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The MAB Points of Excellence program is an exciting opportunity for members to earn rewards by actively engaging with MAB events, services, and initiatives throughout 2025. Points can be redeemed for significant discounts on entry fees for the prestigious Broadcast Excellence Awards, helping stations save while participating in this celebrated industry recognition. With activities ranging from webinars and inspections to volunteer opportunities and community contributions, members have numerous ways to earn points. Join us in celebrating excellence and innovation while maximizing the benefits of your MAB membership!

Overview

  • Program Duration: January – November 2025.
  • Purpose: Earn points by participating in MAB events, initiatives, and member services. Points can be redeemed for discounts on the following year’s Broadcast Excellence Awards entry fees.
  • Discount Value: 5 points = $25 off entry fees, with a maximum of 100 points ($500) per individual station annually.

Key Rules

  • Self-Reporting: Stations must report points using their assigned Member ID Number.
    • Member ID must be provided during program/service registration.
    • Points are reviewed monthly, and quarterly reports are sent to station groups.
  • Redemption:
    • Each station (call letter) can redeem up to 100 points annually.
    • Points are transferrable within the same Member ID group but not between different groups or owners.
    • Points do not roll over into the following year.
  • Participant Responsibility:
    • Contestant managers should ensure all team members include their Member ID Number during registrations.

Important Notes

  • Member ID Number:
    • Critical for tracking points. Include it in all forms and registrations.
    • This number can be found on your 2025 MAB Member Cards or by emailing us [mab @ michmab.com]
  • Point Allocation Example:
    • A regional group earning 220 points could allocate them across stations as follows:
      • 50 points to WMAB-FM (10 discounted entries).
      • 100 points to WAAA-AM (20 discounted entries).
      • 70 points to WZZZ-FM (14 discounted entries).
MAB Member Services & Events
  • Alternative Broadcast Inspection Program (ABIP):
    • 10 points per station, per inspection.
    • CLICK HERE to learn more and request an ABIP
  • EnStar Energy Audit:
    • 5 points per audit (stations in one building are grouped).
    • CLICK HERE to request an energy audit.
  • Site Safety Assessment:
    • 5 points per assessment (stations in one building are grouped).
    • CLICK HERE to request a site safety assessment.
  • Cyber Security Assessment:
    • 5 points per assessment (stations in one building are grouped).
    • CLICK HERE to request a cyber security assessment.
  • Career Fair Participation:
    • 5 points per table registered.
    • CLICK HERE to see a list of upcoming career fairs.
  • Paid In-Person Event Registrations:
    • 1 point per person, per event.
    • Summer Leadership Conference:
      • "Full Conference" registrants earn 3 points.
      • "Awards Dinner Only" or "Conference Only" registrants earn 1 point.
    • CLICK HERE to view the MAB’s calendar of events.
Training and Volunteering
  • P1 Learning & Ten Minute Trainer Monthly Webinars:
    • 2 points per live webinar participation, per person.
    • MAB will receive a monthly report outlining which members from Michigan participated live in their webinar(s) each month.
      • Your Member ID is  not needed in the P1 platform for participation.
    • CLICK HERE to create an account.
  • 3rd Thursday Webinars:
    • 1 point per registrant.
    • CLICK HERE to review the upcoming webinars and register for each one.
  • Awards Judging:
    • 5 points per judge, per competition.
    • When judging opportunities arise, volunteer forms will be distributed via the MAB e-newsletter.
  • Media Academy Volunteering:
    • 2 points per person.
    • Assist the MAB by volunteering at the Great Lakes Broadcast and Sports Media Academy as a speaker or helper.
    • MAB will include member numbers when registering volunteers for the event.
Contributions and Nominations
  • Newsletter Submissions:
    • 5 points per accepted article (community service, station news, etc.).
    • CLICK HERE to submit an article.
  • Traffic Directors Day Nominations:
    • 2 points per nomination form.
    • A form will be circulated to general managers ahead of National Traffic Directors Day in early November.
  • MAB Foundation Donations:
    • 1 point per $25 donated in a single transaction.
    • If sending a check, include your member number in the memo line.
    • CLICK HERE to make a donation to the MAB Foundation.
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