JANUARY 18 Space 12/30 Art 1/4Executive of the YearOnly one radio executive can make the biggest impact in a given year, and we’ve identified who that is and put that person on the cover. Who had the biggest effect on the industry in 2015? This is the executive who made the boldest moves and the biggest decisions. The Radio Ink editorial board chooses the annual Radio Ink Radio Executive of the Year, and we highlight that individual in the first issue of the year, on the cover and in the cover story interview.

FEBRUARY 8 Space 1/22 Art 1/25Best Country PDs / Country Radio SeminarWe’re headed to Nashville for our annual Best Country PD in America awards, which have become a big part of CRS. It’s another of our world-famous lists, and, in conjunction with SONY, Radio Ink is in the center of the action, handing out awards on the SONY Entertainment Boat Trip with every important country PD and radio executive, as well as popular country artists. This issue focuses on everything country, the most popular music format on radio. We’ll update the power and growth of the format, and talk with PDs and consultants about how strong country is headed into 2016. Bonus Distribution: Country Radio Seminar

MARCH 7 Space 2/19 Art 2/22Radio’s African American Leaders/Best Studios & FacilitiesNow in its third year, this issue is always the most requested by those who make the list. Appearing on a Radio Ink list can make a big difference in a career, and many individuals have been promoted after we’ve highlighted them as leaders. These stars are on the air, on the streets selling, in the GM’s office, and running markets. Who are they? And what insights can they offer on achieving success in our industry? Special Report: Our annual feature on the coolest-looking and most innovative studio designs. We detail the build-out, with costs and vendors. It’s a checklist for any station considering upgrades and renovations. MARCH 21 Space 3/4 Art 3/7HispanicThis Hispanic Format Focus coincides with our Hispanic Radio Conference, examining how radio continues to take advantage of the U.S. Hispanic population explosion. How is Hispanic radio selling, how does it compete, who’s best at executing this programming, and what role does digital play? What are advertisers saying, and which companies are leading the way? Interviews include GMs, SMs, PDs, and consultants. Bonus Distribution: Hispanic Radio Conference

APRIL 18 Space 4/1 Art 4/4NAB Las Vegas/The Telecom Act: 20 Years Later What are vendors offering that will help radio innovate? What equipment will help save money? We’ll also look at new digital technology for radio. Advertisers providing new media and digital services need to be part of these pages, which will be read and referenced by managers as they walk the NAB exhibit floor. Special Report: The Telecommunications Act of 1996 turns 20. We’ll look back at the impact was on the industry, and interview former FCC commissioners who were there when the act was passed. Bonus Distribution: NAB Show

MAY 9 Space 4/22 Art 4/25Most Successful Program Directors in RadioThis programming-heavy issue reviews the most successful, most influential, and most in-demand PDs who are making radio great. What does it take to be a great program director in 2016? How and

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Radio Is How We Reach The FansK E N N Y C H E S N E YC O U N T R Y M U S I C S U P E R S T A R

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SHOULD ARTISTS BE PAID FOR RADIO AIRPLAY?

THE CODY ALAN PHENOMENON

COUNTRY STARS EXPLODE THEIR BRAND. YOU CAN, TOO PLUS:A NEW WAY TO DEAL WITH LISTENER OUTRAGE

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why are these programmers successful? Who do these great PDs admire and want to work for? How do you pay your dues and make it to the top? Because of high programmer/management/marketing readership, this is an excellent place to make stations aware of format and program options.Bonus Distribution: PDs in Top 50 Markets

MAY 23 Space 5/6 Art 5/9Independent Warriors & Small-Market Report Large radio groups and public radio companies get much of the press, yet the independent broadcasters are operating with different structures and management styles. Our cover story features a small-market broadcaster who’s been banking success for years. How does he or she do it? What are the secrets? How can you steal them? Small-market broadcasters are coming up with new ideas every day to bring advertisers to the table and keep regular advertisers coming back to radio year after year. We’ll tap into some of those great ideas.Bonus Distribution: Top 400 Independent and Small Radio Groups

JUNE 20 Space 6/3 Art 6/6Most Influential Women in RadioAn issue that grows every year as women take on important positions in every aspect of the industry. The industry’s 100 most influential women come together in this superstar issue, our second-most-anticipated of the year. A “Who’s Who” of women in leadership, it has been the basis of mentoring groups for industry women and is an important place for radio suppliers and companies to show support and enhance brand loyalty among this distinguished group.

