RAB Board of Directors Elects New Directors for 2027

NEW YORK — Sept. 28, 2026 — On Sept. 23-24, RAB held its Fall Board of Directors meeting in Cleveland, Ohio. During the meeting, a new slate of officers and directors was unanimously approved.

Newly Elected Officers:

• Chair: Rob Babin, Cox Media Group
• Vice Chair: Scott Sutherland, Bonneville International
• Treasurer: Julie Koehn, Lenawee Broadcasting Company
• Secretary: Jenny Nelson, Audacy
• Immediate Past Chair: Erik Hellum, Townsquare Media

“RAB plays a vital role in bringing our industry together to address the opportunities and challenges ahead for radio,” said Rob Babin. “I am honored to serve as Board Chair and look forward to working alongside our board members, RAB leadership and industry partners to champion radio’s unique value, strengthen our industry and drive continued growth.

Joining the RAB Board of Directors are Kevin LeGrett, Beasley Media Group; Greg Davis Jr., Davis Broadcasting; Trip Savery, Curtis Media Group; and Peter Tanz, Midwest Communications Inc.

Additionally, Linnae Young, chief revenue officer, Salem Media Group, has been appointed to RAB’s Executive Committee.

RAB’s 2027 Executive Committee includes:

• Rob Babin, Cox Media Group, chair
• Scott Sutherland, Bonneville International, vice chair
• Julie Koehn, Lenawee Broadcasting Company, treasurer
• Jenny Nelson, Audacy, secretary
• Erik Hellum, Townsquare Media, immediate past chair
• Hartley Adkins, iHeartMedia
• Kristin Cantrell, Seven Mountains Media and CapCity Communications
• Duane Davis, All Pro Broadcasting
• Chris Forgy, Saga Communications
• Ginny Hubbard, Hubbard Media That Connects
• Mike Hulvey, RAB
• Jenny Nelson, Audacy
• Christine Travaglini, Katz Radio Group
• Bob Walker, CUMULUS MEDIA
• Jeff Warshaw, Connoisseur Media
• Linnae Young, Salem Media Group

For a full list of RAB’s Board of Directors, visit RAB.com.

About RAB

RAB is the not-for-profit trade association dedicated to advancing America’s radio broadcasters. In support of its members, RAB focuses on driving revenue by promoting radio in all its forms. RAB enhances professional skills with services, resources and continuous training opportunities while supporting programs to attract and retain talent across the industry.

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