Thursday, July 24, 2008
Polaris Hilton, 8700 Lyra Drive, Columbus 43240
Radio in Ohio is facing many critical issues. From a soft economy to competition from new media to new regulatory proposals, the industry is at a crossroads.
That's why you don't want to miss the 2008 OAB Executive Forum, designed just for managers at radio stations. This will be a unique opportunity to get the latest information on many of these issues, and to catch up with some of your colleagues.
The forum features a keynote address by RAB President & CEO Jeff Haley, an opening keynote speech by Gary M. Heil, and a number of sessions focused on issues of importance to our industry, including:
- Winning Web Sales Strategies for Radio – Stephen Warley, Principal, LocalBroadcastSales.com
- Survey Research for Small and Large Markets: Where is it going and will it help you? – Dr. Ed Cohen, Vice President, Research Policy & Communications, Arbitron, Inc.
- How to Hire 10's: Finding Great Salespeople! – Mark Levy, Radio Advertising Bureau
- Political Broadcasting Review for Radio – Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey, & Leonard, LLP
- Legislative & Regulatory Update – Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey, & Leonard, LLP
The 2008 Executive Forum will be conducted at the brand new Polaris Hilton in north Columbus.
Registration – The OAB Executive Forum is open to all managers and executives at Ohio radio stations. The registration fee is $99 for the market/general manager, and $55 for each subsequent manager from the same OAB member station. Online registration is available. NON-MEMBER RATES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE – PLEASE CONTACT THE OAB FOR DETAILS.
Overnight Accommodations – A block of overnight rooms has been reserved at the Polaris Hilton for OAB members at a rate of $163 single or double. For reservations, call 1-800-HILTONS or 614-885-1600. Be sure to mention the OAB Executive Forum.
Special Thanks to 2008 OAB Executive Forum Sponsors – Ohio Army National Guard, ASCAP, Patrick Communications, BMI, Regional Reps Corp., and Arbitron.
Questions?? – If you have questions about the 2008 OAB Executive Forum, please contact Patti Geary at pgeary@oab.org or toll-free at 866-OAB-5794.
