Bradley Gaskin Performs at Mt. Richmore in Conjunction with CRB/CRS Meetings

Jun 23, 2011 Bradley Gaskin Performs at Mt. Richmore in Conjunction with CRB/CRS Meetings

Bradley Gaskin Performs at Mt. Richmore in Conjunction with CRB/CRS Meetings (Nashville, Tenn. – June 23, 2011)  In conjunction with the CRB/CRS agenda and board committee meetings at the downtown Renaissance Hotel, Columbia Nashville artist Bradley Gaskin performed for a gathering of industry executives and CRB agenda and board members on Wednesday, June 22, at John Rich's Mt. Richmore residence in Nashville, Tenn.  Rich produced Gaskin's current single, "Mr. Bartender." Pictured below, l to r:  CRB board member/Sony Music Nashville's Skip Bishop, artist/producer John Rich, Sony Music Nashville CEO Gary Overton, Columbia Nashville artist Bradley Gaskin, CRB President Mike Culotta, CRB Executive Director Bill Mayne, Columbia Nashville's Jimmy Rector.  Photo: Kristen England. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format.  More information may be obtained at: www.CRB.org or at the CRB office at 615.327.4487. About CRS: The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the Country music industry.  Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.  CRS 2012 will be held February 22-24, 2012, in downtown Nashville, Tenn.

Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. Now Accepting CRS 2012 Agenda Committee Applications

Mar 21, 2011 Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. Now Accepting CRS 2012 Agenda Committee Applications

Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. Now Accepting CRS 2012 Agenda Committee Applications Deadline to submit application is April 1 (Nashville, Tenn. – March 21, 2011)  Following its recent success with CRS 2011, which saw a 22 percent increase in attendance, CRB, Inc.® is now accepting applications through April 1, 2011, for its 2011-2012 CRS Agenda Committee. The CRS Agenda Committee is made up of volunteer professionals from all areas of the Country radio and record industries.  The committee is primarily responsible for planning events for the upcoming year’s Country Radio Seminar.  Prospective applicants must be available to attend agenda meetings in Nashville on June 23-24, 2011.  Applicants are also expected to attend panels and meetings at CRS 2012, held Feb. 22-24, 2012. Visit www.CRB.org to download the Agenda Committee application and fax or email the completed form by April 1 to Sheree Latham at (615) 329-4492 or Sheree@CRB.org. About CRS: The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the country music industry.  Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.  CRS 2012 will be held Feb. 22-24, 2012, in downtown Nashville, Tenn. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format.  More information may be obtained at: www.CRB.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487.

