Fifty five days remain until the 2024 BNM Summit takes place in Washington, DC. George Washington University’s Jack Morton Auditorium is our location for this year’s event. Media professionals can attend the conference by purchasing tickets HERE. Hotel rooms are also available if you’re traveling into town. The Arc Hotel is our partner for this year’s event, offering a special discounted rate for attendees. There are other hotels nearby as well, all within walking distance of the venue.
Twenty eight professionals have been announces for this year’s show so far. Included in our schedule are Clay Travs, Chris Plante, Julie Talbott, Daniel Anstandig and more. BNMSummit.com is where you can find the full list of speakers. We will reveal more in the weeks and months ahead, but today, I’m excited to reveal the next big addition to our 2024 show.
I am honored to announce the addition of National Association of Broadcasters president and CEO Curtis LeGeyt. Curtis will join us on Thursday September 5th. He and I will sit down for our keynote conversation from 11:20am-12:00pm. Our conversation will explore critical issues facing our business, among them, AI’s impact on the broadcasting industry, and the AM Radio For Every Vehicle Act.
“I am excited to join the Barrett News Summit to discuss the enormous opportunities, as well as the critical issues broadcasters face today” shared NAB president and CEO Curtis LeGeyt. “As we navigate the ever-evolving media landscape, I look forward to addressing the impact of legislative initiatives like the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act and the role of AI in media. This summit provides a valuable platform for broadcasters to share insights and strategies on how to thrive amidst the challenges posed by Big Tech. I look forward to meeting with industry leaders as we discuss how to ensure a strong future for broadcasting.”
Curtis ascended to president and CEO of the NAB in January 2022. He serves as the chief advocate for America’s free, local television and radio stations and their network partners. Prior to assuming the role, he served as chief operating officer of the association. That followed a stint as executive vice president, Government Relations, from 2015-2020.
LeGeyt is a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Association Committee of 100. He also serves on the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention’s Executive Committee. In addition, Curtis is an alumnus of Leadership Music, a Nashville-based program that fosters community and collaboration among music industry leaders.
If you’ve already heard Curtis speak, then you know how passionate, genuine, and invested he is in our industry. Those who haven’t are in for a treat. We value informed perspectives on our stage, and with Curtis on hand, we will address the opportunities and challenges facing the broadcasting industry. Growth is only possible with strong leadership. I’m excited to give attendees a chance to hear from the man who’s hard at work each day fighting for their futures.
Join us in the nation’s capital if your schedule permits. Everything you need to know about the conference can be learned here.
Jason Barrett is the Founder and CEO of Barrett Media. The company launched in September 2015 and has provided consulting services to America’s top audio and video brands, while simultaneously covering the media industry at BarrettMedia.com, becoming a daily destination for media professionals. Prior to Barrett Media, Jason built and programmed 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, and 101 ESPN in St. Louis. He was also the first sports programmer for SportsTalk 950 in Philadelphia, which later became 97.5 The Fanatic. Barrett also led 590 The Fan KFNS in St. Louis, and ESPN 1340/1390 in Poughkeepsie, NY, and worked on-air and behind the scenes at 101.5 WPDH, WTBQ 1110AM, and WPYX 106.5. He also spent two years at ESPN Radio in Bristol, CT producing ‘The Dan Patrick Show’ and ‘GameNight’. JB can be reached on Twitter @SportsRadioPD or by email at Jason@BarrettMedia.com.
