WASHINGTON,
D.C.-- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai will keynote
the Radio Luncheon at the 2017 Radio Show on Wednesday, September 6. The Radio Show,
produced by the National
Association of Broadcasters (NAB) and the Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB), will be held September 5-8
at the JW Marriott in Austin, Texas.
Designated
FCC chairman by President Donald Trump in January 2017, Pai subscribes to a
regulatory philosophy centered on innovation, investment, creating better
products and services, lowering prices, job creation, and economic growth. He
had previously served as commissioner at the FCC, appointed by President Barack
Obama and confirmed unanimously by the United States Senate in May 2012.
During his
time at the FCC as both a commissioner and chairman, Pai has been a champion on
radio issues, including revitalizing the AM band, cracking down on pirate
operations, supporting radio’s role during emergencies, and clearing outdated
and onerous regulations.
“Throughout
his tenure at the FCC, Ajit Pai has recognized time and again the indispensable
role that local radio plays in communities across America,” said NAB President
and CEO Gordon Smith. “We look forward to hearing first-hand his plans for
strengthening free and local broadcasting.”
Additional
information about the 2017 Radio Show is available here.
News media
registration is available here.
About
the Radio Show
The 2017 Radio Show, produced by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB)
and the Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB), will be held September 5-8 in Austin.
This year's show brings radio broadcasters and industry colleagues together to
share knowledge, discover the latest innovations, network with industry leaders
and explore creative business strategies for the digital age. To learn more
about the 2017 Radio Show, visit www.radioshowweb.com.
About NAB
The National Association of Broadcasters is the premier advocacy association
for America's broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in
legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and
innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities,
strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age.
Learn more at www.nab.org.
About
RAB
The Radio Advertising Bureau serves more than 6,000 member Radio stations in
the U.S. and over 1,000 member networks, representative firms, broadcast
vendors, and international organizations. RAB leads and participates in
educational, research, sales, and advocacy programs that promote and advance
Radio as a primary advertising medium. Learn more at www.rab.com.
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