CRS 2011 Attendance Jumps 22 Percent

Mar 7, 2011 CRS 2011 Attendance Jumps 22 Percent

CRS 2011 Attendance Jumps 22 Percent New CRB Officers, Board Members Announced (Nashville, Tenn. – March 7, 2011)  Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.® has announced an overall attendance figure of 2,649 registrants at CRS 2011, resulting in a 22 percent increase over last year’s event. The total number of CRS 2011 attendees was divided into 2,004 full registrants (attendees, exhibitors, panelists and sponsors) and 645 participant registrants.  Participant registrants are attendees that register for individual CRS events or purchase single day seminar passes.  Total attendance for CRS 2010 was 2,181 and CRS 2009 was 2,106. “I think this year’s attendance numbers speak directly to the success of Country Radio Seminar 2011,” says CRB Executive Director Bill Mayne.  “Since 2009, our attendance has shown a 25 percent growth, which is extremely encouraging, particularly in a struggling economy.  Our Country Radio Hall of Fame event and our New Faces show both sold out, and our panelists, speakers and talent continue to set a high standard of excellence in the Country radio industry.  We’re excited about the momentum CRS has provided for the rest of 2011 and into next year’s seminar.” Changes to the CRS Agenda Committee and CRB Board of Directors have been announced.  The newly elected CRB Board officers and CRS Agenda Committee leaders are as follows: CRB President: Mike Culotta (WQYK / Tampa, Fla.) CRB Vice President: R.J. Curtis (Country Aircheck / Nashville, Tenn.) CRB Secretary: Carole Bowen (WKIS / Miami, Fla.) CRB Treasurer: Jeff Walker (AristoMedia/Marco Promotions / Nashville, Tenn.) CRS 2012 Agenda Chair: Annie Sandor (Curb Records / Miami, Fla.) CRS 2012 Vice Chair: Clint Marsh (Talking Stick Communications / Warsaw, Ind.) “The energy at CRS this year was off the charts!” says CRS 2012 Agenda Chair, Annie Sandor. “Everyone I talked to could really feel it as well.  You saw it in the panels, the live performances and the conversations between friends.  It’s such an awesome feeling to be a part of an amazing event like Country Radio Seminar.  We’re ready to roll up our sleeves and start planning for CRS 2012 already!” Three members who were previously appointed by the CRB President have been elected back to the CRB Board of Directors.  Clarence Spalding (Spalding Entertainment / Nashville, Tenn.) and Johnny Chiang (KKBQ / Houston, Texas) were elected to 3-year terms, and Dan Halyburton (RadioTime / Palo Alto, Calif.) was elected to a one-year term. Other CRB Board members re-elected for three-year terms include: Carole Bowen, R.J. Curtis, David Haley, Clay Hunnicutt, Royce Risser, Tim Roberts and Jeff Walker. Skip Bishop (Sony Music Nashville / Nashville, Tenn.) was elected to fill a one-year term. Newly re-elected CRB President Mike Culotta also appointed three new CRB Board members: John Esposito (Warner Bros. / Nashville, Tenn.), Brian O’Connell (Live Nation / Nashville, Tenn.) and Jerry Phillips (Big River Broadcasting / Florence, Ala.). Continuing their terms on the CRB Board are: Jim Asker, Tom Baldrica, Becky Brenner, Joel Burke, Natalie Conner, John Crenshaw, Mike Dungan, Keith Kaufman, Renee Leymon, Mike McVay, Charlie Morgan, Joel Raab, Denise Roberts, John Shomby, John Zarling and Director Emeritus Charlie Monk. “CRS 2011 was a tremendous success for our Board, our attendees and the Country radio industry,” says CRB President Mike Culotta.  “From the insightful Country radio research presentation, to our CRS smartphone applications, to the new Connections Lounge, this year’s seminar integrated a lot of new ideas to ensure Country Radio Seminar remains innovative and relevant as we move forward towards next year’s CRS 2012.”  CRS 2012 will be held Feb. 22-24, 2012, at the Nashville Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn.  Visit www.CRB.org for more information about Country Radio Seminar and the Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. To view an online photo gallery of events and panels from CRS 2011, visit: www.flickr.com/AristoPR About CRS: The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the country music industry.  Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.  CRS 2012 will be held Feb. 22-24, 2012, in downtown Nashville, Tenn. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format.  More information may be obtained at: www.CRB.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487.

CRB, Inc. Announces 2010-2011 CRS Agenda Committee

Apr 26, 2010 CRB, Inc. Announces 2010-2011 CRS Agenda Committee

CRB, Inc. Announces 2010-2011 CRS Agenda Committee Committee includes 11 new members (Nashville, TN – April 26, 2010)  Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.® has announced its 2010-2011 Agenda Committee for CRS 2011, to be held March 2-4, 2011, at the Nashville Convention Center in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. The Agenda Committee is made up of volunteers from all areas of the Country radio and record industries and gathers each year to plan events for the upcoming Country Radio Seminar.  This year’s committee, which features 11 new members, will meet June 23-25, 2010, to put together the framework and topics for next year’s event. “This year, we had more people volunteering to be a part of the CRS Agenda Committee than ever before,” says Agenda Chair John Paul.  “Lots of great people from all aspects of our industry wanted to be involved, so the biggest challenge was to keep a good balance of interests between radio, records, promotions, sales, etc.  With this year’s committee we were able to do that, and I’m very excited about the caliber of people we have on board to help plan CRS 2011.” The 2010-2011 Agenda Committee for CRS 2011: Brad Austin / Madison, WI Jackie Campbell* / WUSN / Chicago, IL Karin Cupit / Nashville, TN Andy Denemark / United Stations / New York, NY Dale Desmond / KTHK / Idaho Falls, ID Jerry Duncan / Jerry Duncan Promotions / Nashville, TN Shelly Easton* / WXTU / Philadelphia, PA Keith Gale / RCA / Nashville, TN Jeff  Green* /Country Aircheck / Nashville, TN JoJamie Hahr / The Valory Music Co. / Nashville, TN Gator Harrison* / WGSQ / Cookeville, TN Chris Huff / KSCS/KTYS / Dallas, TX Jay Jennings / WYCD / Detroit, MI Lisa Juillerat*/ WLHK / Indianapolis, IN John Kijowski* / WIL / St. Louis, MO George King / WCTO / Allentown, PA Gene Kuntz / WITZ/WQKZ / Jasper, IN Kris Lamb / The Disney Music Group / Phoenix, AZ Bruce Logan / WKKT / Charlotte, NC Gary Marince* / Arbitron Inc. / Coraopolis, PA Clint Marsh / WAWC / Warsaw, IN Mandy McCormack* / Big Machine Records / Nashville, TN Sharla McCoy / McCoy & Associates / Nashville, TN Adrian Michaels / Curb / Nashville, TN Travis Moon / KAJA / San Antonio, TX Rick Murray / Premiere Radio Networks / Nashville, TN Mike O'Malley* / Albright & O'Malley / Milltown, NJ John Paul / Dial Global / Denver, CO Annie Sandor / Curb Records / Miami, FL Chad Schultz / Mozes / Nashville, TN Jenni Smythe / Girlilla Marketing / Nashville, TN John Trapane* / Capitol Records / Springs, TX John Windus* / Columbia River Media Grp / Wentcheewa, WA * Denotes new member to the 2010-2011 Agenda Committee For more information, visit www.CRB.org. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure the vitality of the Country Radio format.  More information may be obtained at: www.crb.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487. About CRS: The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the country music industry.  Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.  CRS 2011 will be held March 2-4, 2011, in downtown Nashville, Tenn.

