Country Radio Broadcasters Announce 2023-2024 Board of Directors
(Nashville, Tenn. – August 8, 2023) The Country Radio Broadcasters have completed their elections for the organization’s 2023-2024 Board of Directors. The Board features prominent industry professionals who are poised to drive the success of Country Radio Seminar.
Returning to CRB Officer positions are Kurt Johnson (Townsquare Media) as President, John Shomby(Backstage Country/Country’s Radio Coach) as Vice President, and Beverlee Brannigan ("A Coach For Creators") as Secretary.
The upcoming Board of Directors for this year will include both elected and appointed members. Among those who will be serving are Chuck Aly (Country Aircheck), Beverlee Brannigan, LLC ("A Coach For Creators"), Justin Chase (Beasley Media Group), Gator Harrison (iHeart), Mike Harris(UMG Nashville), Debra Herman (Apple Music), Clay Hunnicutt (BMLG), Kenny Jay (Albright & O'Malley & Brenner), Jennifer Johnson (Riser House), Kurt Johnson (Townsquare Media), Jon Loba(BMG Nashville), Rod Phillips (iHeart), Kelly Rich (Red Street Records), Tim Roberts (Audacy), and John Shomby (Backstage Country/Country’s Radio Coach).
Continuing their terms on this year's Board include Becky Brenner (Albright & O'Malley & Brenner), Johnny Chiang (SiriusXM/Pandora), George Couri (Triple 8 Management/Triple Tigers), Steve Hodges (Sony Music Nashville), Michelle Kammerer (Amazon Music), Mike McVay (McVay Media), RJ Meacham (Curb Records), Brent Michaels (KUZZ), Charlie Morgan (Apple Music), Joel Raab (Joel Raab Country Radio & Media), Bob Richards (TuneIn/Sevens Radio Network), Royce Risser, Lesly Simon, Matt Sunshine (The Center for Sales Strategy), and Kristen Williams (WMN).
CRB/CRS President Kurt Johnson expressed, "As we embark on this new Board term, I'm honored to lead a dedicated group of professionals who are committed to advancing the country music landscape. Together, we will continue to strengthen the bond between country radio and the music industry."
The CRS Board of Directors is made up of volunteer professionals from all areas of the Country music industry. Together, they govern the organization and see that its mission is being fulfilled. Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. was created to provide a platform and structure for education and growth for the country music format, serving as the conduit connecting the interests of country radio with the country music industry.
Country Radio Seminar 2024 dates are set for February 28-March 1, 2024.
For more information, visit the official CRS website and follow CRS on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Additional information can be obtained by calling 615-327-4487.