Program aimed at increasing diversity in broadcasting
November 4, 2009Eva Henninger, NAB, 202-429-5481 or ehenninger@nab.org
| WHO: |
The National Association of Broadcasters Education Foundation (NABEF) and House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (D-SC) will celebrate the Broadcast Leadership Training Program’s (BLT) 10th anniversary during a cocktail reception held at the U.S. Capitol. The event will include:Featured guest: House Majority Whip James Clyburn (D-SC)Emcee: Leon Harris, ABC anchorman, WJLA-TV evening newsCurrent BLT class, graduates, sponsors and faculty (comprised of FCC staff, communications attorneys, members of the banking community and academic faculty) |
| WHAT: |
The 10th Anniversary of theBroadcast Leadership Training Program Aimed at increasing diversity in broadcasting, the Broadcast Leadership Training (BLT) program focuses on the process of assessing, purchasing, owning and operating radio and television Radio Station s. Established by the NAB Education Foundation in 2001, the program is designed for senior level broadcast radio and television managers seeking to advance as group executives or Radio Station owners. To encourage diversity in broadcasting, NABEF offers fellowship opportunities to women and people of color. |
| WHEN: |
Wednesday, November 4, 20096:00 – 7:30p.m. – Cocktail Reception |
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U.S. Capitol, Room HC5(South Entrance, Independence Ave) |