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Early Bird Pricing Ends Friday!
Early Bird pricing for the 2026 CBA Hall of Fame ends this Friday.
Grab your tickets now before prices go up!
Come celebrate the 2026 CBA Hall of Fame Class on Friday, October 23, at The Dome at AMG in Greenwood Village.
It's going to be a fantastic night filled with heavy appetizers, prize drawings, networking, and plenty of reasons to celebrate.
Proceeds benefit the CBA Broadcast Education & Development Scholarship Fund, helping support the next generation of broadcasters.
🎟️ Don’t wait. Grab your Early Bird tickets by Friday and come celebrate with us! |
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Keep The Pressure On!
After more than three years of advocacy, the U.S. House passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act (H.R. 979) last week.
This is a big win for radio, but we’re not done!
Now our attention turns to the Senate, where companion legislation S. 315 has already cleared the Senate Commerce Committee. Colorado Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper have not yet signed on as cosponsors. We need Colorado broadcasters to keep up the pressure.
Contact Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper and ask them to cosponsor S. 315. Tag them in your station’s social media posts, continue to talk about the legislation on-air, and encourage your listeners to contact both senators.
Colorado broadcasters and their listeners helped get this legislation through the House. Let’s keep the momentum going and get it through the Senate.
Click for Colorado Senators Contact Information |
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AI, Value and M&A in Media |
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September 30th 11:00 p.m. (MT)
AI is transforming the media industry—but what does that transformation mean for company valuations, investment decisions, and M&A activity?
AI, Value and M&A in Media moves beyond the broader conversation about artificial intelligence to examine its real-world financial impact on media companies. The session will explore where value is migrating, who is buying, what today’s acquirers are willing to pay for, and how AI is changing the questions companies should be asking during due diligence.
This webinar is free for CBA Members. Non-Members can purchase access for $100.
Registration deadline 9/28/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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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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CBA Member's Only - New Seller Academy |
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The next LBS New Seller Academy begins October 5th and is FREE to CBA member stations! Online learning with live instruction to help sellers build confidence, sharpen fundamentals and develop the skills and discipline needed to make stronger sales calls and close more business. While designed to accelerate the success of new sellers, stations are also enrolling veteran sellers and even entire sales teams to refresh fundamentals and elevate performance.
FREE for CBA member stations and staff (LBS account required)
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Don't Wait for the Awards
Nominate a Broadcaster Today! |
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No longer must you wait for awards season to recognize an incredible Colorado broadcaster! Nominations for two of the CBA’s most popular special recognition awards can now be submitted year-round.
The Harry W. Hoth Public Service Award recognizes a current or former Colorado broadcaster who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to public service in their community, state, and industry.
The Rex Howell Broadcaster of the Year Award honors an active Colorado broadcaster whose leadership, skill, and dedication are helping advance the broadcast industry.
Don’t wait to tell us about them! Nominations submitted by January 15, 2027 will be considered for the 2026 awards contest.
Use the button below to learn more and submit a nomination today! |
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Strategic Financial Leadership for the Modern Creative Economy |
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October 8th 12:00 p.m. (MT)
Creative businesses come with unique financial challenges, from project-based profitability and labor costs to forecasting and long-term planning. This session will explore how finance leaders can move beyond traditional reporting to become strategic partners who improve profitability, accountability, and overall business performance.
Presented by Morgan Lemonidis, Co-Founder of FOL-IO and former CFO of MATTE Projects, the session draws on more than 14 years of experience across finance, operations, strategy, and the creative industries. Attendees will walk away with practical insights for building stronger, more financially sustainable creative businesses.
This webinar is free for CBA Members. Non-Members can purchase access for $100.
Registration deadline 10/06/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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2027 Awards of Excellence Ticket Update
We’re already looking forward to another incredible Awards of Excellence Gala in 2027!
As vendor costs continue to rise, ticket prices will increase slightly next year.
We’re committed to continuing to deliver an amazing night of celebration, recognition, and connection our members look forward to each year.
Stay tuned for a future newsletter announcement on ticket pricing for the April 17, 2027 Awards of Excellence Gala. |
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Take Your AI Sales Skills to the Next Level |
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October 13th | 10:00 p.m. (MT)
Ready to move beyond basic AI prompts? From Efficiency to Dominance: Advanced AI Tactics for Modern Broadcast Sales will show experienced AI users how to identify opportunities earlier, personalize outreach, improve discovery, anticipate objections, analyze sales calls, and strengthen deals before the competition does.
This 201-level session is led by Shannon Kinney, who brings more than 30 years of digital marketing and sales experience, including work with Google, LinkedIn, eBay, Cars.com, and Microsoft. Walk away with practical strategies you can put to work immediately.
Free for CBA Members | $100 for Non-Members
Registration deadline: October 11th at 5:00 p.m. |
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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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Community Building in Radio |
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October 15th 11:00 p.m. (MT)
Join Seth Resler for Community Marketing Revolution and discover how radio stations can go beyond ratings and listeners to build genuine communities around shared interests, purpose, and connection.
Learn what “community” really means in today’s media landscape and how your station can create meaningful spaces, both online and in person, where listeners connect not only with your brand, but with each other.
Walk away with fresh ideas for strengthening audience loyalty, deepening engagement, and turning listeners into a true community.
This webinar is free for CBA Members. Non-Members can purchase access for $100.
Registration deadline 10/13/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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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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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)
• Know Your Judge (9/1 through 11/3/2026)
Questions?
Contact [email protected] or call (720) 536-5427
Thank you for supporting the CBA! |
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New rules require Colorado direct care workers to complete new state-facilitated training. Direct care employers are liable to ensure their employees get certified before the deadline. This radio only campaign reminds both employers and direct care workers of those new rules and the need for compliance. Spanish radio messages available. |
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The Office of Judicial Performance and Evaluation is required by state law to educate Colorado voters about the judges up for re-election in 2026. Colorado judges will be on the ballot in 2026. This campaign helps to inform citizens on how judges are evaluated and where to go to learn more about the judges in their district. |
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2026 FCC Annual Regulatory Fees Due September 24th
The FCC has released its 2026 Regulatory Fees for radio, television and all other licensees, after rejecting the CBA’s request, along with the NAB and other state associations, to lower or lessen the fee increase.
The payment deadline is September 24, 2026 at 11:59pm (Eastern).
2026 Radio fees are available at this LINK and TV fees, listed by call letter, at this LINK.
The FCC requires that all licensees utilize the Commission Registration System (CORES) to make their regulatory fee payment. To use CORES, register with the FCC HERE. |
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Quarterly Tower Lighting System Inspection
by John Baich, SECC Chair & CBA ABIP Inspector
Sangre de Cristo Broadcast Consulting, LLC
2026 Q3 ends this month (September), 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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