Mar 25, 2010 CRB, Inc.® Now Accepting CRS 2011 Agenda Committee Applications

CRB, Inc.® Now Accepting CRS 2011 Agenda Committee Applications Deadline is April 1     Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.® is now accepting applications through April 1, 2010 for the 2010-2011 Country Radio Seminar Agenda Committee. The Agenda Committee is made up of volunteers from all areas of the Country radio and record industries and gathers each year to plan events for the upcoming Country Radio Seminar. Prospective applicants must be available to attend agenda meetings in Nashville on June 23 and 24, 2010.  Additionally, applicants will be expected to attend panels and meetings at CRS 2011, held March 2-4, 2011. Visit www.CRB.org to download the Agenda Committee application and fax or email the completed form by April 1 to Sheree Latham at (615) 329-4492 or Sheree@CRB.org. About CRS: The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the country music industry.  Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.  CRS 2011 will be held March 2-4, 2011, in downtown Nashville, Tenn. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format.  More information may be obtained at: www.CRB.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487.

CRS 2010 Attendance Numbers Up 3.5 Percent

Mar 1, 2010 CRS 2010 Attendance Numbers Up 3.5 Percent

New CRB Officers, Board Members Announced Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.® has announced the attendance figures for CRS 2010, reflecting a 3.5 percent increase over 2009 Country Radio Seminar attendance numbers. This year’s CRS 2010 total attendance was 2,181, with 1,576 full registrants (attendees, exhibitors, panelists and sponsors) and 605 participant registrants.  Participant registrants represent attendees that register for individual events or single day passes, but not the full three-day seminar.  Last year’s CRS 2009 total attendance was 2,106. "We are extremely pleased that CRS 2010 not only met our expectations, but exceeded them this year in many ways,” says CRB interim Executive Director Bill Mayne.  “The attendance, sponsorship, participation, and enthusiasm were especially heartening.  The level of artist talent was stellar, and the radio agenda panels were thought provoking and relevant.  We were encouraged to see the Country Radio industry really get behind this year’s seminar, and our attendance figures show that.  Every participant had the opportunity to walk away with valuable resources, relationships and ideas, and we look forward to continuing to improve the CRS experience as we move forward with this event for many more years to come.” Several changes to the CRS agenda committee and CRB board of directors have been announced, including the creation of an additional CRS Co-Vice Chair position. The newly elected CRB board officers and CRS agenda committee members are as follows: CRB President: Mike Culotta (WQYK, Tampa, Fla.) CRB Vice President: R.J. Curtis (Arista Nashville, Nashville, Tenn.) CRB Secretary: Carole Bowen (WKIS, Miami, Fla.) CRB Treasurer: Jeff Walker (The AristoMedia Group, Nashville, Tenn.) CRS 2011 Agenda Chair: John Paul (Dial Global, Denver, Colo.) CRS 2011 Co-Vice Chair: Clint Marsh (Talking Stick Communications, Warsaw, Ind.) CRB 2011 Co-Vice Chair: Annie Sandor (Curb Records, Nashville, Tenn.) “We feel it’s important to emphasize the sales side of Country radio at CRS 2011, so we have added another Vice Chair position to our agenda committee,” says Agenda Chair John Paul.  “With the addition of Clint Marsh, we now have a Vice Chair who comes from the General Manager side of things, while the other Vice Chair, Annie Sandor, comes from the label/promotion side.  With my experience in programming, we have nearly every angle of our business covered as we begin planning CRS 2011.” The newly elected CRB board members are Jim Asker (All Access, Nashville, Tenn.) and Charlie Morgan (Emmis Communications, Indianapolis, Ind.).  Both will serve three-year terms on the CRB board, along with re-elected members Becky Brenner, Joel Burke, Mike Dungan, Renee Leymon, Mike McVay, Joel Raab and John Zarling. Continuing their terms on the CRB board are: Tom Baldrica, Carole Bowen, Natalie Conner, John Crenshaw, Mike Culotta, R.J. Curtis, David Haley, Clay Hunnicutt, Keith Kaufman, Scott Lindy, Bill Macky, Michael Osterhout, Royce Risser, Denise Roberts, Tim Roberts, John Shomby, Jeff Walker and Rusty Walker. Newly elected CRB President Mike Culotta summed up CRS 2010 this way. “Wow!  