Golden Mic Gala Adds Execs

• The Broadcasters Foundation of America announced the presenting speakers at this year’s Golden Mic Award gala and fundraiser, happening Monday, March 4, at New York’s swanky Plaza Hotel — David Barrett, Retired Chairman & CEO of Hearst Television, Michael J. Hayes, SVP of Hearst Corporation & President of Hearst Television, and Emily Barr, Retired President & CEO of Graham Media Group, will pay tribute to the 2024 Golden Mic honoree, Jordan Wertlieb, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Hearst.

The event will also include a special tribute to Phil Lombardo, former longtime Chairman of the Broadcasters Foundation-turned Chairman Emeritus, who passed away last month.

Entertainment will be provided by Pete Caldera, well-known to New Yorkers for singing swingin’ standards made famous by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, etc.

And, as was previously announced, Emmy® winning broadcast journalist and nationally syndicated talk show host Soledad O’Brien will return as host of the event..

For more information, or to reserve a seat or table at the Golden Mic Award gala and fundraiser, please contact the Broadcasters Foundation at 212-373-8250 or info@thebfoa.org.