JULY 25 Space 7/8 Art 7/11The 40 Most Powerful People in Radio — Special 20th-Anniversary Edition2016 marks the 20th anniversary of the most-read and widely distributed issue of Radio Ink, and this one will be extra-special as Radio Ink looks back over the powerful who have guided the industry through two decades of change — and those who are taking it into the next 20 years. You’ll hear about, and hear from, the people who move radio forward — yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Will iHeartMedia’s Bob Pittman still be number one on the 2016 “Top 40” List? How far can Cumulus’ Lew Dickey climb? How high will Larry Wilson rise? Who cracks the list for the first time, and how many fall off? The annual “Top 40” list profiles the most powerful executives who influence the industry, and it remains on desks and in offices for months.

AUGUST 22 Space 8/5 Art 8/8Download on DigitalRadio Ink’s digital issue explores whether - and how- stations are really selling digital marketing services. Do they provide search? What services are having the most success? How are sales people compensated? Who manages those salespeople? What training are stations providing sellers and managers? And are they actually making profit or are the efforts more designed to keep clients in the tent? Finally, is the digital strategy dictated by corporate or do the stations have latitude? Radio Ink examines radio’s digital platforms from every angle in this information and idea packed issue.

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RADIO’S POWER COUPLE

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HOW TO SOLIDIFY YOUR DIGITAL FUTURE

FIVE WAYS TO GET QUALITY APPOINTMENTS

TWO WAYS TO THINK ABOUT RADIO

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PLUS: Why Curtis’ WQDR Rules Raleigh

BROKERS SOUND OFFWHO’S INVESTING IN RADIO IN 2015?

HOW DOES THE DEAL MARKET LOOK?

WHAT ARE THE REAL MULTIPLES?

CAN IHEART AND CUMULUS BEAT DOWN DEBT?

THE WIZARD: RADIO IS THE MOST EFFICIENT MEDIUM

HOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL MANAGER FOR DECADES

YES, RADIO DOES HAVE A FARM SYSTEM

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SEPTEMBER 19 Space 9/2 Art 9/5NAB/RAB Radio Show + Radio Wayne PulloutWe recognize the best of the best in our annual Radio Wayne feature: radio’s top market managers, GMs, directors of sales, sales managers, and salespeople, and the annual Radio Wayne for America’s Best Broadcaster. We also take a look at the Marconi finalists and get updates from the NAB and RAB CEOs. PLUS: Who’s going to the Radio Show, why are they going, and what will they be presenting? A year ago FCC Commissioner Mignon Clyburn made a dramatic proposal to save AM radio. Has it been saved?Bonus Distribution: The Radio Show

OCTOBER 24 Space: 10/7 Art: 10/10The Best Managers in Radio The very best managers in radio are highlighted, and we look at what makes them the best. This issue is watched closely by group heads for promising management talent and future corporate stars. It’s an ideal place to reinforce awareness of products and services.Special Report: Radio’s Top Advertisers. Highlighting the biggest advertisers who are spending the most in radio. Why and how do they use radio? What do they see as radio’s strengths and weaknesses?Bonus Distribution: Top 50 Market Managers

NOVEMBER 14 Space 10/28 Art 10/31ForecastWe look ahead to 2017, interviewing analysts and financial experts. As radio’s money men and women gather in New York to discuss the financial future of the radio industry, this issue offers details on the advertising landscape. How is it looking for radio in 2017? How should managers plan? Bonus Distribution: Forecast

DECEMBER 26 Space: 12/9 Art: 12/12Top 30 Local Sports Talkers Our fourth annual list of the best local sports talkers in America, highlighting sports personalities from major, large, medium, and small markets all across the country. They are nominated by their stations or companies, then voted on by our editorial committee. The issue also includes interviews with sports PDs and format consultants about the strength of the format, where it’s headed, and where future talent is coming from. Bonus Distribution: Top 25 Market Sports Talk PDs

FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES, CALL:Executive Vice President/Radio 610-321-0281Deborah Parenti parenti@aol.com

Account Executive 703-670-2860Carl Marcucci cmarcucci66@gmail.comAdvertising/Marketing Consultant 937-609-6778George Wymer george.wymer@gmail.comAdvertising/Marketing Consultant 248-330-4595Tracey Homberg tracey4radioink@gmail.com

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