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The Colorado Broadcasters Association continues to be the unified voice for Colorado broadcasters, and your membership directly powers that work. Over the past year, the CBA helped move the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act closer than ever to becoming law, successfully opposed efforts to impose advertising restrictions through Colorado online gaming legislation, defended government transparency and newsroom access, and expanded programs that strengthen our industry, including the inaugural Colorado Broadcasters Hall of Fame and another record-setting Awards of Excellence.
Your support also makes possible the FCC legal hotline, ABIP inspections, political advertising guidance, sales training, scholarships, and member resources that broadcasters rely on every day. As regulatory, legislative, and economic challenges continue to grow, we encourage you to renew your 2026-2027 membership and invest in the future strength and influence of Colorado broadcasting.
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AM Radio for Every Vehicle: It's About ALL Radio! |
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A final push for the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act is coming in July. This legislation needs to get across the finish line before the August recess.
All radio (AM and FM) should be airing the AM advocacy spots, encourage on-air talent to discuss the importance of free local radio in the dashboard, and engage listeners on social media. Every station, every spot, and every listener reached helps demonstrate why radio remains essential for public safety, emergency communications, and local communities. |
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Free RAB Professional Development Courses |
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Investing in ongoing training and professional development is one of the best ways to strengthen your sales team and position your station for long-term success.
As part of your CBA membership, stations receive access to valuable sales tools and resources, including three free RAB Professional Development Courses designed to sharpen skills, strengthen revenue performance, and keep your team competitive in today’s evolving media landscape.
Be sure to renew your CBA membership before July 1st to continue receiving these important benefits—and sign your team up today using the button below to start taking advantage of this valuable training opportunity.
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The Future of Production Summit, a free, exclusive event bringing together professionals from broadcasting, live events, education, government, and media production across Colorado.
This is a unique opportunity to connect with industry peers, hear from technology experts, and get hands-on experience with the latest innovations shaping the future of content creation and live production.
Attendees will have the chance to explore cutting-edge solutions from leading technology partners, including new camera systems, video switchers, live graphics and AR/XR technologies, video walls, creative editing tools, and much more.
Whether you're a broadcast professional, live production manager, event producer, educator, government broadcaster, or involved in purchasing camera systems and studio equipment, you'll find valuable insights and practical solutions to bring back to your organization.
A special thank you to our Colorado community and technology partners for helping make this event possible. We invite you to join us and experience firsthand the technologies driving the next generation of production.
Don't miss this opportunity to network, learn, and discover what's next for our industry. |
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What's New with Hollywood Guilds
June 30th 9:00 a.m. (MT)
What’s New with the Hollywood Guilds provides an essential update on the latest agreements reached by Hollywood’s writers, actors, and directors, all achieved without the labor disputes that dominated recent industry headlines.
This fast-paced session will examine the most significant provisions in the new four-year contracts, including developments related to AI, vertical microdramas, wage increases, residuals, and scheduling protections. Attendees will gain a practical understanding of how these agreements affect financial planning, compensation structures, and production economics, while also exploring the unique negotiations that allowed SAG-AFTRA to secure enhanced streaming residuals without triggering parallel demands from the WGA and DGA. Designed for finance professionals, the webinar focuses on the details behind the headlines and the implications for media and entertainment businesses.
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This webinar is free for CBA Members.
Non-Members can purchase access for $100.
Registration closes 6/26/2026 at 5PM.
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FCC Whiplash? Your CBA Legal Hotline Has Your Back |
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With rapid policy shifts, headline-making statements, and an increasingly unpredictable regulatory environment coming out of Washington, broadcasters are finding themselves navigating more uncertainty than ever at the FCC. That’s why it pays to have the CBA in your corner.
The CBA’s FCC Legal Hotline, available free to all members, gives you direct access to expert broadcast attorneys who can help answer regulatory questions, clarify FCC guidance, and provide trusted insight when the rules seem to change by the day. In uncertain times, CBA membership delivers real peace of mind and real value. Submit your question anytime using the button below. |
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Reducing Friction Between Traffic, Billing & Payments
July 9th 12:00 pm (MT)
Media finance teams operate at the intersection of traffic, billing, and payments — but when those systems fall out of sync, friction builds quickly. In this session, we’ll explore where breakdowns typically occur across media finance workflows and why integration is often the key to improving performance.
Attendees will learn:
- Why traffic systems sit at the center of media finance operations
- Where common disconnects create delays, risk, and manual work
- What effective system integration actually looks like
- How finance teams can reduce operational friction and improve visibility
By the end of the session, attendees will have a clearer framework for evaluating their current setup and identifying where friction is coming from — so they can move faster with less risk.
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This webinar is free for CBA Members.
Non-Members can purchase access for $100.
Registration closes 7/7/2026 at 5PM.
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IT Security: Safety and Compliance
Jeff Welton, Nautel
July 17th 11:00 a.m. (MT)
Explore the critical intersection of IT security, operational safety, and compliance for broadcast facilities. Learn what broadcasters need to know about protecting networks, transmitters, and connected devices from growing cybersecurity risks, including practical measures for hardening systems and educating staff. Gain insights into how to assess vulnerabilities, implement sensible safeguards, and align your station’s practices with industry best practices to help keep your broadcast operations secure and compliant in an increasingly connected world.
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This webinar is free for CBA Members.
Non-Members can purchase access for $100.
Registration closes 7/14/2026 at 5PM.
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Each week, Speed & Derron team up, often with esteemed guests, to tackle topics related to client relations, sales strategy, and motivation. This brief show is a great way to start off sales meetings, educate new account executives, and remind yourself why we do what we do.
Speed & Swagger “Ten Minute Trainers” are FREE to CBA members! Use the button below to sign up for weekly training videos.
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Non-Commercial Supporting Announcements (NCSA)
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Current NCSA Campaigns |
NCSA messages are vital to the CBA. Keep us advocating for you and fulfill Public File Community Ascertainment requirements with these messages.
Download messages by clicking the button below.
Current NCSA Partners:
• CO for Responsible Energy Development (7/1 through 9/30/2026)
Questions?
Contact [email protected] or call (720) 536-5427
Thank you for supporting the CBA!
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Coloradans for Responsible Energy Development (CRED) is a nonprofit organization that provides information about the economic, environmental, and energy benefits of safe and responsible oil and natural gas development in Colorado. CRED encourages Coloradans to learn the facts about modern energy production and hydraulic fracturing while promoting informed discussion about the industry’s role in supporting jobs, communities, and the state’s economy. |
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Quarterly Tower Lighting System Inspection
2026 Q2 ends this month (June), which means stations owning their towers must complete and document their “Quarterly Tower Lighting System Inspection.”
Let’s review the basic responsibility of tower owners whose towers must meet FAA painting/lighting requirements. Not all towers with an Antenna Structure Registration number (ASR) are required to meet specific FAA lighting/marking. |
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