What a vivacious, energetic Country Radio Seminar we had this year!  I think it proves that when we work together as an industry, even during these challenging times, there's nothing this event can't accomplish.  I've always been a huge believer in CRS, and we all need to believe in it now more than ever. Let’s continue to grow through learning and innovation, because that’s what distinguishes leaders from followers.” CRS 2011 will be held March 2-4, 2011, at the Nashville Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn.  Visit www.CRB.org for more information about Country Radio Seminar and the Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. About CRS: The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the country music industry.  Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.  CRS 2011 will be held March 2-4, 2011, in downtown Nashville, Tenn. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format.  More information may be obtained at: www.CRB.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487.

CRB, Inc. Announces 2009-2010 Agenda Committee

Apr 27, 2009 CRB, Inc. Announces 2009-2010 Agenda Committee

CRB, Inc. Announces 2009-2010 Agenda Committee Group Includes 14 New Members Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. has released the 2009-2010 Agenda Committee for CRS-41, to be held Feb. 24-26, 2010 at the Nashville Convention Center in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. The Agenda Committee is made up of volunteers from all areas of the country radio and record industries and gathers each year to plan events for the upcoming Country Radio Seminar. This year's committee will meet in July to put together the framework and topics for next year's event. "I'm so excited to roll up the sleeves and jump right into planning CRS-41. I have no doubt that with this agenda committee, we'll put together a great Country Radio Seminar," says Agenda Chair John Paul. "This is a fantastic group of industry professionals that are extremely creative, well-respected and packed full of ideas to make CRS-41 one of the best ever. You won't want to miss what this group will put together!" The 2009-2010 CRB, Inc. Agenda Committee members are: Jaye Albright / Albright & O'Malley Consulting / Bainbridge Island, WA Jim Asker / All Access / Nashville, TN Brad Austin* / WWQM / Madison, WI Cliff Blake* / Columbia / Northeast Regional Josh Brandon / WYNR, Qantum Communications / Brunswick, GA Tonya Campos / KKGO / Los Angeles, CA James Conner / WTHI, WWVR / Terre Haute, IN Karin Cupit* / UMG / Nashville, TN Andy Denemark / United Stations / New York, NY Dale Desmond* / KTHK / Idaho Falls, ID Jerry Duncan* / Jerry Duncan Promotions / Nashville, TN Keith Gale* / RCA / Nashville, TN JoJamie Hahr / The Valory Music Group / Nashville, TN Chris Huff / KSCS, KTYS / Dallas, TX Jay Jennings / WYCD / Detroit, MI Mike Kennedy* / KBEQ / Kansas City, MO George King* / KAJA / San Antonio, TX Gene Kuntz* / WITZ, WQKZ / Jasper, IN Kris Lamb* / Lyric Street / Phoenix, AZ Bruce Logan / WKKT / Charlotte, NC Clint Marsh / WAWC / Warsaw, IN Sharla McCoy* / McCoy & Associates / Nashville, TN Adrian Michaels / Curb / Nashville, TN Paul Miraldi* / Clear Channel / New York, NY Travis Moon / WUBE / Cincinnati, OH Rick Murray* / Greylock Entertainment / Nashville, TN John Paul / KUPL / Portland, OR Annie Sandor / CO5 / Miami, FL Chad Schultz / Mozes / Nashville, TN Jennie Smythe* / Girlilla Marketing / Nashville, TN * Denotes new member to the 2009-2010 Agenda Committee CRB President Becky Brenner commented on this year's committee, stating, "The Board is continually impressed by the spirit of volunteerism shown by the people in both the music and radio industry. We are excited to add 14 new members to this year's group." For more information, visit www.CRB.org. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure the vitality of the Country Radio format. More information may be obtained at: www.crb.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487. About CRS: The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the country music industry. Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.

Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. Announces New Agenda Chair, Board Members

Mar 9, 2009 Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. Announces New Agenda Chair, Board Members

Following the success of this year's CRS-40, plans are already in the works for CRS-41, to be held February 24-26, 2010 at the Nashville Convention Center. In preparation for the event, the CRB board has announced that John Paul, Program Director of KUPL Country 98.7 in Portland, Ore. will serve as Agenda Chair for the upcoming year. Serving as Vice Chair will be Annie Sandor, Marketing Director of WKIS in Miami, Fla. The CRB Board also added two new Board Members in the At-Large Category: Natalie Conner (VP, GM 92.5 WTXU Philadelphia) and Joel Raab (Consultant, Langhorn, Penn.). Also re-elected in the At-Large category were John Shomby (Max Media, Virginia Beach, Va.) and Scott Lindy (WUBL, Atlanta, Ga.). Members re-elected to the Board for three-year terms were: Mike Culotta (WQYK, St. Petersburg, Fla.), Keith Kaufman (WSIX, Nashville, Tenn.), John Crenshaw (WCOL, Columbus, Ohio), Michael Osterhout (MCC Radio, Augusta, Ga.), Tom Baldrica (Sony Music Entertainment, Nashville, Tenn.) and Denise Roberts (Nashville, Tenn.). Officers for the coming year, who also return as Board members, will be: Becky Brenner - President (KMPS, Seattle, Wash.), R.J. Curtis - Vice President (Radio & Records, Los Angeles, Calif.), Carole Bowen - Secretary (WKIS, Miami, Fla.) and Jeff Walker - Treasurer (AristoMedia/Marco Promotions, Nashville, Tenn.). Other returning Board members are: Joel Burke (KYGO, Greenwood Village, Colo.), Mike Dungan (Capitol Records, Nashville, Tenn.), Renee Fonner (WGH-FM, Virginia Beach, Va.), David Haley (Nashville, Tenn.), Clay Hunnicutt (Clear Channel, Atlanta, Ga.), Renee Leymon (Lyric Street Records, Nashville, Tenn.), Bill Macky (Stroudavarious Records, Nashville, Tenn.), Bill Mayne (Consultant, Nashville, Tenn.), Mike McVay (McVay Media, Cleveland, Ohio), Charlie Monk (Monk Family Music Group, Nashville, Tenn.), Royce Risser (UMG Nashville, Nashville, Tenn.), Tim Roberts (WYCD - CBS Radio, Southfield, Mich.), Rusty Walker (Rusty Walker Programming, Luka, Miss.) and John Zarling (Big Machine Records/The Valory Music Co., Nashville, Tenn.). Exiting from the Board this year is Kim Leslie (WJXA, Nashville, Tenn.). Additional revisions to the by-laws have created three new one-year board positions, to be filled within the next 45 days. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format. More information may be obtained at: www.CRB.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487.

CRB Announces Addition of New Board Members

Jul 25, 2008 CRB Announces Addition of New Board Members

The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. has announced the addition of three new executives to its Board of Directors. Joining the Board effective immediately are Clay Hunnicutt (Senior Vice-President of Programming, Clear Channel Atlanta), Renee' Leymon (Senior Director of National Promotions at Lyric Street Records), and Keith Kaufman (Program Director at WSIX-FM Nashville). Hunnicutt fills a term left open when KEEY's Gregg Swedburg resigned from the Board recently. Kaufman and Leymon fill two newly created at-large positions, which expire in March 2009 and March 2010, respectively. Both are serving on this year's CRS-40 Agenda Committee, as well. In announcing the new Board appointments, CRB President Becky Brenner stated, "It is always a tough vote because we have so many deserving individuals who apply to serve on the board. These three individuals have been long time supporters of the Country Radio Broadcasters and the Country Radio Seminar. Their individual talents and passion will help to lead us into our next 40 years." About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure the vitality of the Country Radio format. More information may be obtained at: www.crb.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487.

