Santrella To Receive NAB National Radio Award
• On National Radio Day, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) proudly announces that David Santrella, CEO of Salem Media Group, will be honored with the 2024 National Radio Award. Santrella, who chaired the NAB Joint Board of Directors from June 2021 to June 2023, will receive this prestigious accolade on October 9 during the Marconi Radio Awards event at the 2024 NAB Show New York.
“NAB is extremely pleased to recognize Dave for his exceptional contributions to the radio industry,” said NAB President & CEO Curtis LeGeyt. “On National Radio Day, it’s especially fitting to recognize a leader whose belief in radio’s unique ability to serve the public is second to none. Dave’s public service ethos, along with a keen business acumen and authentic leadership style have strengthened the entire radio ecosystem, making him a most deserving recipient of this year’s National Radio Award.”
Santrella has been a pivotal figure in the radio industry for nearly 40 years. His career began in Chicago, where he worked with NBC’s WMAQ and CBS Radio’s WBBM before joining Salem in 2001. He quickly ascended through the ranks to VP of Operations, President of Salem’s Radio division, and eventually, President of Broadcast Media. He was named CEO of Salem Media Group in January 2022. Santrella has also served as NAB Joint Board Chair and on the board of the NAB Leadership Foundation, among other roles.
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