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Rick Sarata Joins WILX as General Sales Manager

May 12, 2023

WILX Media has hired Rick Sarata to lead the sales department as General Sales Manager. He will join the station starting Monday, May 22. Sarata has spent his career in sales and leadership for both television and radio and brings a wealth of experience including a deep knowledge of the Lansing/Jackson market.

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SBE & Ennes Educational Foundation Trust Offering Scholarship Opportunities

May 12, 2023

As an organization involved in the broadcast industry, you very likely know someone who would be interested in applying for one of these scholarships. You’re invited to share the information about the Ennes Scholarships with them.

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WCSX-FM Celebrates the 45th Anniversary of “Stranger in Town” with “Seger de Mayo”

May 12, 2023

On May 5, Beasley Media Group’s 94.7 Classic Rock WCSX-FM marked the 45th anniversary of Rock and Roll Legend Bob Seger’s landmark album “Stranger in Town” with “Seger de Mayo”!

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MAB Member Benefit Spotlight

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Energy Audits

MAB members may utilize Enstar Energy to provide energy audits.  MAB members who have used EnStar’s services have averaged refunds of $6,500 plus an annual savings of approximately $2,000.

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Site Safety Assessments

In an effort to help provide protection to broadcasters in Michigan, the MAB and Michigan State Police Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Desk are partnering to help broadcast stations ensure safety for their staff and facilities by offering Station Site Safety Assessments that will evaluate and make practical recommendations of security operations at broadcast stations.

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Alternative Broadcast Inspections

The Alternative Broadcast Inspection Program (ABIP) is a unique partnership between the MAB and the FCC to ensure compliance with federal regulations and to avoid surprise inspections. Stations that pass the inspection receive a three-year Certification of Compliance.

 

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.

Michigan Broadcast Engineering Conference

February 25-26
JW Marriott, Grand Rapids

Join us for the Michigan Broadcast Engineering Conference, an unmissable opportunity for broadcast engineers to network, learn, and honor excellence in our field. This event brings together broadcasters, engineers, station managers, and industry partners for the iconic Beer and Bull networking reception—a chance to connect with peers and industry leaders. Attendees will dive into insightful sessions on the latest in broadcast engineering and innovation, culminating in the prestigious Carl E. Lee Engineering Excellence Award presentation. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate, collaborate, and elevate your broadcast engineering expertise!

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