CRB, Inc. Gears Up for Board and Agenda Meetings

Jul 7, 2008 CRB, Inc. Gears Up for Board and Agenda Meetings

CRB, Inc. Gears Up for Board and Agenda Meetings 2009 CRS Celebrates 40th Anniversary (Nashville,  TN – July 7, 2008) The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.  are preparing for their annual summer Board and Agenda Committee Meetings, held July 15-17 at the Nashville  Convention Center and Nashville Renaissance Hotel. The meetings will begin preparations for the 40th annual Country Radio Seminar, held March 4-6, 2009, and create the agenda for the radio and music industry's most unique education, music and networking event. Both the Board of Directors and the Agenda Committee are focused on designing the educational elements of the seminar, but this year will also address ways to incorporate the organization's 40th anniversary and birthday celebrations into the agenda. "Each year we get a lot of excellent panel ideas sent to us in January," says WSIX's Keith Kaufman, Agenda Chairman. "Unfortunately, most people don't realize that the planning for CRS begins the previous July. Ideas are always welcome, but for CRS-40 the time for submissions is right now!" Agenda Vice-Chairman Bob Reeves of Warner Brothers Nashville adds, "We are always glad to entertain new ideas for seminars, panelists and speakers. Once again, we are confident that this year's meetings will help address the vital issues facing our industries." Anyone wishing to submit ideas or suggestions for next year's event should contact Agenda Committee coordinator Sheree Latham at sheree@crb.org. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure the vitality of the Country Radio format. More information may be obtained at: www.crb.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487. About CRS: The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the country music industry. Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.

CRB Releases CRS-40 2008-2009 Agenda Committee

Apr 28, 2008 CRB Releases CRS-40 2008-2009 Agenda Committee

CRB, Inc. has released the CRS-40 2008-2009 Agenda Committee for CRS-40. The Agenda Committee, which is made up of volunteers from the radio and record industries, gathers in Nashville every year to plan educational events for the upcoming Country Radio Seminar. "I'm very excited about the team we've assembled this year," said WSIX's Keith Kaufman who serves as the CRB Agenda Chairman. "The response was astonishing. I only wish we could triple the size of the committee. We received hundreds of ideas about sessions, panelists and speakers. I can't wait to get everyone together and begin the process of shaping this year's seminar into what promises to be the best yet." The 40th Annual Country Radio Seminar is set for March 4-6 and will take place at the Nashville Convention Center. The 2008-2009 CRB, Inc Agenda Committee members are: Jaye Albright* / Albright & O'Malley Consulting / Bainbridge Island, WA Shane Allen* / Captiol Nashville / Nashville, TN Jim Asker / All Access / Nashville, TN EJ Bernas / MCA Records / Nashville, TN Teddi Bonadies / Universal South / Nashville, TN Josh Brandon / WOWF / Crossville, TN Tonya Campos / KKGO / Los Angeles, CA James Conner* / WTHI & WVVR / Terre Haute, IN Natalie Conner* / WXTU / Philadelphia, PA Sherri Crowder / WAKG / Danville, VA Andy Denemark / United Stations / New York, NY John Fennessy* / WQYK / Tampa, FL Jay Frank / CMT / Nashville, TN Bryan Frasher / Arista Nashville / Nashville, TN JoJamie Hahr / Valory Music Co. / Nashville, TN Chris Huff / KSCS & KTYS / Dallas, TX Jay Jennings / WYCD / Detroit, MI Keith Kaufman / WSIX / Nashville, TN Rick Kelly / Marco Promotions / Nashville, TN Lynn Kite / Interep / Chicago, IL Renee Leymon / Lyric Street / Nashville, TN Bruce Logan* / WKKT / Charlotte, NC Clint Marsh* / WBYT / South Bend, IN Christie Matthews / KDXY / Jonesboro, AR Mark McKay / WGH / Virginia Beach, VA Adrian Michaels / Curb / Nashville, TN Travis Moon* / WUBE / Cincinnati, OH John Paul / KUPL / Portland, OR Bob Pickett / KASE / Austin, TX Bob Reeves / Warner Bros. / Nashville, TN Annie Sandor / WKIS / Miami, FL Chad Schultz / Mozes / Nashville, TN Paul Williams / Sony BMG / Nashville, TN * denotes new member to the agenda committee for 2008-2009 Complete information about the Agenda Committee may be obtained by contacting CRB, Inc. at 615.327.4487 or by visiting www.crb.org

