s 2022 Young Professional of the Year. James Groh was the highest ranked of the five young broadcasting professionals recognized this year for making a significant impact on their stations and communities. The group was selected from a group of nominees ranked by a subcommittee of…
