Neuhoff Media CEO Mike Hulvey will join the Radio Advertising Bureau as President/CEO on April 1, 2024 with Erica Farber stepping down from the role.
Farber has led the RAB since January 2012 after previous roles at Interep from 1980-1992 and as Publisher/CEO of Radio and Records from 1992 until its closure in 2009. She will continue to participate in RAB’s Rising Through the Ranks leadership development training and National Radio Talent System.
Hulvey, who previously served as Chair of the RAB Board, President of the International Broadcasters Idea Bank and member of the NAB Board of Directors, has been President/CEO of Neuhoff Media since July 2022. He served as VP/GM of the company’s Danville IL cluster from 1992 to 2006, Vice President of Operations from 2006-2012, and Chief Operating Officer from 2012 to 2022.
Mike Hulvey has been named the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the RAB it was announced today by Jeff Warshaw, Chair of the RAB Board and Founder/Chief Executive Officer of Connoisseur Media.
Mike Hulvey, CEO of Neuhoff Media, will assume the RAB leadership post on April 1, 2024. Erica Farber, who has led the organization for nearly twelve years, has decided it is time to step down and pursue other interests including continuing to participate in RAB’s Rising Through the Ranks leadership development training and National Radio Talent System, a wholly owned subsidiary of the organization. Under Farber’s stewardship, the RAB has reshaped the organization into a full-service integrated membership, business development and training concern as well as forged strong relationships within the advertising marketplace. Additionally, she has diversified and re-invigorated its Board of Directors to ensure the future of the trade association.
Hulvey’s selection comes with the endorsement of the RAB Executive Committee and Board of Directors which includes representation from a broad group of broadcasters across the US.
According to Warshaw, “Mike is an excellent selection with the relevant skills and expertise to lead the RAB. He has an impressive track record in corporate management and local radio expertise. In addition, as a past chair of the RAB he has a clear understanding of the organization and what the broadcast industry requires from RAB. “He has a tremendous passion for the industry which will serve us all well.”
“We thank Erica for her leadership over the past decade in helping to shape an organization that meets the needs of broadcasters today as well as for the future of the audio industry,” stated Warshaw. “She’s left an indelible imprint on the industry, and we can’t thank her enough for her commitment and passion to Radio. It’s been an honor and a privilege to work with her.”
Mike Hulvey, “I’m honored to take on this responsibility and lead the RAB. It’s a privilege to follow an amazing leader such as Erica Farber. I look forward to celebrating her in the coming months while we begin working with our dedicated team and board of directors in support of the mission of the RAB.”
Mike Hulvey is a radio lifer. He began producing local shows at age 14, rising to become President and CEO of Neuhoff Media. Mike has served as Chair of the RAB Board, President of the International Broadcasters Idea Bank as well as a member of the NAB Board of Directors. Mike has also joined Dick Van Dyke and Gene Hackman as a Wall of Fame inductee in their hometown of Danville, Illinois.
Mike and his wife Julie have four adult children and one grandchild.
Hulvey will work with Farber to ensure a smooth and successful transition during the next few months as her last day with the RAB will be April 30, 2024.
This story first appeared on radioinsight.com