CRB Releases Attendance Figures for CRS-39/New Agenda Committee Chair Named

Mar 10, 2008 CRB Releases Attendance Figures for CRS-39/New Agenda Committee Chair Named

CRB Releases 2008-2009 Agenda Committee.This years total attendance figure was 2,607, including 1,893 full registrants (including exhibitors, panelists and sponsors) and 714 participant registrants. Participant registrants attend as part of the event, but do not register for the full seminar. Those related events include the Thursday Music Industry Town Meeting and the Friday Radio Sales Day. This represents a 9% decrease over last year when the combined total was 2,865. According to CRB Treasurer, Jeff Walker of AristoMedia, "While attendance was down this year, the actual ratio of radio to music industry attendees remained almost identical to last year. Single panel registration was flat over the past two years. Given the fact that travel costs continue to rise and that uncertainty about the economy is widespread we anticipated a small decline in attendance going into the event. Given the fact that we held the early bird registration rate at the same level as last year and provided almost an additional half day of activities, we feel very positive about the continued value of the event for our registrants." Country Radio Broadcasters' President Becky Brenner further noted, "Response to this year's seminar was extremely positive from our attendees with many high points. We achieved a great balance between education and entertainment and are already looking forward to celebrating our 40th anniversary next year in a big way." In Board and Agenda news, re-elected as officers are Becky Brenner (KMPS Seattle) President; Bill Mayne Vice President; Carole Bowen (WKIS Miami) Secretary and Jeff Walker (AristoMedia/Marco Promotions) Treasurer. Bob Moody, VP Programming of Regents Communications, was newly elected to the Board. Keith Kaufman (WSIX Nashville) was named Agenda Chair for the upcoming year and Bob Reeves (Warner Bros. Nashville) was named Agenda Vice-Chair. CRS-40 will be March 4-6, 2009 at the Nashville Convention Center, Nashville, TN. For further information on CRS-39 and the Country Radio Broadcasters can be obtained by visiting www.crb.org.

CRS 39 Agenda Highlights Released by CRB, Inc.

Sep 5, 2007 CRS 39 Agenda Highlights Released by CRB, Inc.

