McLaughlin Honored For Lifetime Achievement
• Lifelong broadcaster Edward F. McLaughlin will be honored with the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award at the Broadcasters Foundation of America’s Golden Mike Award dinner. As was previously announced, Emily Barr of Graham Media Group will receive the Broadcasters Foundation’s 2018 Golden Mike Award at this annual event, which helps fund the Broadcasters Foundation’s mission of helping broadcasters in need, which will be held on Monday, March 5 at New York’s Plaza Hotel. McLaughlin, the former Chairman of the Broadcasters Foundation, now holds the prestigious title of Chairman Emeritus.
“Ed is a visionary who took chances that led broadcasting into uncharted territory and tremendous success,” said Dan Mason, current Chairman of the Broadcasters Foundation of America. “His dedication and leadership of the Broadcasters Foundation helped advance our mission. It is with great pride that we honor his innovation and recognize his years of service.”
McLaughlin founded EFM Media Management in 1987 and syndicated The Dr. Dean Edell Show. Shortly thereafter, he launched the national syndication of Sacramento radio host Rush Limbaugh. During his 14-year tenure at the helm of ABC Radio Networks, McLaughlin acquired American Top 40 with Casey Kasem, launched American Country Countdown with Bob Kingsley, and championed Paul Harvey‘s program to 1,000 affiliates.
“Receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the charitable organization that I have believed in and supported for many years means a great deal to me,” stated McLaughlin. “I’m grateful for the generosity of the broadcasters who make it possible for the Broadcasters Foundation to help our colleagues.” For more information, please visit broadcastersfoundation.org, call 212-373-8250, or email info@thebfoa.org.
