MIW MN Names First Mentee

• “MIW Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Minnesota,” a newly launched partnership between Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc. (MIW) and the Minnesota Broadcasters Association (MBA), proudly introduces Ava Lynn LaRue as its inaugural mentee.

With Minnesota Broadcasters Association President Wendy Paulson at the helm, MIW Minnesota is the organization’s newest mentoring opportunity and the start of its three-to-five-year strategic plan to partner with State Broadcast Associations across America and assist in building in-house, ongoing programs devoted to coaching and guiding the next generation of radio professionals.

LaRue (left) is currently Station Manager for Q-Media Group, LLC of Red Wing, MN. With a profound passion for radio, LaRue has been in Red Wing for the last five years building her career in radio management, starting as a morning co-host, followed by a promotion to Program Director, then to Operations Manager, and now Station Manager for a cluster of four radio stations with 10 employees.

Paulson commented, “A huge thank you to all of the incredible women who applied to participate in the 2022 MIW Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Minnesota program! The judging committee was blown away by the depth of talented women that applied to be part of this pilot mentorship program! It is my pleasure to announce that Ava LaRue, Station Manager for Q-Media in Red Wing has been chosen as the 2022 Minnesota MIW Mentee! Ava will have a network of like-minded subject matter experts to help support her as she continues to achieve her career goals!”

MIW Board President Ruth Presslaff said, “Lightning struck twice! Partnering with Wendy has been positive, productive, and way fun. And then to meet the powerhouse Ava LaRue and have the opportunity to work with her is what the MIWs are all about. Thanks MBA, Wendy, and Ava!” For more information on MIW Minnesota, visit minnesotabroadcasters.com.