Industry News Bits TUE 6/9/26
Fundraisers this week .. UCB/Canada .. KTLF/Colorado Springs .. Rhema 99.7/AUS .. Let us know when your Station Fundraiser takes place… news@hisair.net
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AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid APRIL 26
KBIQ/Colorado Springs – 4.3
WLVM/Mobile – 3.9
WMXC HD2/Mobile – 2.8
WNKL/Toledo – 1.8
KTLI/Wichita – 4.8
After many successful years with Extra Mile Media (KHPE/Albany, OR (Hope 107.9 FM) and KWIL/Albany (AM 790), Scott Michaels has announced his departure from the company and the launch of a new Oregon-based media venture. During his tenure as President/GM of Extra Mile Media Michaels and team achieved record audience growth and sales revenue while expanding the company’s impact across multiple markets.
“As I begin this next chapter, I want to express my sincere appreciation to Randy and Laurie Davison, Tami Rumfelt, Kylie Koontz, Robert Pratt, and the entire team,” Michaels said. “Together, we achieved record audience growth and sales revenue while serving listeners and communities with excellence. I am grateful for their partnership, dedication, and friendship, and I wish them continued success in the years ahead.”
Prior to joining Extra Mile Media in 2022 Michaels worked with i58:10 Media as Director of Radio Station Fundraising and assisted with the launch of the Worship 24/7 Radio Network. Before joining i58:10 Media Michaels Christian Radio experience included KKJM/St Cloud, KSGN/Riverside, KCMS/Seattle, & KWPZ/Seattle.
Michaels will continue to be available for fundraising campaigns, on-air fundraising hosting, voice tracking, consulting, and select broadcast and media projects. He can be reached at scott@mediacaz.com or 503-957-4061.
“I’m agog, simply agog,” exclaimed TWR’s John Summerville.
John reports that $1 million has now been raised for their Radios for Africa campaign. “Thank you, thank you, thank you. Christian radio across the US and their awesome listeners have poured out their hearts to make this possible. If you do the math, that’s 20,000 wind-up solar-powered radios being gently placed into people’s hands. These are people because of their life circumstances wouldn’t be able to afford their own radio, people who will be able to hear every morsel of the Word of God through teaching, preaching, and great Christian music.”
TWR distributes radios in more than 20 countries across the continent.
“I’ve been to Africa. I’ve had the privilege of handing out these radios, and the first thing they do when they receive it is clasp it to their chest. This is a precious gift. You’re giving them hope. You’re giving them access to God’s Word. You’re giving them Jesus.”
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Salem Media announced today the launch of Salem Creators Agency (SCA), a new venture focused on helping faith-centric and family-friendly talent grow their careers across publishing, podcasting, live events, speaking engagements, music, film, and TV.
As part of the launch, SCA has signed Christian content creator, speaker, and media personality Jason Jackson Jr. as its first client.
The launch marks a significant expansion of Salem’s role within the growing faith and family media landscape. For decades, Salem has helped build audiences through radio, podcasting, digital media, publishing, and content distribution. SCA extends that relationship by providing strategic representation and business development services designed to help creators grow across every area of their platform and career.
While there are plenty of agencies in entertainment, few focus specifically on serving faith-centric and family-friendly talent. SCA was created to help fill that gap and provide representation from a team that understands both the business and the audience.
“For years, we’ve worked alongside some of the most influential voices in media,” said David Santrella, Chief Executive Officer of Salem Media. “Many of them are looking for more than platform monetization. They want a partner who not only understands their audience and shares their values but also has the experience to help them continue building their brands. Launching SCA is a natural next step for us.”
Provident Entertainment announces the promotions of Josie Hardin to Director, Digital Strategy and Reagan Hughes to Director, Marketing
Hardin (at left)) joined Provident Entertainment in 2024 as Associate Director of Digital Marketing, overseeing digital strategy and audience development for artists including Brandon Lake, Zach Williams, Leanna Crawford and more. She previously served as Digital Marketing Manager at Big Machine Label Group for three and a half years, leading campaigns for artists such as Tim McGraw, Carly Pearce, Midland, Rascal Flatts, and Jackson Dean.
“Since joining Provident, Josie has made a tremendous impact on our team and the artists she serves,” shares Todd Stepp, SVP, Provident Entertainment. “She has a great instinct for digital strategy and audience engagement, and she approaches every opportunity with creativity, excellence, and a desire to keep learning. What stands out most is her ability to turn ideas into results while building strong relationships along the way. This promotion is well earned, and I’m excited to see her continue to grow and lead in this new role.”
In her new role, Hughes’ roster will include Seph Schlueter, KB, bodie, Aaron Cole, Charles Weems, Michael Gabriel Monroe, Molly Kate Kestner and The Band JAREN. She began her professional career at Capitol CMG supporting label priorities at DSPs including Spotify and Apple Music. In 2021, she moved into a Digital Marketing Manager role, managing strategy for more than 20 artists, including TobyMac, Crowder, Passion, and Tye Tribbett. Hughes joined Provident Entertainment in February 2024 as Associate Director of Digital Marketing.
Stepp adds, “Reagan brings a unique combination of strategic thinking, marketing expertise, and genuine passion for both our artists and industry. She has played a vital role in helping expand the reach of our roster and consistently looks for new ways to connect music with audiences. Her leadership, work ethic, and commitment to serving both our artists and our team have made a significant difference, and I couldn’t be more excited to see her step into this new role.”
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HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – June 9, 2022
Moody Radio/Chicago Manager of Digital Radio Rick Hall is exiting to join mainstream AC WSHE/Chicago (She 100.3) as MD/afternoons. Rick joined Moody in July 2019 after a five year stint as PD/mornings at WAWZ/NY (Star 99.1). Previous Christian Radio experience includes KNWS/Waterloo (Life 101.9), SOS Radio/Las Vegas, and WFZH/Milwaukee (The Fish).
Milestones:
K-LOVE goes live on WTSS/Buffalo (102.5) 3 years ago
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