The Board and Agenda Committee of the Country Radio Broadcasters released the following details of the Agenda for the Country Radio Seminar (CRS-39), which will be held March 5-7, 2008 at the Nashville Convention Center. Bob Richards, Program Director of WFMS Indianapolis and CRS-39 Agenda Chairman states, “This Agenda is a great example of how CRS-39 is working to meet its stated goals of providing ideas which will help the business of Country radio and Country music thrive and sustaining the country radio format as a dominant entertainment medium." The most significant Agenda change this year is the re-structuring of the Wednesday, March 5, activities and the moving of the Keynote address and opening ceremonies from its traditional Thursday morning slot to Wednesday at 10:30 AM. This change necessitated a change in the times of the Artist Radio Tape Sessions (ARTS sponsored by SESAC) which will now be held from 9:00-10:20 AM and 2:00-3:50 PM. Two panels are scheduled on Wednesday afternoon: The Country Format through the PPM Lens (sponsored by Arbitron) and The Great Debate: To Test or Not To Test. Other events on Wednesday include music label showcases (4:00-4:50 PM and 9:30-10:30 PM), KCRS-Live (sponsored by ASCAP), The Welcome Reception and the 39th Radio Olympiad (6:30-7:20 PM) and the Music City Jam™ featuring Brad Paisley and guests (co-sponsored by the Academy of Country Music and United Stations Radio Networks). Thursday’s activities are highlighted by the return on the Small Market track and the introduction of a New Technology track. The four Technology Tracks will comprise of: Bytes and Bagles (Tech 101), Growing Online, TXT-Texting as a Revenue Generator, Boom or Bust: A Look at the Hot Tech Trends. The Small Market Tracks include: Small Market Superstars and Flex Your Promo Pec’s. Other panels rounding out Thursday’s lineup include several that follow up on issues raised during this past year’s CRS (CRS-38). The issues include: The Power of Business En Espanol with author Jose Cancela, This Is Not A Test – Severe Weather Coverage Part II, 60 Seconds: An Awesome Idea Every Minute and Morning Show Marvels. Professional Development Panels are: How Do I Get To Be “That Guy,” Woman To Woman, Sonic Architecture: It Ain’t Imaging No More and  Gen X/Gen Y where Tristian Coopersmith of CAA: The Intelligence Group will present an hour long trendcast on consumer culture and branding. Thursday also features three music industry centered panels: The Charts and Beyond, I’m Just A Song: The Life of “Good Directions” and Research 101: Callout, Focus, and Music Tests. Also returning on Thursday are the ever popular WCRS-LIVE from 4:00-5:20 PM (which is co-sponsored by BMI and Country Aircheck), The Exhibit Area Networking Hour from 5:30-6:30 PM (sponsored by BMI), and the Wildhorse Saloon Showcase from 7:00-11:00 PM. Friday, March 7th kicks off a strong lineup with a Research Presentation and Talent coach Valerie Geller showcasing her “Creating Powerful Radio – Never Lost A Listener” demonstration. Returning favorites on Friday include: Raising the Bar…No Holds Barred, The Sequel; The Life of  a Legend Panel, Two Part Harmony: Making the Most of the Biggest Show in Town, and Extreme Networking (sponsored by Bullseye Marketing) Other panel highlights: Radio’s New PPM World, Voicetracking: Make It Sound Live, What Women Want and Investing In Your Future: How Radio and Records Can Break An Act. Events on Friday, March 7th include a special Managers Breakfast (8:00-8:30 AM), The New Faces of Country Music ® Cocktail Reception (5:30-6:15 PM) and at an earlier time of 6:30 PM, the New Faces of Country Music Dinner and Show (co-sponsored by Country Music Association and R&R). Luncheons over the three days will be sponsored by Curb (Wednesday), SonyBMG (Thursday), and Capitol Nashville (Friday). Exhibitor/ Trade Show areas will be open on Wednesday and Thursday. Complete listings of these panels and confirmed panelists can be found at the Country Radio Broadcasters website http://www.crb.org.  As always, the Agenda as listed is subject to modification or change as speakers and panelists are confirmed to participate. Early bird registration is available online at http://www.crb.org or by contacting the Country Radio Broadcasters offices at 615-327-4487

CRB, Inc.® Announces New Agenda Committee for CRS-39

Apr 23, 2007 CRB, Inc.® Announces New Agenda Committee for CRS-39

The Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB, Inc.) has announced the Agenda Committee for the 39th Country Radio Seminar. CRS-39 will be held March 5th through March 7th, 2008 at the Nashville Convention Center. Bob Richards (WFMS -Indianapolis, IN) is the chairman of the committee, assisted by vice-chairman Keith Kaufman (WSIX-Nashville). The Agenda Committee, made up of volunteers from the radio and record industries, will meet in Nashville in July to plan the educational component of the 2008 Country Radio Seminar. "We have assembled a very talented group for this year’s committee. The experience of those who have served before along with the talent of our new members will give CRS 39 a fresh, exciting agenda," stated Richards. The 2007 - 2008 CRB, Inc. Agenda Committee Members are: Jim Asker - All Access EJ Bernas - MCA Records Teddi Bonadies Josh Brandon - WOWF-Crossville, TN Tim Burns - WFMS-Indianapolis,IN Tonya Campos - KKGO-Los Angeles,CA Sherri Crowder - WAKG-Danville,VA Andy Denemark - United Stations Jay Frank - Yahoo! Music Bryan Frasher - Arista Nashville JoJamie Hahr - Broken Bow Records Jimmy Harnen - Capitol Nashville Chris Huff - KSCS/KTYS-Dallas,TX Jay Jennings - WYCD-Detroit,MI Rick Kelly - Marco Promotions Lynn Kite - Interep Renee' Leymon - Lyric Street Records Christie Matthews - KDXY-Jonesboro,AR Mark McKay - WGH-Virginia Beach,VA Hank McMonigle - KPLX/The Wolf-Dallas,TX Adrian Michaels - Curb Asylum Greg Mozingo - WIL-FM- St. Louis,MO John Paul - KUPL-Portland,OR Bob Pickett - KASE-Austin,TX Bob Reeves - Warner Bros. Records Annie Sandor - WPOC-Baltimore,MD Chad Schultz - Hurricane Interactive Promotions Paul Williams - Sony BMG Christy Wilson - Premiere Radio Networks