Did you miss the 2026 OAB Convention?
Check out the videos of the Sessions and the Hall of Fame & Outstanding Achievement Awards.
OAB Says Farewell to Vance Harrison
OAB congratulates Vance Harrison on his retirement as President of the OAB. His leadership, integrity, and vision have had a lasting impact on our industry, strengthening the voice of broadcasters and guiding the association through years of growth and change.
November 12, 2025
OAB Hall of Fame Nomination Deadline
April 9, 2026
OAB Annual Convention—OKANA Resort, Oklahoma City
PEP Schedule
Alternative Broadcast Inspections
Check your ABI certificate! Is it time to renew? Protect your station from random FCC inspections by scheduling or renewing an alternative broadcast inspection.
National Association of Broadcasters
- NAB Launches “AirTime” Podcast Delivering Weekly Insights on Policies Shaping Local Broadcasting 05/06/2026The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today launched a new podcast dedicated to delivering timely broadcast industry news. New episodes of “AirTime” will be released every Wednesday morning, highlighting the legislative and regulatory developments that impact local television and radio stations. The first episode is available now, addressing Washington’s interest in keeping live sports on […]
- NAB Leadership Foundation Announces 2026 Broadcast Leadership Training Award Winners 05/01/2026The NAB Leadership Foundation (NABLF) recently announced the recipients of the Diane Sutter Shooting Star Award and the Broadcast Leadership Training (BLT) Champion Award during its annual BLT Alumni Reception held in Las Vegas during NAB Show.
- NAB Launches Call for Entries for the 2026 Marconi Radio Awards 05/01/2026Washington, D.C. — The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that the 2026 Marconi Radio Award nomination window is open through May 31. The prestigious NAB Marconi Radio Awards, established in 1989 and named after inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, recognize stations and individuals for their excellence and performance in radio.
- Ben Arden Joins NAB as Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel 04/30/2026The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today that Ben Arden has been named senior vice president and deputy general counsel. Arden will report to Rick Kaplan, chief legal officer and executive vice president of Legal and Regulatory Affairs.
Broadcast Law Blog
About the Author
David Oxenford has been the OAB’s “Man in Washington,” answering the association’s FCC hotline for over 20 years, and regularly speaking at OAB events on DC legal issues.
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