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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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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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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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Give Your New Sellers a Head Start! |
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The Colorado Broadcasters Association is proud to partner with Local Broadcast Sales (LBS) to offer the LBS New Seller Program FREE to employees of CBA member stations. Beginning July 13, this seven-week program equips new sales professionals with the confidence, discipline, and practical skills they need to succeed from day one.
Some stations have even enrolled their entire sales teams to refresh core fundamentals and boost overall performance.
If you have a new seller or someone looking to sharpen their sales skills this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.
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Grow Your Skills. Strengthen Your Station. |
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Ready to attend that conference you’ve been eyeing? Want to sharpen your skills, explore new technology, or take the next step in your broadcast career? The CBA is here to help make it happen!
We are excited to announce that the Broadcast Education and Development Program scholarship fund has officially been replenished with $18,000 available to support Colorado broadcasters in continuing their education and professional growth.
This program was created with one goal in mind: investing in the future of Colorado broadcasting. The fund helps employees of CBA member stations participate in educational opportunities designed to advance their skills, including conferences, training programs, continuing education courses, online and virtual learning, and other broadcast-focused opportunities.
Whether you’re behind the mic, behind the camera, in sales, engineering, management, or anywhere in between, this scholarship is designed to help you grow.
Don’t wait until the funds are gone! Take advantage of this CBA member benefit and invest in yourself, your station, and the future of our industry.
Learn more, check eligibility, and apply today! |
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Capture the Next Decade of Local Advertising Growth |
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July 14th 10:00 a.m. (MT)
Streaming has changed the way audiences consume content and how advertisers spend their dollars. While national platforms are competing for local advertising revenue, radio and television broadcasters have the trusted relationships, community connections, and market presence needed to win.
Join Mark Landon and Sean Foley, Co-Founders of CTV Buyer, for a forward-looking session exploring how Connected TV (CTV) is creating new revenue opportunities for local broadcasters. Learn how your station can adapt, compete, and capture growth in today’s evolving media landscape.
You’ll walk away with practical strategies to protect current revenue, attract new advertisers, and position your station for success in a streaming-first future. This session is perfect for owners, managers, sales leaders, and anyone looking to stay ahead of the competition.
FREE for CBA member stations and staff (LBS account required)
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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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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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FCC Advances Modernization of the Emergency Alert System
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has released a draft Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would modernize the nation’s Emergency Alert System (EAS) while strengthening its cybersecurity and improving the effectiveness of public warnings. This order will be effective 60 days following publication in the Federal Register.
For broadcasters, the most immediate impact is the adoption of targeted cybersecurity requirements designed to protect EAS equipment and associated broadcast infrastructure from unauthorized access. |
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